SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR Job at The GEO Group, Reading, PA

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  • The GEO Group
  • Reading, PA

Job Description

Benefits Information:

*** We are hiring with a sign on bonus, payable in quarterly installments***
Shift & Schedule: This is a full time role, there is a weekend rotation for our counselors

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:

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:

Minimum Requirements

A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college with a major in chemical dependency, psychology, social work, counseling, or related field and one (1) year clinical experience in a health or human service agency, OR
An Associate Degree form an accredited college with a major in chemical dependency, psychology, social work, counseling, nursing, or related field and two (2) years clinical experience in health or human service agency.
Knowledge of the field of addictions or mental health counseling preferred.
Required skills include: time management and organizational skills.
Ability to adhere to strict deadlines.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work overtime as requested by supervisor.
Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

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.

Pay: Pay USD $25.00/Hr. Bonus (if applicable): $2500 Sign On Bonus

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Worldwide, Relocation package, Flexible hours, Shift work, Weekend work,

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