PROGRAM FACILITATOR

The GEO Group • Marion, NC

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About The Position

The Program Facilitator helps offenders prepare for reentry into the community through Cognitive Behavioral Intervention (CBI), Interactive Journaling, and Life Skills program modules. The role also provides individual and group counseling on topics such as self-esteem, problem solving, and relationships. The facilitator learns, uses, and models the principles of the “What Works” system and evidence-based practices in interactions with clients and staff.

The position coordinates classroom instruction and facilitates educational presentations, group counseling, and individual counseling. It supports participants with pre-release planning and life skills, helps develop post-release plans, coordinates resident program schedules, and maintains program documentation and records.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent certification.
• Two years of work experience in a related field.
• Familiarity with community corrections systems and current community corrections practices.
• Familiarity with community workforce 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 the criminal justice system.
• Good presentation, public speaking, and facilitation skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in a related area preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate classroom instruction in career planning, social adjustment, personal management, social skills development, cognitive restructuring, and problem-solving skills.
• Provide individual and group counseling on self-esteem, problem solving, relationships, and related issues.
• Communicate with inmates about pre-release activities and plans, clarify terminology, and identify community resources.
• Periodically review curriculum and available resources to improve participation in pre-release and life skills programs and activities.
• Maintain class rosters and attendance records, and provide certificates for the pre-release life skills program.
• Assist inmates in planning and developing post-release plans and encourage responsibility for post-release behaviors and activities.
• Facilitate and co-facilitate educational presentations, group counseling, and individual counseling sessions.
• Assist in coordinating resident program schedules to meet participant needs and the goals in Individual Program Plans.
• Maintain documentation, notes, and discharge summaries.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus paid in quarterly installments.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• 401(k) matching.
• Health insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Health savings account.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discount.
• Reduced tuition rates.
• Disability insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• 401(k).
• Pet insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Paid training.
• Flexible spending account.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED