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The GEO Group

SUBSTANCE ABUSE INSTRUCTOR

South Bay, FL · On-site

$18.56/hr

Provides relevant substance abuse and cognitive behavior information in a classroom-like environment. * Facilitates and co-facilitates educational presentations and group counseling on substance ...

The GEO Group

SUBSTANCE ABUSE INSTRUCTOR

South Bay, FL · On-site

$18.56/hr

Provides relevant substance abuse and cognitive behavior information in a classroom-like environment. * Facilitates and co-facilitates educational presentations and group counseling on substance ...

The GEO Group

MANAGER, SUBSTANCE ABUSE

Golden Valley, AZ · On-site

$74K/yr

It provides treatment for conditions and problems relating to drug and alcohol abuse and approves the assessments and reviews provided by the facility's Substance Abuse Instructors. It may conduct ...

The GEO Group

MANAGER, SUBSTANCE ABUSE

Golden Valley, AZ · On-site

$74K/yr

It provides treatment for conditions and problems relating to drug and alcohol abuse and approves the assessments and reviews provided by the facility's Substance Abuse Instructors. It may conduct ...

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SUBSTANCE ABUSE INSTRUCTOR

South Bay, FL • On-site

The GEO Group
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$18.56/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago

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Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

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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:
  • 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
This position organizes and facilitates programs to provide education for conditions and problems relating to drug and alcohol abuse and cognitive behavior.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
  • Provides relevant substance abuse and cognitive behavior information in a classroom-like environment.
  • Facilitates and co-facilitates educational presentations and group counseling on substance abuse and cognitive behavior matters.
  • Reviews and recommends instructional materials and programs for use in the substance abuse cognitive behavior programs.
  • Maintains knowledge of new developments in the field of substance abuse and cognitive behavior.
  • Maintains professional relationships with other substance abuse professionals, programs, and associations.
  • Participates in related training for substance abuse and cognitive behavior.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent certification required. Bachelor's degree in a related area preferred.
  • Ability to obtain certification in Thinking for Change (T4C) within the three (3) months of employment.
  • Relevant teaching or counseling experience in a correctional setting preferred.
  • Working knowledge of the Twelve Step Program of Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous.
  • Ability to interact in a professional manner in both individual and group counseling settings.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work with a team of professionals and have the ability to implement team strategy approaches to work assignments.
  • Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

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