EMPLOYMENT & EDUCATIONAL COORDINATOR

The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd.; Pleasantville (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Training

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd. is seeking an Employment/Education Coordinator to oversee employment training and job development programs for Re-Entry clients. The role involves conducting assessments, creating individual plans, and facilitating educational sessions. Applicants must have a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field and experience working in adult education, especially with offender populations.

The position offers a supportive work environment with a focus on employee wellbeing and comprehensive benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in adult education.
• Experience working with offender/minority populations.
• Solid computer skills and proficiency in relevant software.

Responsibilities

• Conduct employment assessments and create individual employment plans.
• Conduct job preparation and skills classes.
• Manage a small caseload of Re-Entry clients.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Good interpersonal skills

Good organizational skills

Networking skills

Bilingual skills (English/Spanish)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services, Criminal Justice, Education or related field

Master’s Degree preferred

Teaching certification preferred

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Power Point

Job description

Benefits

Hiring with a sign‑on bonus, paid in quarterly installments

• 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 who 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 evidence‑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 Employment/Education Coordinator conducts and oversees Re‑Entry Center employment training and job development programs as well as General Equivalency Diploma (GED) preparation for all Re‑Entry 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

• Conduct employment assessments and create individual employment plans for each assigned client using principles of the “What Works” system. Document clients’ progress in the Company database.
• Conduct on‑going job preparation, job retention and life skills classes.
• Establish and oversee job preparation and computer skills training resources. Provide appropriate referrals for clients.
• Establish and coordinate relationships with state and private employment agencies and vocational schools.
• Arrange for client placement in vocational training in coordination with local vocational schools. Monitor client attendance and completion of training.
• Develop on‑the‑job support for clients who have been placed.
• Conduct individual education assessments and create educational plans for each referred client using principles of the “What Works” system. Document clients’ progress in the Company database.
• Establish and oversee a computer learning lab for GED preparation and remedial education.
• Provide clients with referrals for undergraduate and graduate studies.
• Facilitate psycho‑educational/behavior modification groups. Document clients’ progress in Company database.
• Manage a small caseload of Re‑Entry clients using principles of the “What Works” system. Conduct risk/need assessments and create individual treatment plans for each assigned client. Provide case management services as needed. Document all client contact in Company database.
• Assist other Re‑Entry Center staff with general operations to meet the needs of the program.
• Perform 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.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with offender/minority populations in an adult educational setting using a computer lab required.
• Some experience working with local area labor/employment market required.
• 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 Power Point.
• Knowledge of local area labor/employment market and community resources.
• Bi‑lingual skills (English/Spanish) may be required.

GEO Reentry Services LLC.