CLINICAL PROGRAM DIRECTOR

The GEO Group, Inc.; Florence (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

401(k) Matching

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

The GEO Group, Inc. is seeking a Clinical Program Director in Florence, Arizona. This role involves managing the programs department, ensuring the delivery of quality rehabilitation services to inmates. Candidates must have a PhD in Clinical Psychology or a related field, with at least five years of experience in correctional education management. Responsibilities include staff supervision, policy development, and providing case consultations, all while adhering to federal regulations. The position offers comprehensive employee benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• PhD in Clinical Psychology, Psychiatric Social Work, or related field.
• Five years experience managing correctional education programs.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee programs department ensuring quality services for inmates.
• Train and supervise programs staff.
• Develop policies relating to program operations.

Skills

Knowledge of program objectives

Psychology or Social Work expertise

Experience in correctional education

Supervisory experience

Interpersonal skills with inmates and staff

Education

PhD in Clinical Psychology or related field

Advanced training in behavioral sciences

Job description

Benefits Information

• 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

Equal Opportunity Employer

Overview

Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.

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.

Responsibilities

Summary

The Clinical Program Director is responsible for the oversight of programs department, ensuring that goals and objectives are accomplished according to policy directions of the corporation and within the scope defined by the contract. Responsible for the quality of services provided to inmates and works in conjunction with the Facility Administrator to remedy deficiencies and enrich programs.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• The Clinical Program Director ensures proper processing of all inmates for programmatic needs and ensures that all inmates participating receive quality services that comply with the federal regulations and standards.
• Assists in the preparation of program proposals.
• Develops policies relating to program operations. Makes revisions to current policies as required, ensuring compliance with the standards set by the company and the client agency.
• The Clinical Program Director assesses needs of programs staff and provides regularly scheduled supervision and/or training to address those needs.
• Provides case consultations and one‑to‑one counseling for difficult inmates of when serious incidents occur.
• The Clinical Program Director provides supervision to all programs staff to include but not limited to Education Director, Case Management Coordinator, Unit Managers and Inmate Records.
• Conducts departmental staff performance reviews.
• Serves as committee member on training, budget and policy review boards.
• May assist management in the establishment of long‑range plans and corresponding schedules to achieve facility goals and objectives.
• Responds on a 24‑hour, 7‑day basis to significant unusual occurrences.
• May be required to function as Deputy Warden in his/her absence.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as needed to ensure the effective and successful operation of the facility.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• PhD in Clinical Psychology, (Psychiatric) Social Work, behavioral science, actives, therapy or related field. Experience in a correctional security and rehabilitative programs. Five (5) years’ experience managing a correctional education program preferred or at least three (3) years of experience in a supervisory capacity.
• College coursework and advanced training in behavioral sciences, correctional services or related field preferred.
• Must possess a working knowledge of program objectives, policies, procedures, correctional laws, applicable court orders and requirements for managing a secure correctional facility.
• Skill in interpretation of policies and procedures and appropriate application to work situations.
• Must be mature, flexible, intellectually alert and able to command the respect and confidence of inmates and staff.