GEO Reentry Services, LLC
Prevention Counselor
GEO Reentry Services, LLC, Miami, Florida, us, 33222
Job Description
Benefits Information
Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including:Paid Time OffPaid Holidays401(k) MatchingHealth InsuranceVision InsuranceLife InsuranceHealth Savings AccountTuition ReimbursementEmployee DiscountReduced Tuition RatesDisability InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program401(k)Pet InsuranceDental InsurancePaid TrainingFlexible Spending AccountThe compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.Equal Opportunity EmployerResponsibilities
Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.Who We Are:GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.Why Work for GEO:At GEO, we believe that diversity in our workforce and the inclusion of a variety of views, perspectives, and backgrounds are integral parts of our company's success.We believe that work is more than a place you go every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.Summary
The position provides oversight of all substance abuse disorder services, prevention through aftercare (including alumni services) and provides clinical supervision to substance use disorder program staff. Maintains good customer relations, develops new business opportunities, monitors adherence to budgets, and ensures contract compliance. Learns, uses and models principles of the "What Works" system through evidence-based practices in all interactions with clients and other staff members.Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Facilitates delivery of cognitive behavioral curriculum in a group setting focusing on the areas of motivation for change, social adjustment, personal management, social skills development, cognitive restructuring, and development of problem-solving skills.Participates in orientation of participant regarding all behavioral treatment programs including, but not limited to, T4C, Anger Management and Life Skills.The ability to facilitate and/or co-facilitate group counseling from a structured manual.Assists in the coordination of participant program schedules to ensure the criminogenic needs of the participants are met.Performs other duties as assigned.Qualifications
Minimum RequirementsHigh School diploma or its equivalent, and minimum two (2) years of experience working in the counseling or chemical addictions field; orAn Associate's Degree, or Bachelor's degree, in any unrelated area of study from an accredited academic institution and one (1) year of experience in the counseling or chemical addictions field preferred; orBachelor's degree from an accredited academic institution in any of the social sciences and six (6) months of experience working in counseling or chemical addictions field.Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.Relevant teaching or counseling experience in a correctional setting preferred.Possess a thorough understanding of the Principles of Effective Intervention that empirical evidence has proven to successfully reduce recidivism.Must possess the ability to work with a team of professionals and have the ability to implement team strategy approaches to work assignments.Must be flexible, cooperative and empathetic to needs of staff and participants.Excellent oral and written communication skills.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERGEO Reentry Services LLC.
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Benefits Information
Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including:Paid Time OffPaid Holidays401(k) MatchingHealth InsuranceVision InsuranceLife InsuranceHealth Savings AccountTuition ReimbursementEmployee DiscountReduced Tuition RatesDisability InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program401(k)Pet InsuranceDental InsurancePaid TrainingFlexible Spending AccountThe compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.Equal Opportunity EmployerResponsibilities
Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.Who We Are:GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.Why Work for GEO:At GEO, we believe that diversity in our workforce and the inclusion of a variety of views, perspectives, and backgrounds are integral parts of our company's success.We believe that work is more than a place you go every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.Summary
The position provides oversight of all substance abuse disorder services, prevention through aftercare (including alumni services) and provides clinical supervision to substance use disorder program staff. Maintains good customer relations, develops new business opportunities, monitors adherence to budgets, and ensures contract compliance. Learns, uses and models principles of the "What Works" system through evidence-based practices in all interactions with clients and other staff members.Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Facilitates delivery of cognitive behavioral curriculum in a group setting focusing on the areas of motivation for change, social adjustment, personal management, social skills development, cognitive restructuring, and development of problem-solving skills.Participates in orientation of participant regarding all behavioral treatment programs including, but not limited to, T4C, Anger Management and Life Skills.The ability to facilitate and/or co-facilitate group counseling from a structured manual.Assists in the coordination of participant program schedules to ensure the criminogenic needs of the participants are met.Performs other duties as assigned.Qualifications
Minimum RequirementsHigh School diploma or its equivalent, and minimum two (2) years of experience working in the counseling or chemical addictions field; orAn Associate's Degree, or Bachelor's degree, in any unrelated area of study from an accredited academic institution and one (1) year of experience in the counseling or chemical addictions field preferred; orBachelor's degree from an accredited academic institution in any of the social sciences and six (6) months of experience working in counseling or chemical addictions field.Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.Relevant teaching or counseling experience in a correctional setting preferred.Possess a thorough understanding of the Principles of Effective Intervention that empirical evidence has proven to successfully reduce recidivism.Must possess the ability to work with a team of professionals and have the ability to implement team strategy approaches to work assignments.Must be flexible, cooperative and empathetic to needs of staff and participants.Excellent oral and written communication skills.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERGEO Reentry Services LLC.
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