Reentry Program Facilitator and Life Skills Coach

The GEO Group, Inc.; Lumberton (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

GEO Reentry Services LLC. seeks a Program Facilitator to empower offenders for successful reentry through cognitive behavioral intervention, journaling, and life skills modules.

You will deliver individual and group counseling in self-esteem, problem solving, and relationships, while modeling evidence-based practices in all client interactions. Responsibilities include coordinating classroom instruction, maintaining records, and aiding in post-release planning to support reintegration.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate classroom instruction in career planning, social adjustment, personal management, social skills development, cognitive restructuring, and development of problem-solving skills.
• Provide individual and group counseling in areas including self-esteem, problem solving, relationships, and other related issues.
• Communicate with inmates regarding pre-release activities and plans, defining terminology and identifying community resources.
• Review curriculum and resources to enhance participation in pre-release and life skills programs and activities.
• Maintain class rosters, attendance records, and provide certificates for pre-release life skills program.
• Aid inmates in planning and developing post-release plans and encourage responsibility for post-release behaviors.
• Facilitate and co-facilitate didactic educational presentations, group counseling, and individual counseling sessions; coordinate resident program schedules.
• Maintain documentation, notes and discharge summaries.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Public speaking

Facilitation

Case management

Criminal justice knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

GEO Reentry Services LLC. seeks a Program Facilitator to empower offenders for successful reentry through cognitive behavioral intervention, journaling, and life skills modules.

You will deliver individual and group counseling in self-esteem, problem solving, and relationships, while modeling evidence-based practices in all client interactions. Responsibilities include coordinating classroom instruction, maintaining records, and aiding in post-release planning to support reintegration.