CASE MANAGER

Job Description 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. 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:

• 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.

Responsibilities

Summary

This position is the direct provider of casework services to the Participants, including placement assessment, case planning, case management and interfacing with DAPO. The Case Manager to Participant caseload ratio shall not exceed 1 to 50, unless prior written approval is obtained from DRP.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides interactive services to the STOP participants.
• Conducts placement assessments with participants.
• Develops Case Management Plans (CMP) with participants.
• Develops and monitors the participant's progress relative to their Case Management Plan through all phases of the program.
• Makes appropriate referrals to outside agencies as necessary.
• Maintains progress notes in participant files.
• Keeps the AOR apprised of participant's progress.
• Develops discharge and aftercare plans.
• Documents participant case files and uploads required information according to GEO and CDCR standards.
• Conducts monthly CMP reviews and updates in collaboration with participants.
• Ensures implementation of the specific program treatment/intervention modality under the direction and supervision of the Clinical Supervisor.
• Manages and coordinates individual participant services through appropriate referrals and CBP program assignment.
• Collaborates with participant to identify a network that will support the participant's reintegration into the community.
• Assists, as directed, the Compliance Administrator and Clinical Supervisor in conducting and following up on community-based provider audits.
• Participates in all training provided for STOP staff; prepare schedules, reports, or other information required for the program and requested by the STOP Program Manager, Clinical Supervisor, Compliance Administrator and/or CDCR personnel.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or its equivalent and a minimum of three (3) years of experience working with criminal justice populations.
• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services or a related field is preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Possession of an Alcohol and Drug Counselor Certification recognized by the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) preferred.
• Understanding of a variety of models including cognitive behavioral therapy, theories of addiction and dynamics related to substance use and other criminogenic risk factors.
• Ability to recognize the importance of family, social networks, and community systems in the treatment and recovery process.
• Knowledge and the ability to comply with program documentation requirements, applicable ethical and professional standards of conduct.
• Ability to conduct assessments and/or evaluations, which serve as the basis for CBP placement.
• Ability to provide services appropriate to the personal and cultural identity and language of the participant.
• Ability to tailor program services to the Participant's stage of dependence, change, or recovery.
• Ability to appropriately use strategies from accepted and culturally appropriate models with participants with substance use and other criminogenic risk factors.
• Ability to establish rapport with participants including management of crisis situation and determination of need for additional professional assistance.
• Ability to facilitate the participant's engagement in the treatment and recovery process.
• Possession of the case management skills necessary to implement the case plan, consult as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, and assess ongoing treatment planning efficacy.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

GEO Reentry Services LLC.