SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR

The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd.; Fresno (CA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

GEO Reentry Services LLC is seeking a Substance Abuse Counselor to develop and conduct education programs for drug and alcohol issues. You will conduct individual and group counseling using evidence-based approaches and maintain client records with attention to detail.

The role requires coordinating intakes, groups, and treatment plans; building referral networks; and ensuring accurate documentation while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (ADP-recognized) or 1 year CBT with offenders.
• Must be 21+ years old.
• Strong communication skills and teamwork ability.
• Bilingual English/Spanish may be required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate substance abuse program at offices; schedule intakes and sessions.
• Facilitate psycho-educational groups using What Works system.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and monitor progress.
• Establish relationships with outside referral sources.
• Collect program participation fees and track collections.
• Maintain accurate participant records; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking / facilitation

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (ADP-recognized)

CBT experience with offender population

Tools

Client records management

Office software proficiency

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 Substance Abuse Counselor assists in developing, organizing, and conducting programs to provide education for conditions and problems relating to drug and alcohol abuse. Conducts or assists in conducting individual or group counseling sessions and programs. 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 Substance Abuse Counselor coordinates substance abuse program at an office or group of offices using principles of the “What Works” system. Schedules intakes, and group and individual sessions. Discusses specific cases with case managers to determine if they are appropriate for substance abuse treatment. May assist with the assignment of cases
• Facilitates psycho-educational/behavior modification groups using principles of the “What Works” system. Documents participants’ attendance, participation, and progress in Company database
• The Substance Abuse Counselor conducts risk/need assessments and creates individual treatment plans for each assigned participant. Meets regularly with participants’ and documents participants’ progress or regress in Company database.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with outside referral sources, such as in-patient substance abuse facilities or detox facilities. Actively pursues and develops referrals from probation and evaluating agencies.
• The Substance Abuse Counselor identifies problem areas that may impact participants ability to successfully complete treatment. Guides participants to develop strategies to overcome obstacles to success completion of treatment.
• May advise Customer of participants progress regularly or at completion of treatment.
• Collects participants fees for program participation. Tracks fee collection for office or group of offices.
• Ensures that participants records are accurately completed in a timely manner.
• May maintain a specific substance abuse treatment case file for every program participant.
• 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.
• Maintains a collegian relationship with other substance abuse professionals, programs, and associations.
• Participates in related training for substance abuse.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or its equivalent.
• Certified as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor with a certification recognized by ADP; or
  • Have a minimum of one (1) year experience providing cognitive behavioral therapy services to an offender population.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• 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.
• Effective communication skills with internal and external contacts at all levels.
• Problem solving ability.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Bi-lingual skills (English/Spanish) may be required as well as experience dealing with specific cultural group.
• Problem solving ability.
• Good presentation, public speaking, and facilitation skills.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Knowledge of client record management.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

GEO Reentry Services LLC.