PROGRAM FACILITATOR

The GEO Group, Inc.; Wartburg (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k) Matching

Health Insurance

Educational assistance

Job summary

GEO Reentry Services LLC. seeks a Program Facilitator to deliver gender-responsive, trauma-informed programming and lead cognitive behavioral curricula for participants.

You will facilitate group sessions on anger management, violence prevention, and critical thinking in a correctional or community setting. The role emphasizes adherence to evidence-based practices, participant engagement, and coordination of scheduling to meet program needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences or related field or CPRS designation with 3 years experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable discussing difficult topics and handling conflict.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Flexible schedule, including evenings.

Responsibilities

• Delivers gender-responsive and trauma-informed programming using curriculum-based sessions.
• Uses evidence-based practices to engage and motivate participants.
• Conducts participant orientations and intakes.
• Maintains group rosters, attendance, and progress documentation.
• Assists participants in planning for release to the community and coordinates schedules.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Conflict resolution

Organizational skills

Flexible schedule

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social sciences or related field

CPRS designation or equivalent and 3 years of qualifying experience

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

The Program Facilitator helps program participants develop pro-social thinking and behaviors through the delivery of cognitive behavioral and evidence-based curricula. Facilitates group programming sessions in areas such as anger management, preventing violence, and critical thinking.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• The Program Facilitator delivers gender-responsive and trauma-informed programming using curriculum-based group sessions.
• Utilizes evidence-based practices to enhance participant engagement and motivation.
• The Program Facilitator conducts participant program orientations and intakes.
• Maintains group rosters, attendance records, and documentation of progress.
• As appropriate, assists participants in planning for release to the community.
• Assists in the coordination of participant program schedules to ensure that all programming needs are met.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social sciences or related field; or possess a Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS) designation or equivalent and a minimum of three (3) years of qualifying experience.
• Previous experience as a facilitator / educator / group moderator with the criminal justice population.
• Valid driver’s license and access to an operable vehicle.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including verbal skills.
• Knowledgeable and comfortable when discussing difficult topics.
• Comfortable and effective in dealing with conflict.
• Extensive organizational skills and pay attention to detail.
• Flexible schedule as hours may vary each week, to include evening sessions.

GEO Reentry Services LLC.