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SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELORThe GEO Group, Inc. • Colorado Springs, CO, United States
SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR

SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR

The GEO Group, Inc. • Colorado Springs, CO, United States
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Benefits Information

This position is expected to close November 28, 2025

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 :

    The Substance Abuse Counselor conducts and / or facilitates individual and group therapy sessions, to include drug and alcohol abuse cognitive programming, life skills, anger management and education / treatment for clients. May communicate directly with customers as required by contractual obligations. Utilizes and models principles of evidence-based practices in all interactions with clients.

    Primary Duties and Responsibilities

  • The Substance Abuse Counselor conducts and / or facilitates intakes, individual, group and family therapy sessions, classes and orientation, following Company curriculum and standards using principles of evidence-based practices.
  • Maintains accurate clinical documentation including intake summaries / assessments, individual / group notes, discharge summaries, treatment plans and updates. Updates therapeutic logs in a timely manner. Enters pertinent information into data systems.
  • The Substance Abuse Counselor 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.
  • The Substance Abuse Counselor attends regular clinical supervision meetings to ensure communication between team members and collaboration on case management.
  • Attends and participates in all staff meetings, workshops and trainings.
  • Familiar with various treatment models, including : Strategies for Self-Improvement and Change; Cognitive Therapy; Relapse Prevention; Family Therapy; and 12-Step Facilitation.
  • Familiar with working with resistive clients and manage difficult situations using de-escalation tactics.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Qualifications

    Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, counseling psychology. Masters degree in Counseling, Social worker or other behavioral Health field preferred
  • Certified Addictions Counselor II (CAC II) is required. Certified Addiction Counselor III or Licensed Addiction Counselor is preferred.
  • Three (3) years of experience in conducting group therapy sessions.
  • 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.
  • Valid state issued drivers license required
  • GEO Reentry Services, LLC.
  • Pay

    Pay USD $35.00 / Hr.

    Bonus (if applicable)

    $4000.00 Sign-On Bonus

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