SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR

The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd.; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; 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. seeks a Substance Abuse Counselor to develop, organize, and deliver education and counseling for residents facing drug and alcohol issues. You will conduct individual and group sessions, select materials, and stay current with field developments.

The role emphasizes teamwork, confidentiality, and professional interaction within a correctional setting. LADAC or LSAA certification is required or in progress; experience with a Twelve Step program is a plus.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in behavioral science or equivalent.
• Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor (LADAC) or LSAA certification is required/ in progress.
• Preference for correctional setting experience.
• Knowledge of Twelve Step programs (AA/NA).
• Ability to work professionally in individual and group counseling settings.
• Strong written and verbal communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, organize, and conduct programs educating residents on drug and alcohol abuse.
• Lead or co-lead didactic education, group counseling, and individual sessions.
• Select and recommend instructional materials for the program.
• Stay updated on new developments in substance abuse field.
• Maintain relationships with other professionals and programs.
• Complete testing, assessments, and psychosocial histories on incoming residents.
• Participate in related training for substance abuse and related duties.

Skills

Professional communication

Oral and written communication

Team collaboration

Computers/software literacy

Twelve Step program knowledge

Professional demeanor

Education

Associate degree in behavioral science

Tools

Department software

Job description

Benefits Information

Now hiring with an $4,000.00 Sign in Bonus, paid in quarterly installments

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 Substance Abuse Counselor assists in developing, organizing, and conducting programs to provide education for conditions and problems relating to drug and alcohol abuse. The Substance Abuse Counselor conducts or assists in conducting individual or group counseling sessions and programs.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• The Substance Abuse Counselor provides relevant substance abuse information for class curriculum.
• Facilitates and co‑facilitates didactic educational presentations, group counseling, and individual counseling sessions.
• The Substance Abuse Counselor selects and recommends new instructional materials and programs for use in the substance abuse program.
• Maintains knowledge of new developments in the field of substance abuse.
• The Substance Abuse Counselor maintains a collegian relationship with other substance abuse professionals, programs, and associations.
• Completes required testing, assessment, and psychosocial history on incoming residents as required.
• The Substance Abuse Counselor participates in related training for substance abuse.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Associate degree in a behavioral science field such as Psychology, Sociology or Human Relations.
• Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor (LADAC) certified OR
• Licensed Substance Abuse Associate certification (LSAA) is required, subject to approval.
  • A waiver can be granted if the individual is currently working on acquiring the certification.
• Preference given to experience within a correctional setting.
• Working knowledge of the Twelve Step Program of Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous.
• Ability to interact in a professional manner in both individual and group counseling settings. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with a team of professionals and have the ability to implement team strategy approaches to work assignments.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

GEO Reentry Services LLC.