EMPLOYMENT COORDINATOR

GEO Reentry Services, LLC; Coeur d'Alene (ID); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in rehabilitation services is seeking dedicated professionals to join their team. This role focuses on conducting employment training and GED preparation for reentry clients, utilizing evidence-based practices to foster client success. The company values diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive environment where employees can thrive. With a comprehensive benefits package and a commitment to employee well-being, this is an exciting opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. If you are looking for a fulfilling career that combines purpose with professional growth, consider this opportunity.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

401(k) Matching

Paid Training

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Disability Insurance

Pet Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Criminal Justice, or related field required.
• Two years of experience with offender populations in educational settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct employment training and GED preparation for reentry clients.
• Create individual employment plans and document client progress.
• Establish relationships with employment agencies and vocational schools.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Networking skills

Presentation and public speaking

Computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Bi-lingual skills (English/Spanish)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Services

Master's Degree in Human Services

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Benefits Information

*** Now Hiring with a Sign On Bonus Payable in Quarterly Installments ***

Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including:

* 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

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

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:

• At GEO, we believe that diversity in our workforce and the inclusion of a variety of views, perspectives, and backgrounds are integral parts of our company's success.
• We believe that work is more than a place you go 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:

This position conducts employment training and job development programs as well as General Equivalency Diploma (GED) preparation for all reentry clients in need of those services. Learns, uses and models principles of the "What Works" system through evidence-based practices in all interactions with clients and other staff members.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducts employment assessments and creates individual employment plans for each assigned client using principles of the "What Works" system. Documents clients' progress in the Company database.
• Conducts on-going job preparation, job retention and life skills classes.
• Establishes and oversees job preparation and computer skills training resources. Provides appropriate referrals for clients.
• Establishes and coordinates relationships with state and private employment agencies and vocational schools.
• Arranges for client placement in vocational training in coordination with local vocational schools. Monitors client attendance and completion of training.
• Develops on-the-job support for clients who have been placed.
• Conducts individual education assessments and creates educational plans for each referred client using principles of the "What Works" system. Documents clients' progress in the Company database.
• Establishes and oversees computer learning lab for GED preparation and remedial education.
• Provides clients with referrals for undergraduate and graduate studies.
• May facilitate psycho-educational/behavior modification groups. Documents clients' progress in Company database.
• May manage a small caseload of Re-Entry clients using principles of the "What Works" system. Conducts risk/need assessments and creates individual treatment plans for each assigned client. Provides case management services as needed. Documents all client contact in Company database.
• Assists other Re-Entry Center staff with general operations to meet the needs of the program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services, Criminal Justice, Education or employment related field required.
• Master's Degree in Human Services, Criminal Justice, Education or employment related field preferred.
• Appropriate state teaching certification preferred.
• Two (2) years of experience working with offender/minority populations in an adult educational setting using computer lab preferred.
• Some experience working with local area labor/employment market preferred.
• Effective communication skills with internal and external contacts at all levels.
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to set boundaries.
• Good presentation, public speaking and facilitation skills.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good networking skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize appropriately.
• Solid computer skills and proficiency with MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of local area labor/employment market and community resources.
• Bi-lingual skills (English/Spanish) may be required.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

GEO Reentry Services LLC.