SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR
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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
We believe that work is more than a place you go to 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.
In this role, you will
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
Minimum Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in any of the social sciences and two (2) years of professional experience in chemical additions counseling; or An Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of professional experience in chemical addition counseling; OR A High School diploma/GED and six (6) years of professional experience in chemical addictions counseling.
- An Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of professional experience in chemical addition counseling; OR
- A High School diploma/GED and six (6) years of professional experience in chemical addictions counseling.
- Candidate must be at least registered for ( CADC, formerly CSAC) Certification or LCAS or LCAS - A license. Must be able to obtain full certification within one year of start date.
- Preference given to experience within a correctional setting.
- Ability to interact in a professional manner in both individual and group counseling settings.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work with a team of professionals and have the ability to implement team strategy approaches to work assignments.
- Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.
Physical Requirements
- In this position, you will 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). You will also occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 40 lbs.
- GEO Reentry Services LLC.
About The GEO Group
Diversified government service provider for secure facilities and rehabilitation.
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