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TDCJ - Substance Abuse Counselor III - Senior Coun

Texas Department of Criminal Justice - SET

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Compensation
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Location
BRYAN, TX
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

LCDC, CCJP, Or Qualifying Counseling Credential

Job overview

The Substance Abuse Counselor III provides substance use counseling, facilitates rehabilitation programming, and supports inmate reentry planning. The role also assigns and supervises others’ work and assists with instruction in program methods and procedures while maintaining Substance Use Program standards. Applicants need four years of substance use treatment experience and a qualifying counseling credential; therapeutic community and employee-supervision experience are preferred.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Substance Use TreatmentSubstance Use DisordersAddiction Disease ModelCo-DependencyCounselingRecoveryTherapeutic CommunitiesEmployee SupervisionSubstance Use ScreeningTreatment ProgramsAttention to Detail

Qualifications

Four Years Substance Use Treatment ExperienceLCDC, CCJP, or Qualifying Counseling CredentialEligible to Work in the United States

Full job description

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS\_HRAM\_FL.HRS\_CG\_SEARCH\_FL.GBL?Page=HRS\_APP\_JBPST\_FLandAction=UandFOCUS=ApplicantandSiteId=1andJobOpeningId=107023andPostingSeq=1Job DescriptionApplicants must submit both a rsum and a completed application to be considered. Both documents should include sufficient work history to assess qualifications. For the most accurate and up-to-date information about your application, please log in to the CAPPS application portal regularly to monitor status changes or updates.* To expedite the application process, please attach your valid government-issued photo identification card, your social security card or proof of authorization to work in the United States, and your proof of education (official diploma or transcript) * Job Duties:In this role, you will provide substance use counseling, facilitate rehabilitation programming, support inmate reentry planning, assign and supervise the work of others and assist in instructing others in program methods, procedures, and functions while maintaining compliance with Substance Use Program standards.You'd be a GOOD fit if:You are detail orientedYou have four years of experience in substance use treatment.You have knowledge of substance use disorders, the disease model of addiction, co-dependency, and related disorders, and knowledge of counseling and recovery.You have a current valid license as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) by the Texas Department of State Health Services, or current valid certification as a Certified Criminal Justice Professional (CCJP) by the Texas Certification Board of Addiction Professionals, or a current qualifying credential to conduct counseling in a treatment environment.You'd be a GREAT fit if:You have experience in a therapeutic community environment.You have experience in the supervision of employees.Familiar with substance use screening tools and treatment programs. *For the full Job Description, please click the link below:Substance Abuse Counselor III Additional Information:Travel None - Position may make day trips, but no overnight trips Work Site Visits No Study Material No Pre-Service Training Academy Required No Hazardous Duty/Longevity Position Hazardous Duty *Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.Contact Information: Questions concerning this Questions concerning the applicationposition can be directed to: process can be directed to: Carla Collier Harmony LopezHiring Manager OR Human Resources979-779-1633 [email protected] [email protected] Important Note to the Candidate:Military PreferenceTo receive MILITARY PREFERENCE, you are required to provide proof by attaching the necessary documentation to this job application.Military Occupation Specialty Codeshttps://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptionsClick on the occupational category for the position.Additional MOS can be found at the State Auditor's Office, Military Crosswalk Guide.The Texas Veterans Commission provides helpful employment information. Go to: http://www.texasskillstowork.com, http://www.onetonline.org, https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/ or www.careeronestop.org for assistance translating your military experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications/requirements and skill sets.Applications submitted through Work in TexasWork In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete supplemental questions to be considered for the position. To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.EligibilityAn applicant must be eligible to work in the United States and must remain eligible, without sponsorship or any assurance of financial or other assistance from this agency, during the term of their mployment. EEO Statement:The State of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. You may make copies of this application and enter different position titles, but each copy must be signed. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications, unless specifically stated in the job vacancy notice.

How this job compares

Set against the 2,019 open Counselor jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 28, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$61–80K/yr681 salary ranges
  • Texas median$24/hr34 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 96 open Counselor jobs in Texas and 2,019 across the US. 11% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Texas
Experience
This posting asks for at least 4 years of experience — more than three in four Counselor postings that state a minimum ask for (median 2 years, across 761 postings).
Education
1,126 of the 2,019 open Counselor jobs (56%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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