What are the responsibilities and job description for the CASE MANAGER I position at GEO Reentry Services, LLC?
Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including:
* Paid Time Off | * Paid Holidays |
* 401(k) 401(k) Matching | * Health Insurance |
* Vision Insurance | * Life Insurance |
* Health Savings Account | * Tuition Reimbursement |
* Employee Discount | * Reduced Tuition Rates |
* Disability Insurance | * Employee Assistance Program |
* Flexible Spending Account | * Pet Insurance |
* Dental Insurance | * Paid Training |
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
Summary
Under close supervision, provide support and structure to residents in developing program plans. Control and secure facility and residents, and operate within legal constraints and contract agency stipulations.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- May perform all duties of Monitor I.
- Prepare written personalized program for each resident to establish measurable criteria of expected behavior and accomplishments and a time frame for achieving specified goals. Review plan with residents on a regular basis and document progress and/or revisions.
- Assist residents to establish personal budget, locate suitable housing, enroll in educational and vocational programs and participate in family and community activities, as appropriate, to ensure that they are working towards financial independence.
- Monitor facility sanitation and safety. Assign daily housekeeping chores to residents to comply with facility standards.
- May orient residents upon arrival at facility to provide smooth assimilation into program (e.g., have resident complete paperwork, take on facility tour, introduce to other residents, etc.).
- Make entries into confidential resident files to provide the structure for case analysis and program planning and to provide documentation of program participation. Ensure files are secure to protect resident confidentiality.
- Verify residents' jobs to ensure residents' employment is suitable under established program plan. Counsel with unemployed residents by providing guidance in obtaining employment in cooperation with the Job Developer.
- Verify residents' movement according to contract, so that the resident is accountable for his/her whereabouts in the community.
- Prepare terminal/discharge report within established time parameters upon resident release to summarize program performance and to satisfy contract requirements.
- Participate in staff meetings by sharing observations and recommendations regarding the facility, residents and staff relations to identify and solve problems and function as a unified team.
- Maintain confidentiality obtained through job duties regarding employees, vendors, residents, outside agencies, etc., so that sensitive information is only given on a "need to know" basis.
- Comply with policies and work rules as described in the company Employee Handbook and the Facility Policies and Procedures Manual, including directives of managers and supervisors in a cooperative spirit to ensure conformance to company standards.
- Adhere to attendance policy; be available for all shifts; work overtime as required; to ensure adequate coverage of the program and to ensure the safety and security of the residents.
- Comply with Facility safety rules; take appropriate corrective action to ensure work is performed in a safe manner and without injury to self or others.
- Communicate effectively with all levels of staff in a manner that promotes a team spirit and a sense of cooperation.
- Write clear, concise reports in English using correct grammar. Add, subtract, multiply, divide, and calculate percentages.
- Ability to effectively interface with residents and staff; supervise residents and possibly other staff; react quickly and appropriately in an emergency situation.
- Other duties, as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
- Associates or bachelor's degree OR
- High school diploma or GED and one (1) year of experience as a Monitor I; OR
- High school diploma or GED and (2) years directly related job experience (corrections, case management, counseling, therapeutic environment).
- Must have a valid driver's license.
GEO Reentry Services LLC.
The GEO Group is an equal opportunity employer. Geo will recruit, hire, train, promote, and ensure that all other personnel actions are administered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetics, protected veteran status, and disability, or other category protected by law, and we will ensure that all employment decisions are based only on valid job requirements. As a federal government contractor, it is GEO's policy to take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment minorities, females, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. GEO will also provide reasonable accommodation to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified employee or applicant for employment, unless the accommodation would impose undue hardship on the operation of our business.
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