Substance Abuse Associate Jobs in Rio Rancho, NM

Schedule: 24hrs/weekly on-site in Bernalillo, NM

Position Overview

The Group Facilitator is responsible for the delivery of structured psychoeducational programming within a correctional facility setting, including but not limited to anger management, life skills, parenting, and cognitive-behavioral groups designed to reduce recidivism and improve behavioral outcomes. This role operates within a secure correctional environment and works collaboratively with custody and healthcare staff to maintain safety and program integrity.

Essential Duties

Conduct structured psychoeducational group session including anger management, life skills, parenting education, substance abuse education, and relapse prevention

Deliver curriculum-based programming

Collect and track outcomes data (attendance, completion rates, behavioral improvements)

Adapt materials to accommodate varying literacy and learning levels

Document participant engagement and behavioral observation

Deliver programming using trauma-informed approaches

Minimum Education/Experience Requirements

Preferred - Associates or Bachelors degree in Behavioral Health, Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or related field  

Required - Minimum one (1) year experience in a correctional setting, community mental health, or substance use settings  

Experience facilitating structured groups

Experience working with justice-involved populations

Additional Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Competencies

Clear and effective verbal and written communication with all coworkers, supervisors, jail administration, and patients

Excellent verbal and written comprehension

Excellent deductive reasoning and problem-solving abilities

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to use a computer and use/learn a variety of software, including site-specific computer programs

Ability to respect the dignity and confidentiality of inmates

Employment Requirements

Must maintain all certifications, educational requirements, licensing, etc. for this position

Must have current CPR/BLS certification

Must have current TB test (taken within one year)

Must adhere to all facility policies and procedures as well as the policies and procedures listed in the Employee Handbook

Willing to assist coworkers in the job duties and work overtime if required; may act as a resource to other coworkers

Maintains confidentiality, dignity, and security of health records and protected health information in compliance with HIPAA requirements

Security Requirements

Must undergo security training and orientation on facility safety policies and procedures

Physical/Mental Requirements

This position routinely requires (but is not limited to) the following:

Ability to both remain stationary and move/traverse throughout the facility, including up and down flights of stairs

Ability to position oneself in different spaces

Ability to convey and discern information in a conversation, frequently communicate with patients; must be able to exchange accurate information.

Ability to identify and detect objects and assess situations from a variety of distances

Ability to stay calm in stressful and demanding situations

Work Environment

Work is performed inside a correctional facility. Employees are exposed to some level of risk and/or harm by inmates including exposure to blood borne pathogens. Employee is expected to work in accordance with all security rules and regulations to minimize the risk of danger and/or harm to themselves or other employees.

Other

Employee must comply with all current and future State, Federal, and Local laws and regulations, court orders, Administrative Directives and standards and policies and procedures of the site where assigned, including those of professional organizations such as ACA, NCCHC, etc. Employee must treat every other member of the CorrHealth team, all correctional personnel, all inmates and third parties in the facility with the proper dignity and respect. Actions or communications that are inappropriate or degrading will not be tolerated.

Must be able to pass a background check and pre-employment drug test (as applicable).