Housing coordinator

Benefits Information

A high number of candidates may make applications for this position, so make sure to send your CV and application through as soon as possible.

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

The Recovery Reentry Residential Housing (RRH) Placement Coordinator assists participants with transitional programming to include mental health, transitional housing and general counseling needs while developing and coordinating reentry programs to ensure continuity of care for the participant and facilitate services for participants with housing needs.

The Recovery Reentry Residential Housing Placement Coordinator identifies, organizes, maintains and disseminates housing information conducive to long term recovery, and stable housing (e.

g. shared, supportive, subsidized, clean and sober, moderate income housing, etc.).

• Locates market-rate housing opportunities such as Craigslist and / or other sources.
• The Recovery Reentry Residential Housing Placement Coordinator mentors the participant in disclosing appropriate information regarding past convictions and / or parole status when attempting to secure housing.
• Creates housing and placement plans with each participant based on his / her goals and needs related to housing.
• The Recovery Reentry Residential Housing Placement Coordinator provides referrals to community housing and related resources.
• Follows up with the participant regarding housing applications submittals and other aspects of their search.
• The Recovery Reentry Residential Housing Placement Coordinator ensures participants adhere to all rules and requirements of Transitional House.
• Prepares for and facilitates weekly housing meetings to share current opportunities to help participants complete housing applications and provide information identifying practices of a good tenant.
• The Recovery Reentry Residential Housing Placement Coordinator oversees transitional housing in the community to ensure the facilities are in compliance contract requirements.
• Complies with work rules and policies.
• Communicates effectively with all levels of staff in a manner that promotes a team spirit and a sense of cooperation.
• May perform all duties of Case Manager.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• The Recovery Reentry Residential Housing Placement Coordinator complies with facility safety rules and takes appropriate corrective action to ensure work is performed in a safe manner.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a social or behavioral science program from an accredited college or university.
• Three (3) years related work experience.
• Knowledge of current management techniques.
• Familiar with the correctional system and current correctional policies.
• Ability to conduct individual counseling sessions and facilitate small groups, and interface with outside agencies.
• Ability to write clear concise reports in English using correct grammar.
• Must be able to react quickly and appropriately in an emergency situation.
• Bilingual in English / Spanish preferred, but not mandatory.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

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Last updated : 2024-10-03