MANAGER, SUBSTANCE ABUSE

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.

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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:

This position manages the staff and function of providing substance abuse counseling to the inmates of the facility. It provides treatment for conditions and problems relating to drug and alcohol abuse and approves the assessments and reviews provided by the facility's Substance Abuse Instructors. It may conduct individual and/or group counseling sessions and instructional programs.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Manages the staff and function of providing substance abuse counseling to the inmates of the facility. Performs the duties typically assigned to a manager including training, scheduling, performance reviews, and discipline. Completes and maintains accurate records or reports regarding the patients' histories and progress, services provided, or other required information. Counsels patients, individually or in group sessions, to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life, or making changes. Develops client treatment plans based on research, clinical experience, and client histories. Conducts chemical dependency program orientation sessions. Participates in case conferences or staff meetings. Coordinates counseling efforts with mental health professionals or other health professionals, such as doctors, nurses, or social workers. Reviews and evaluates patients' progress in relation to measurable goals described in treatment and care plans. Interviews patients, review records, and confers with other professionals to evaluate individuals' mental and physical condition and to determine their suitability for participation in a specific program. Plans or implements follow-up or aftercare programs for clients to be discharged from treatment programs. Assesses individuals' degree of drug dependency by collecting and analyzing urine samples. Intervenes as an advocate for clients or patients to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations. Attends training sessions to increase knowledge and skills. Modifies treatment plans to comply with changes in client status. Provides clients or family members with information about addiction issues and about available services or programs, making appropriate referrals when necessary. Coordinates activities with courts, probation officers, community services, or other post-treatment agencies. Develops, implements, or evaluates public education, prevention, or health promotion programs, working in collaboration with organizations, institutions, or communities. Instructs others in program methods, procedures, or functions. Trains or provides guidance to Substance Abuse staff. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Minimum Requirements:

Certification as a Certified Addiction Professional (CAP) as defined by the State's Certification Board. Licensed as a Licensed Independent Substance Abuse Counselor (LISAC) by the state in which the work is performed. Two (2) years of experience in a Substance Abuse Counselor. Demonstrated experience in managing a substance abuse function. Previous supervisory experience. Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department. GEO Secured Services