SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR I

The GEO Group•Jacksonville, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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. 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. GEO Reentry Services offers correctional agencies in-custody treatment programs for individuals nearing the end of their jail or prison sentences. Starting treatment before they are released back into the community facilitates consistency in treatment and helps individuals be better prepared for their transition to the community. By assessing an individual’s risk and needs and initiating programming while in prison, the transition to a community-based program is seamless and behavior change is expedited.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Certification in Alcohol and Drug Counseling within two (2) years of employment.
Frequently have to lift or carry up to 20 lbs.
Candidates should also be able to bend, stoop, walk, and stand (31-60% of the time).
Occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 40 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a social or human services field preferred.
Experience providing human service functions preferred.
Experience within a correctional setting

Responsibilities

Provide relevant Substance Abuse information for class curriculum.
Facilitate didactic educational presentations, group counseling, and individual counseling sessions.
Select and recommend new instructional materials and programs for use in the substance abuse program.
Maintain knowledge of new developments in the field of substance abuse.
Maintain a collegian relationship with other substance abuse professionals, programs, and associations.
Complete required testing, assessment, and psychosocial history on incoming residents as required.
Participate in related training for substance abuse.