MANAGER, CLASSIFICATION

The GEO Group, Inc.; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The GEO Group, Inc. seeks a Classification Coordinator to manage the Classification Department and supervise Case Managers, providing counseling to detainees to support their adjustment and participation in appropriate programs.

The role requires experience in corrections, strong knowledge of ACA standards, and the ability to coordinate with other departments to optimize detainee outcomes.

Qualifications

• Five years in caseload management of offenders in a correctional setting.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field desirable; other degrees acceptable.
• Active, valid driver's license required.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Operates the Classification Department. Supervises Case Managers and provides counseling to detainees.
• Assists detainees with housing, work, and program participation decisions.
• Discusses transfer requests and referrals, ensuring appropriate case handling.
• Determines eligibility for programs and monitors detainee compliance and progress.
• Keeps education/habilitative program records and ACA standards compliance.

Skills

caseload management

supervisory experience

effective communication

driver's license

U.S. citizenship

Education

Bachelor's degree (criminal justice or related)

Tools

Computer applications

Job description

Benefits Information

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

• 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

Responsible for the operation of the Classification Department. Supervises the Case Managers and provides counseling services, assists the detainees in adjusting to institutional life and in selecting appropriate self‑help, therapeutic, educational and/or vocational programs; and to obtain needed services or changes in assignment. Serves as a member of the Institutional Reclassification Committee.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Supervises the operation of the Classification Department.
• Provides individual counseling to detainees on an informal basis regarding work and housing assignments, adjustment problems, and family problems.
• Discusses with detainees requests for transfer, job changes, furloughs, promotions, etc. and refers cases as deemed appropriate.
• Determines detainee eligibility for programs and if such programs would be beneficial to the detainees overall adjustment to the facility.
• Monitors detainees custody, housing, job and program assignments to ensure all detainees are reviewed in a timely manner.
• Makes referrals for detainees with serious problems to professional counseling staff.
• Updates facility classification review forms.
• Reviews detainee activity plans developed by Classification Counselors to ensure they meet standards.
• Works closely with other departments to determine areas needing additional detainee workers.
• Reviews detainee medical status to determine detainees eligibility to work in job assignments.
• Responsible for use of computer application to record educational/habilitative programs.
• Responsible for maintaining and complying with ACA standards pertaining to classification, records, detainee job assignments, and unit orientation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Five (5) years in caseload management of offenders in a correctional setting. Experience as a Supervisor preferred. Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, sociology, or a closely related field is desirable; however, a Bachelor's degree in other fields is acceptable; or four (4) years correctional experience or certified law enforcement officer experience with minimum high school diploma or GED certificate.
• Must be knowledgeable of the Agency’s Classification Plan, applicable court orders or decrees, and ACA standards which relate to classification.
• Ability to prepare written reports; to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and to learn rules, regulations, and security procedures required by the facility.
• Must possess an active, valid driver's license.
• Must be at least twenty‑one (21) years of age or older.
• Must be a United States Citizen.

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