Substance Abuse Counselor

Job description

Pay: $16.00 Location: 10641 US-80, Meridian, MS 39307 Status: Full Time: Benefit package includes: Ready for a meaningful career in criminal justice? Work with a purpose! East Mississippi Correctional Facility located in Meridian, MS. is now hiring career-minded people to assist with securing the safety of our community while positively impacting the lives of those on the inside. - Medical, vision, and prescription drug benefits - Dental benefits - Life insurance - Accidental death and dismemberment insurance - Short-term and long-term disability benefits - 401(k) retirement plan - Employee assistance program - Paid time off (PTO) - 9 paid holidays - Bereavement leave - Civic duty and military leave - Opportunities for job advancement Position Summary: Reports to the deputy warden, programs. Responsible for the implementation and maintenance of an effective alcohol and other drug abuse program with emphasis placed on awareness, prevention, staff training and networking with community resources in compliance with American Correctional Association (ACA) standards, Management & Training Corporation (MTC), and Mississippi Department of Corrections (MDOC) directives. Essential Functions...