Behavioral Health Technician: Reentry & Transition Specialist

The GEO Group, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

The GEO Group, Inc. is hiring a Behavioral Health Technician-CoC in Phoenix to provide transition case management for inmates within one year of release, delivering cognitive behavioral treatment and linking to post-release community resources.

You will work with a Continuum of Care team to develop discharge plans and coordination with community services. You will record notes in GEO’s electronic system, coordinate programming, and engage state and community partners to support successful

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree desirable.
• Two years of experience in a correctional setting preferred.
• Understanding of the Principles of Effective Intervention.
• Ability to prepare written reports and to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
• Must possess a valid Arizona Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Participates in designated training for assigned responsibilities.
• Records case management notes in GEO’s electronic system and tracks inmate progress.
• Develops caseload knowledge; coordinates academic, vocational, and evidence-based programming.
• Develops transition plans with inmates and links to community resources prior to release.
• Conducts individual and group cognitive behavioral treatment sessions as needed.
• Establishes relationships with a statewide network of community providers for reintegration.
• Engages community resources to support released inmates during the first months post-release.
• Ensures inmates obtain eligible benefits and proper identification prior to release.
• Communicates with State personnel for successful reintegration; stays informed on public resources.
• Attends staff meetings and maintains documentation of inmate contacts.
• Performs other duties as assigned; provides substance abuse information for curricula.
• Facilitates didactic education, group counseling, and individual counseling sessions.
• Selects and recommends instructional materials for substance abuse programs.
• Keeps abreast of new developments in substance abuse; collaborates with professionals and associations.
• Completes testing, assessments, and psychosocial histories; participates in related training.
• Invites community providers to participate in on-site resource fairs.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, sociology, or related field

Job description

The GEO Group, Inc. is hiring a Behavioral Health Technician-CoC in Phoenix to provide transition case management for inmates within one year of release, delivering cognitive behavioral treatment and linking to post-release community resources.

You will work with a Continuum of Care team to develop discharge plans and coordination with community services. You will record notes in GEO’s electronic system, coordinate programming, and engage state and community partners to support successful