Treatment Counselor, Community Corrections
Company: CoreCivic
Location: La Mesa
Posted on: June 21, 2022
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Job Description:
At CoreCivic, we do more than manage residents, we care for
people. CoreCivic is currently seeking Treatment Counselors in our
Community Corrections residential treatment program. We are seeking
individuals who have a passion for making lasting changes in the
lives of people, as we set the standards of care in the industry.
This is your opportunity to make a satisfying career even more
rewarding. The Treatment Counselor implements one on one and group
substance abuse counseling services to residents assigned to the
treatment program. The successful candidate should be able to
perform ALL of the following functions at a pace and level of
performance consistent with the actual job performance
requirements.Interviews and assesses prospective program
participants, and gathers data using appropriate screening and
assessment instruments. Establishes rapport with participants and
determines individual and group needs based on results of screening
and assessment instruments and other collateral sources.Facilitates
individual and group treatment interventions, in accordance with
CoreCivic partner agencies, and prevailing state regulations,
statutes, policies and procedures. Uses standardized offender
assessment information in developing treatment plans or specific
programs.Facilitates participant engagement in the treatment
process, promoting positive attitudes, skills, coping mechanisms to
encourage on-going recovery. Plans participant incentives and uses
appropriate therapeutic tools to manage behavioral issues or
concerns.Maintains the confidentiality of clinical files for each
participant to include, but not limited to, intake documents,
assessment(s), and interview(s), treatment plan, treatment plan
reviews, progress notes, discharge summary, and referrals,
according to written protocols and in compliance with prevailing
laws and regulation(s).Documents and tracks treatment plans,
monitors residents progress and reviews status of residents to
verify that treatment and therapeutic programs are
completed.Prepares evaluation/transition plans five (5) days prior
to resident s release from program.More about
CoreCivic!Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee with over 70
facilities nationwide, CoreCivic is the leader in partnership
corrections with a growing presence in: CoreCivic Safety, We
operate safe, secure facilities that provide high quality services
and effective reentry programs that enhance public safety;CoreCivic
Properties, We offer innovative and flexible real estate solutions
that provide value to the government and the people they
serve;CoreCivic Community, We deliver proven and innovative
practices in settings that help people obtain employment,
successfully reintegrate into society and keep communities safe.
With opportunities in correctional security, education, and
healthcare, CoreCivic has a position that's perfect for you. Each
CoreCivic facility is like a small town. Our correctional
facilities feature kitchens, dining halls, places of worship,
classrooms, vocational training centers, health care clinics,
recreational areas, housing units, administrative offices and more.
Working together, we provide hundreds of services and perform
countless tasks every day. Teamwork is a way of life for CoreCivic
employees and how we are able to provide the industry's highest
quality safety and security around the clock.CoreCivic offers a
comprehensive benefits package that includes Health, Dental,
Vision, Life, PTO, Paid Holidays, 401(k) with company match and
paid training! Qualifications: High School diploma, GED
certification or equivalent is required. Registrationwith an
accredited Certification board is requiredMustpossess or obtain an
Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Counselor Certification by
anaccredited certifying organization within one (1) year of hire
date. Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.A
valid driver's license is required. CoreCivic is a Drug-Free
Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran.
Keywords: CoreCivic, La Mesa , Treatment Counselor, Community Corrections, Other , La Mesa, California
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