PROGRAM FACILITATOR
GEO Reentry Services

Lexington, North Carolina

Posted in Health and Safety


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Job Info


Facility: LEXINGTON NC

Pay: $18.00

Bonus (if applicable):

Shift:

Benefits: Employees working a normal work week (30 hours or more) will enjoy a competitive benefits package for an energized workforce with options for you and your family including:

• Paid time off        • Paid holidays         • 401(k)
• 401(k) matching      • Health Insurance        • Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance       • Life Insurance          • Flexible spending account
• Health savings account    • Tuition Reimbursement     • Reduced tuition rates
• Employee discount     • Employee assistance program • Pet insurance
• Disability Insurance     • Paid training           • Other benefits available

Equal Opportunity Employer.

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

This position provides offenders with the tools and knowledge to prepare for reentry into the community through the utilization of Cognitive Behavioral Intervention (CBI), Interactive Journaling, and Life Skills program modules. In addition, this position provides individual and group counseling in areas including self-esteem, problem solving, relationships, and other related issues. 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

  • Coordinates classroom instruction in the areas of career planning, social adjustment, personal management, social skills development, cognitive restructuring and development of problem solving skills.
  • Provides individual and group counseling in areas including self-esteem, problem solving, relationships, and other related issues.
  • Communicates with inmates regarding the reality of their pre-release activities and plans, defining terminology and identifying community resources.
  • Conducts a periodic review of curriculum and resources available to enhance the participants participation in pre-release and life skills programs and activities.
  • Maintains class rosters, attendance records, and provides certificates for pre-release life skills program.
  • Aids inmates in planning and developing post-release plans and encourages them to assume the responsibility for post-release behaviors and activities.
  • Facilitates and co-facilitates didactic educational presentations, group counseling, and individual counseling sessions.
  • Assists in the coordination of resident program schedules to ensure the needs of the participant and goals set by the Individual Program Plan are met.
  • Maintains documentation, notes and discharge summaries.
  • Performs other as assigned.




Minimum Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent certification required.
  • Bachelor's degree in a related area preferred.
  • 2 years of work experience in a related field; familiarity with community corrections systems and current community corrections practices
  • Familiar with community work force needs, public and private agencies and employment services
  • Effective communication skills with internal and external contacts at all levels.
  • Basic knowledge of case management and referral services.
  • Basic knowledge of criminal justice system.
  • Good presentation, public speaking and facilitation skills.

                                            EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER


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