Job Description

Pay: $16.00 per hour

Location: 7581 Hwy 321, Dayton, TX 77535

Status: Full Time, Monday – Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

Benefit package includes:

• 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

Work with a purpose! Henley Unit located in Dayton, TX, 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.

Reports to the assistant program director. Responsible for performing education work with the cognitive intervention program. Work involves planning, coordinating, and implementing activities; and coordinating with other departments to ensure the maximum utilization for resources available in compliance with Management & Training Corporation (MTC), and Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) directives.

Essential Functions:

• Provides didactic sessions according to designated curricula within the program
• Presents cognitive intervention education and life skills classes to assist inmates with basic education on these topics using a variety of teaching techniques
• Guides and assists inmates in complying with facility rules and regulations
• Supervises client inmate work functions in accordance with program policies such as morning wake up routines according to established schedules. Notifies appropriate personnel of inmates fail to comply with policy and procedures
• Monitors inmate behavior and reports incidents, inappropriate or unusual behaviors to appropriate treatment team staff
• Maintains inmate records and other records regarding services provided to include workload statistics; and compiles data and submits reports and related documentation as appropriate
• Promote the development of positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors and intervening when inappropriate behaviors are observed; provide regular feedback to staff regarding social skills procedures and intervention techniques
• Maintain accountability of inmates and property; adhere to safety practices

It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as assigned within his/ her capabilities as determined by management.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's degree in the field of psychology, sociology, counseling, social work, criminal justice, education, nursing, or health preferred; experience is a plus.
• Experience in the use of Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent to include word processing, spreadsheet, database, or presentation software programs preferred.
• Valid driver’s license in the state of Texas with an acceptable driving record required, unless waived by management.

Post Hire Requirements:

• Must complete a total of 124 hours training in Correctional Awareness Training (CAT), training for trainers (T4T), and Cognitive Intervention Programming (CIP).
• Must successfully complete annual in-service training requirements and pass an annual background check, both of which must be approved by Texas Department of Criminal Justice.

Management & Training Corporation (MTC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, disabled status, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, or any other category protected by federal law. MTC participates in E-Verify. We strive to provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans, in our job application and hiring process. If you are interested in employment opportunities with Management & Training Corporation and need assistance, please contact our staffing department through customersupport@mtctrains.com or 801-693-2888.

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