MANAGER, CLASSIFICATION

The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd.; Aurora (CO); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

GEO Secured Services is hiring for a Classification Department Supervisor responsible for managing the detainee classification process, providing counseling, and ensuring program alignment with ACA standards.

The role requires directing staff, reviewing activity plans, and coordinating with other departments to optimize operations and outcomes within the facility.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years in caseload management of offenders in a correctional setting.
• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, sociology, or a closely related field.
• Active, valid driver's license and US citizenship.
• Experience as a supervisor is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervises the operation of the Classification Department.
• Provides individual counseling to detainees on work and housing assignments, adjustment problems, and family problems.
• Discusses detainees' requests for transfer, job changes, furloughs, promotions, etc. and refers cases as deemed appropriate.
• Determines detainee eligibility for programs and whether programs benefit overall adjustment.
• Monitors detainees' custody, housing, job and program assignments to ensure timely reviews.
• 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 eligibility to work in job assignments.
• Responsible for use of computer applications 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.

Skills

Caseload management

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Report writing

Driver's license

US citizenship

Education

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field

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.

GEO Secured Services