TJJD - Certified Peer Support Specialist -II - Recovery Coach HTA

Overview

The Texas Juvenile Justice Department (TJJD) provides a trauma informed, holistic Substance Use Services (SUS) Specialized Treatment Program to youth committed to the agency who have been assessed as needing SUS treatment in addition to participating in the agency's Texas Model core treatment programming. The Certified Peer Support Specialist I-II - Recovery Coach serves as a role model, mentor, advocate, and motivator to individuals engaged in the SUS Specialized Treatment Program.

This position serves youth who have been adjudicated of felony offenses, committed to the agency by a juvenile court, and placed in a high security correctional facility. The recovery coach promotes a recovery-based approach to youth care with an emphasis on respect, self-direction, and empowerment by providing recovery support, personal assistance, education on community resources, and other supportive services for individuals with a substance use disorder (SUD).

May be required to work in excess of 40 hours per workweek, with different shift patterns, and travel occasionally. Career Ladder Promotion Opportunity:
This position is in the approved TJJD career ladder for Recovery Coaches. Placement on the career ladder is dependent upon experience, education and certification. Progression to the highest pay level on the career ladder depends on experience and performance. Pre-Service Training Academy may be required for newly hired recovery coaches or rehired coaches who separated more than 18 months. Recovery coaches who return within 18 months are not required to attend the academy and will be placed in full-time status on their date of employment.

• Provide non-clinical peer support, coaching, role modeling, and mentoring to youth in the SUS program to help them establish and maintain recovery from addiction.
• Promote a recovery-based approach to youth care with emphasis on respect, self-direction, and empowerment; maintain confidentiality and ethical practice.
• Attend meetings and trainings within the SUS department; collaborate with transitional placement staff to identify and coordinate services (SUS aftercare).
• Facilitate required groups and participate in family contact as appropriate; assist in youth group activities and ensure proper CMS and SUS program adherence.
• Read and apply information from youth records related to health, safety, and security; communicate with SUS staff and comply with policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Prepare and maintain records, forms, and reports as required by CMS and the Texas DSHS.
• Assist SUS providers during treatment enrollment by identifying goals, maintaining communication, and supporting progress, groups, and transition plans.
• Perform duties in compliance with agency safety policies; report and correct safety hazards; maintain regular, predictable attendance; travel up to 20% of the time.

• Applicants must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check and meet any other requirements listed under Minimum Qualifications.
• Complete and attach required forms and documentation during the application process (including employment history, education, licenses/certifications, and DD Form 214 for veterans).
• Experience or certification as a peer coach is described for higher levels of the role (Recovery Coach II).

• State of Texas Benefits and Retirement information is available; benefits include retirement plan, health insurance for employees, paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave, longevity pay, and educational assistance.
• Optional add-ons include Dental, Vision, Optional Life Insurance, Voluntary ADD Insurance, Dependent Health Life insurance, and flexible spending accounts. Some positions may be eligible for hazardous duty pay, career ladder advancements, and free meals while on duty.

You may apply to the job directly through the CAPPS Career Section and are not required to apply through both Work In Texas and CAPPS Career Section. The application must be fully completed with complete job history (titles, employers, dates, supervisor name and phone, duties, and hours). Resumes do not replace required information. Applicants must pass a criminal background check and meet minimum qualifications.

Additional forms and the TJJD careers site are available at the links included in the posting. If you have questions, contact the TJJD HR email provided in the posting.