PROGRAM MANAGER

GEO Corrections & Detentions; Big Spring (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

GEO Corrections & Detentions is seeking a Programs Manager to oversee the programs department, ensuring goals and objectives align with policy directions and contractual scope. You will ensure the quality of services for inmates and collaborate with management to address deficiencies and improve outcomes.

The role involves developing policy, supervising Education Director and Unit Managers, and providing training and counseling as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field and experience in correctional security and rehabilitative programs.
• Five years managing a correctional education program or at least three years in a supervisory capacity.
• Coursework in behavioral sciences, correctional services, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper processing of inmates for programmatic needs and provide quality services that comply with federal regulations and standards.
• Assist in preparation of program proposals.
• Develop policies relating to program operations and revise as required for compliance.
• Assess program staff needs and provide supervision or training.
• Provide case consultations and counseling for difficult inmates during incidents.
• Supervise programs staff including Education Director and Unit Managers.
• Conduct departmental staff performance reviews.
• May participate in long-range planning and scheduling to achieve facility goals.

Skills

Program management

Supervisory experience

Policy interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Behavioral sciences training

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 Programs Manager is responsible for the oversight of programs department, ensuring that goals and objectives are accomplished according to policy directions of the corporation and within the scope defined by the contract. Responsible for the quality of services provided to inmates and works in conjunction with the management to remedy deficiencies and enrich programs.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• The Programs Manager ensures proper processing of all inmates for programmatic needs and ensures that all inmates participating receive quality services that comply with the federal regulations and standards.
• The Programs Manager assists in the preparation of program proposals.
• Develops policies relating to program operations. Revises current policies as required, ensuring compliance with the standards set by the company and the client agency.
• The Programs Manager assesses needs of programs staff and provides regularly scheduled supervision and/or training to address those needs.
• Provides case consultations and one-to-one counseling for difficult inmates of when serious incidents occur.
• The Programs Manager provides supervision to all programs staff to include but not limited to Education Director, Case Management Coordinator, Unit Managers, and Inmate Records.
• Conducts departmental staff performance reviews.
• Serves as committee member on training, budget, and policy review boards.
• May assist management in the establishment of long-range plans and corresponding schedules to achieve facility goals and objectives.
• Responds on a 24-hour, 7-day basis to significant unusual occurrences.
• May be required to function as Deputy Warden in his/her absence.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as needed to ensure the effective and successful operation of the facility.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in related field. Experience in a correctional security and rehabilitative programs. Five (5) years' experience managing a correctional education program preferred or at least three (3) years of experience in a supervisory capacity.
• College coursework and advanced training in behavioral sciences, correctional services, or related field preferred.
• Must possess a working knowledge of program objectives, policies, procedures, correctional laws, applicable court orders and requirements for managing a secure correctional facility.Skill in interpretation of policies and procedures and appropriate application to work situations.
• Must be mature, flexible, intellectually alert, able to command the respect and confidence of inmates and staff.

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