Substance abuse counselor - united states, pago pago
facility: rs luzerne county pa em drc
salary: $37,000
bonus (if applicable):
h&w: n/a this position is eligible to receive a health & welfare benefit rate per hour on all hours paid up to 40 hours per week and not to exceed 2,080 hours per year.
shift:
benefits: full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package for an energized workforce with options for you and your family including:
• paid time off • paid holidays • 401(k)• 401(k) matching • health insurance • dental insurance
• vision insurance • life insurance • flexible spending account
• health savings account • tuition reimbursement • reduced tuition rates
• employee discount • employee assistance program • pet insurance
• disability insurance • paid training • other benefits available
equal opportunity employer.
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:
at geo, we believe that diversity in our workforce and the inclusion of a variety of views, perspectives, and backgrounds are integral parts of our company's success.we believe that work is more than a place you go 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.job summary:
conducts and/or facilitates individual and group therapy sessions, which may include drug and alcohol abuse, sex offender, and domestic violence and mental health treatment, and classes, which may include cognitive, educational, ged, life skills, anger management, parenting and employment readiness skills, to provide education and treatment for clients. may communicate directly with customers as required by contractual obligations. learns, uses and models principles of the “what works” system through evidence-based practices in all interactions with clients and other staff members.essential duties and responsibilities include the following. other duties may be assigned.
conducts and/or facilitates intakes, individual, group and family therapy sessions, classes and orientation, following company curriculum and standards using principles of the “what works” system.maintains accurate clinical documentation including intake summaries, group notes, discharge summaries, treatment plans and updates. updates therapeutic logs in a timely manner. enters pertinent information into company database.conducts risks/needs assessments and creates individual treatment plans for each assigned client.communicates relevant, accurate and adequate information regarding clients’ needs/concerns/issues to supervisor and other appropriate parties.may communicate client status/updates to customers as required by contract.attends regular clinical supervision meeting to ensure communication between team members and collaboration on case management.attends and participates in all staff meetings, workshops and trainings.participates in daily office operations, such as client check-ins and monitoring client urinalysis, as needed to meet the needs of the program.may carry a client caseload.supervisory responsibilities:
no supervisory responsibilities.minimum requirements
bachelor’s degree in psychology or human services discipline requiredcadc substance abuse certification or ability to become certified within 1 year, required.three years experience in conducting group therapy sessions preferred.excellent oral and written communication skills.good interpersonal skills.teaching, presentation and group facilitation skills.good organizational skills.may be required to have a solid knowledge of and ability to perform mental health assessments.knowledge of clinical file maintenance.in-depth knowledge of substance abuse therapy.ability to deal with resistive clients and manage difficult situations.de-escalation skills.equal opportunity employer
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