PROGRAM FACILITATOR

The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd.; Lumberton (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; 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

GEO Reentry Services LLC is seeking a Program Facilitator in Lumberton, NC. The role delivers cognitive behavioral intervention, interactive journaling, and life skills modules to offenders, while providing individual and group counseling on self-esteem and problem solving.

It requires adherence to What Works principles and collaboration with staff. Responsibilities include coordinating classroom instruction, communicating with inmates about pre-release plans, and maintaining records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's degree in a related area preferred.
• Two years of related work experience.
• Familiar with community corrections systems and practices.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate classroom instruction in career planning, social adjustment, personal management, social skills, and problem-solving.
• Provide individual and group counseling on self-esteem, problem solving, relationships.
• Communicate with inmates about pre-release activities and community resources.
• Review curriculum/resources to enhance participant engagement in life skills programs.
• Maintain class rosters, attendance, and issue certificates for pre-release programs.
• Assist inmates in planning post-release plans and accountable actions.
• Facilitate didactic presentations and group/individual counseling sessions.
• Coordinate resident program schedules and ensure alignment with IPP goals.
• Maintain documentation, notes and discharge summaries.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Public speaking

Facilitation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent certification

Bachelor's degree in a related area preferred

Job description

Benefits Information

• 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

The Program Facilitator provides offenders with the tools and knowledge to prepare for reentry into the community through the utilization of Cognitive Behavioral Intervention (CBI), Interactive Journaling, and Life Skills program modules. In addition, this position provides individual and group counseling in areas including self-esteem, problem solving, relationships, and other related issues. 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

• The Program Facilitator coordinates classroom instruction in the areas of career planning, social adjustment, personal management, social skills development, cognitive restructuring and development of problem-solving skills.
• Provides individual and group counseling in areas including self-esteem, problem solving, relationships, and other related issues.
• The Program Facilitator communicates with inmates regarding the reality of their pre-release activities and plans, defining terminology and identifying community resources.
• Conducts a periodic review of curriculum and resources available to enhance the participants participation in pre-release and life skills programs and activities.
• The Program Facilitator maintains class rosters, attendance records, and provides certificates for pre-release life skills program.
• Aids inmates in planning and developing post-release plans and encourages them to assume the responsibility for post-release behaviors and activities.
• Facilitates and co-facilitates didactic educational presentations, group counseling, and individual counseling sessions. Assists in the coordination of resident program schedules to ensure the needs of the participant and goals set by the Individual Program Plan are met.
• Maintains documentation, notes and discharge summaries.
• Performs other as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent certification required.
• Bachelor's degree in a related area preferred.
• Two (2) years of work experience in a related field; familiarity with community corrections systems and current community corrections practices.
• Familiar with community work force needs, public and private agencies and employment services.
• Effective communication skills with internal and external contacts at all levels.
• Basic knowledge of case management and referral services.
• Basic knowledge of criminal justice system.
• Good presentation, public speaking and facilitation skills.

GEO Reentry Services LLC.