Corrections Substance Abuse Counselor — In-Prison Program

The GEO Group; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; 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 is seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor to provide counseling within an on-site program at a Taylorville correctional facility in Illinois. The role focuses on implementing Therapeutic Community Treatment models for residents and coordinating care with treatment staff.

Responsibilities include preparing educational materials, maintaining clinical records, and conducting individual and group therapy, with required CADC credential within two years.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Certification in Alcohol and Drug Counseling within two years of employment.
• Experience providing human services functions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and submits treatment and educational outlines, lectures, and materials.
• Maintains records and daily clinical charting.
• Implements substance abuse and life skills assessments and integrates results into treatment plans.
• Provides counseling to residents and coordinates individual clinical care.

Skills

Counseling

Corrections experience

Documentation

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in social or human services field

Certification in Alcohol and Drug Counseling within 2 years

Job description

The GEO Group is seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor to provide counseling within an on-site program at a Taylorville correctional facility in Illinois. The role focuses on implementing Therapeutic Community Treatment models for residents and coordinating care with treatment staff.

Responsibilities include preparing educational materials, maintaining clinical records, and conducting individual and group therapy, with required CADC credential within two years.