Support Intervention Specialist- Macon YDC- Macon GA

State of Georgia; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Georgia invites applications for the Support Intervention Specialist position at Macon YDC, Macon, GA. The role focuses on counseling, behavior management, and workforce readiness instruction within the Department of Juvenile Justice.

The position emphasizes compliance, documentation, and client progress reporting. Qualifications include a Bachelor's in counseling or related field and GACA certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in counseling or related field.
• Certification as addiction counselor (GACA) or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Instructs or trains clients/students in a program with an agenda of practical/workforce readiness instruction.
• Assist with administration and scoring of tests.
• Develop and implement behavior management plans as required by regulatory agencies.
• Evaluate clients' physical or mental condition based on client information.
• Maintain confidentiality of treatment records.
• Monitor and record client progress according to treatment plans.
• Provide training to staff in behavior modification techniques.
• Collect information about clients through interviews, observation, and tests.

Education

Bachelor's degree in counseling

GACA certification

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Details

Job Title: Support Intervention Specialist- Macon YDC- Macon GA

Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice

Job Requisition ID: JR0000003856

Shift: Any (United States of America)

Compensation Details: $33,042.48

Job Description: Under general supervision, instructs or trains clients and/or students in a specific area of assignment as part of a program that includes an organized agenda of practical and workforce readiness instruction.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists with administration and scoring of tests
• Develop and implement behavior management plans as required by regulatory agencies
• Evaluate clients' physical or mental condition based on review of client information
• Maintain confidentiality of records relating to client's treatment
• Monitor, evaluate, and record client progress according to measurable goals described in treatment and care plan
• Prepare and maintain all required treatment records and reports
• Provides training to direct staff in implementing behavior modification techniques
• Trains to collect information about clients through interviews, observation, and tests

Entry Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in counseling or a related field from an accredited college or university or certification as an addiction counselor from the Georgia Addiction Counselors Association (GACA) or equivalent certification.

Preferred Qualifications

In addition to Entry Qualifications, Preferred Qualifications may be added by the agency.

Benefits

In addition to Entry Qualifications, Preferred Qualifications may be added by the agency.

Reference & Background Checks

THIS IS AN INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL JOB ANNOUNCEMENT THIS IS AN UNCLASSIFIED POSITION. THE SELECTED APPLICANT FOR THE POSITION WILL BE SUBJECT TO A REFERENCE CHECK AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK, WHERE APPLICABLE PLEASE INCLUDE ALL RELEVANT JOB INFORMATION ON THE APPLICATION FOR CONSIDERATION. ALL APPLICATIONS WILL BE PRESCREENED.

DJJ IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in in counseling or a related field from an accredited college or university or certification as an addiction counselor from the Georgia Addiction Counselors Association (GACA) or equivalent certification.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.