Cognitive Skills Specialist

Oriana-House,-Inc; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 82,237,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

HSA

403(b) retirement plan

Vacation 10 days per year

Sick leave 10 days per year

Holidays 8 paid

Job summary

Oriana House, Inc. in Cleveland, OH is seeking a professional to directly implement cognitive behavioral programming for clients at NRRC. The role focuses on teaching cognitive skills and evaluating client progress, with groups of eight to twelve clients and regular progress reporting.

Requires an Associate’s degree in Behavioral Science; prior corrections experience is preferred. Valid Ohio driver’s license and reliable transportation are required, along with flexibility to travel to different

Qualifications

• Requires Associate’s degree in Behavioral Science or related field.
• Working knowledge of Cognitive Theory and Social Learning Theory preferred.
• Prior experience in corrections or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the direct implementation of cognitive behavioral programming for clients.
• Runs groups of eight to twelve clients.
• Prepares and maintains accurate, organized client progress notes and records.

Skills

Cognitive skills

Decision making

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Associate's degree in Behavioral Science

Job description

North Star Reentry Ctr
1834 East 55th Street
Cleveland, OH 44103, USA

Description

Pay: Starting at $18.00/hr

Associate's: $18.00/hr, Bachelor's: $19.00/hr, Master's: $20.50/hr)

(Pay Range: $18.00/hr - $28.70 Based on Education/Experience)

LOCATION: NRRC

RESPONSIBILITIES:Responsible for the direct implementation of cognitive behavioral programming for clients.

Essential functions of this job include, but are not limited to:

• Learns new tasks, remembers processes, maintains focus, completes tasks independently, makes timely decisions in the contexts of workflows, and is able to complete tasks that have a speed and/or productivity quota.
• Conducts cognitive skills programming as scheduled.
• Runs groups of eight to twelve clients.
• Adheres to program integrity of curriculum being taught.
• Reviews all available information about clients and their program requirements.
• Initiates/completes required statistical reports in an accurate manner and submits them to supervisor.
• Evaluates clients' overall progress and goal achievement and communicates the status to clients on a regular basis as required by the program.
• Prepares and maintains accurate, organized, and updated individual files and records individual progress notes and outside correspondence according to Agency specifications.
• Provides clients with education about the cognitive errors that support a criminal lifestyle.
• Manages time and organizes work demands appropriately. Meets deadlines established by supervisor.
• Educates and assists clients in utilizing cognitive behavioral techniques to counter act the use of destructive thinking patterns in accordance with cognitive behavioral strategies.
• Coordinates services with Caseworkers, other staff, and other agencies in the community and maintains accurate documentation of same.
• Educates/trains current employees (formal and documented training) within the Agency about pertinent cognitive skills information, etc.
• Ensures clients have schedules and are notified to attend their programming or informs the appropriate staff of missing client schedules.
• Travels to different work sites if needed or directed by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS: Associate’s degree in Behavioral Science or related field required. Working knowledge of Cognitive Theory and Social Learning Theory preferred. Prior experience in corrections or related field preferred. Must have the cognitive skills needed to complete tasks, including abilities such as learning, remembering, focusing, categorizing, and integrating information for decision making, problem solving, and comprehending. Has the ability to perform under stress and/or in emergencies. Must possess a valid Ohio driver's license, reliable transportation, and a driving record that does not preclude the employee from being covered by Agency liability insurance, if required by facility supervisor. Must have the ability to effectively work with Agency employees, outside contacts, and a diverse client population.

ANTHEM PPO or High Deductible Plan plus CVS prescription coverage
GROUP TERM-LIFE INSURANCE POLICY equal to one time annual salary
LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE
VACATION HOURS - 80 hours (10 days) per year.
PERSONAL-SICK HOURS - 80 hours (10 days) per year.
HOSPITAL HOURS - 96 hours (12 days) per year.
HOLIDAYS - eight paid holidays
TUITION REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM (must be employed for six months).
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
RETIREMENT PLAN 403(b)
DENTAL PLAN (Employee paid)
VISION PLAN (Employee paid)
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS (FSA)
HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT (HSA) for high deductible plan
Pubic Loan Forgiveness Program
Wellness Program

Oriana House, Inc., is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and a Drug-free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship.

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