Overview CASE MANAGER, TRANSITIONAL (CoC) role at The GEO Group, Inc.
Overview of the position and the organization are provided in this posting.
Responsibilities Participates in appropriate training for designated responsibilities.
Utilizes GEO’s proprietary electronic case management system “GEOtrack” to record case management notes, track inmate progress with programmatic needs, transition services and final discharge planning with the Continuum of Care team.
Develops detailed knowledge of those assigned to a specific caseload. Ensures academic, vocational, evidence-based programming, support services and transition needs are addressed through the case management plan.
Develops transition plans in conjunction with inmates and makes appropriate linkages to community resources prior to release.
Conducts individual and group cognitive behavioral treatment sessions as needed.
Establishes relationships with a statewide network of community-based service providers that address inmates’ needs and works with released inmates to eliminate barriers to successful reintegration.
Engages community resources to work with released inmates, emphasizing the critical first months after release and connects community resources and pro-social contacts with inmates prior to release (via telephone or facility visits).
Works to ensure inmates obtain eligible benefits and proper identification prior to release.
Maintains timely communication and follow-up with state personnel in the best interest of the inmate and successful reintegration.
Invites community-based providers to participate in resource fairs at the facility.
Gains an understanding of public-domain services such as the National Institute of Corrections, National Re-Entry Resource Center, and FDIC MoneySmart program.
Reviews opportunities to transition inmates into their communities through community-based services such as transition centers and community residential centers.
Attends scheduled staff meetings and promotes communication and the proper flow of relevant information between admission, staff and inmates.
Compiles statistical data as needed for reporting purposes.
Communicates effectively and coherently to administration, staff, inmates, visitors, and the general public, particularly in situations requiring tact, diplomacy, understanding, fairness, firmness and good judgment.
Maintains appropriate documentation of inmate contacts as detailed in agency procedures.
Performs other related marginal duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications Minimum Requirements High school diploma or equivalent certification required. Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, sociology, or a closely related field is desirable.
Two (2) years of experience working in a correctional setting required.
Possess or develop a thorough understanding of the Principles of Effective Intervention that empirical evidence demonstrates reduces recidivism.
Ability to work with a team of professionals and implement team-based approaches to work assignments.
Flexible, cooperative, and empathetic to the needs of staff and inmates.
Ability to prepare written reports; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and learn facility rules, regulations, and security procedures.
Ability to work with computers and the software typically used by the department.
Benefits 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
Employment details Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Other
Industries: Security and Investigations
Equal Opportunity Employer