CASE MANAGER

The GEO Group
Baton Rouge, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/18/2024 CLOSED ON 11/24/2024

What are the responsibilities and job description for the CASE MANAGER position at The GEO Group?

Benefits Information

***Hiring With a Sign On Bonus Payable in Quarterly Installments***

 

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

Under close supervision, this position provides support and structure to participants in developing program plans by managing a caseload of participants cases and administering the policies and procedures of the program as directed by the contracting agency and the Program Director.  Learns, uses and models the principles of the “What Works” system through evidence-based practices in all interactions with participants and other staff members. 

 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

  • Prepares written personalized programs for each participant to establish measurable criteria of expected behavior and accomplishments and a time frame for achieving specified goals.
  • Reviews plan with participants on a weekly basis and document progress or revisions so that they are gaining the life skills necessary to make a successful re-entry into the community.
  • Assists participants to establish personal budget, locate suitable housing, enroll in educational and vocational programs and participate in family and community activities, as appropriate, to ensure that they are working towards financial independence.
  • May orient participants upon arrival at facility to provide smooth assimilation into program including having them complete paperwork, take facility tours, or introduce to other participants.
  • Make entries into confidential participant files to provide the structure for case analysis and program planning and to provide documentation of program participation. Ensure files are secure to protect participant confidentiality.
  • Verifies participants' pass plan through pass sponsorship according to contract so that the participant is accountable for his/her whereabouts in the community.
  • Prepares terminal reports within established time parameters upon participant release to summarize program performance and to satisfy contract requirements.
  • Participates in staff meetings by sharing observations and recommendations regarding the facility, participants and staff relations to identify and solve problems and function as a unified team.
  • Maintains confidentiality obtained through job duties regarding employees, vendors, participants, and outside agencies so that sensitive information is only given on a "need to know" basis.
  • Monitors participant’s compliance with alcohol and drug counseling when required.
  • Reports all program violations to the appropriate agency or official via the established reporting parameters.
  • Conducts orientation meetings with new participants to explain program rules and regulations. Verbally explains the participant’s contract in detail to ensure that the participant understands his/her responsibilities.  Installs electronic monitoring equipment on new participants when necessary.
  • Sets participants schedules and specifies all approved activities based on sentencing information. Approves temporary schedule changes for approved activities.
  • Communicate effectively with all levels of staff in a manner that promotes a team spirit and a sense of cooperation.
  • Complies with work rules and policies as explained in the company Employee Handbook, and the Facility Policies and Procedures Manual; and responds positively to directives from managers and supervisors in a cooperative spirit to ensure conformance to standards.
  • Adheres to attendance policy; work overtime as required, to ensure adequate coverage of the program and to ensure the safety and security of the participants.
  • Complies with safety rules; take appropriate corrective action to ensure work is performed in a safe manner and without injury to self or others.
  • Communicates effectively with all levels of staff in a manner that promotes a team spirit and a sense of cooperation.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Criminal Justice, or a related field, required.
  • Familiar with community corrections systems and current community corrections practices. Familiar with community work force needs, public and private agencies and employment services.
  • Ability to write clear concise reports in English using correct grammar.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and calculate percentages.
  • 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.

GEO Reentry Services LLC.

Pay

Pay USD $21.00/Hr.

Bonus (if applicable)

$2,500.00 Sign-On Bonus

Salary : $21

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