Support Intervention Specialist- Macon YDC- Macon GA

Georgia Department of Revenue • Macon, GA

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About The Position

Under general supervision, the Support Intervention Specialist instructs or trains clients and/or students in a specific area of assignment as part of a program that includes an organized agenda of practical and workforce readiness instruction. The position is with the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice at Macon YDC in Macon, Georgia.

The selected applicant will be subject to a reference check and, where applicable, a criminal background check. The position is unclassified. Applications will be prescreened, and applicants should include all relevant job information on their application.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in counseling or a related field from an accredited college or university, or certification as an addiction counselor from the Georgia Addiction Counselors Association (GACA) or equivalent certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the administration and scoring of tests.
• Develop and implement behavior management plans as required by regulatory agencies.
• Evaluate clients' physical or mental condition based on review of client information.
• Maintain confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
• Monitor, evaluate, and record client progress according to measurable goals described in treatment and care plans.
• Prepare and maintain required treatment records and reports.
• Provide training to direct staff in implementing behavior modification techniques.
• Collect information about clients through interviews, observation, and tests.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time