SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR

GEO Reentry Services, LLC; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

401(k) Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

GEO Reentry Services, LLC is seeking a qualified candidate for a role focused on substance abuse education and counseling. The position involves providing relevant information for curriculum, facilitating presentations, and maintaining knowledge in substance abuse.

Candidates should ideally have a Master's Degree in related fields and experience in correctional settings. The role emphasizes teamwork and requires excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Preferred Master's Degree or equivalent in chemical dependency, psychology, or related fields.
• 1 year of experience in chemical addictions counseling for Bachelor's Degree holders.
• 2 years of experience in chemical addictions counseling for Associate's Degree holders.

Responsibilities

• Provide substance abuse curriculum information.
• Facilitate educational presentations and counseling sessions.
• Select instructional materials for the substance abuse program.

Skills

Experience in correctional settings

Bilingual English/Spanish

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Education

Master's Degree in chemical dependency, psychology, social work, counseling

Bachelor's Degree with professional experience

Associate's degree with two years of experience

Job description

Benefits Information

• 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

In this role, you will:

• Provide relevant Substance Abuse information for class curriculum.
• Facilitate didactic educational presentations, group counseling, and individual counseling sessions.
• Select and recommend new instructional materials and programs for use in the substance abuse program.
• Maintain knowledge of new developments in the field of substance abuse.
• Maintain a collegian relationship with other substance abuse professionals, programs, and associations.
• Complete required testing, assessment, and psychosocial history on incoming residents as required.
• Participate in related training for substance abuse.

Qualifications

Review minimum requirements before applying:

We would prefer someone who has experience within a correctional setting.

Minimum Requirements

• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in chemical dependency, psychology, social work, counseling, preferably in a drug and alcohol setting or;
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in chemical dependency, psychology, social work, counseling, preferably in a drug and alcohol setting and one (1) year of professional experience in chemical additions counseling; OR
• An Associate's degree from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of professional experience in chemical addition counseling.
• Must meet DDAP requirements for a Counselor.
• Preference given to experience within a correctional setting.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred.
• 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.

Physical Requirements

In this position, you will frequently have to lift or carry up to 20 lbs. Candidates should also be able to bend, stoop, walk, and stand (31-60% of the time). You will also occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 40 lbs.

GEO Reentry Services LLC.