Program Director

Benefits Information
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• Other Benefits Available
Equal Opportunity Employer.
Responsibilities
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.

Summary
The Program Director provides oversight of the Psychological and Medical Services Program to the Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles (ABPP). Maintains good customer relations, develops new business opportunities, monitors adherence to budgets, and ensure contract compliance. Learns, uses and models principles of the "What Works" system through evidence-based practices in all interactions with clients and other staff members.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversees the implementation of all operational service provision and documentation functions for this contract.
• Ensures that programs function in a manner that satisfies contractual obligations.
• Develops timely accurate reports on the status of program operations for customers and executive management.
• Monitors programmatic systems and procedures to achieve and maintain optimal effectiveness of operational programs.
• Works to achieve continual improvement in customer service and outcomes.
• Develops policies that enhance the professional development of the staff.
• Develops and approves recommendations for annual operational budgets in conjunction with appropriate administrators.
• Distributes resources appropriately to attain program goals.
• Develops staffing plans that are compatible with program budgets and goals.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Company policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Maintains on-gong communication with customers to develop and enhance positive relationships and promote Company products and services.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Minimum Requirements

• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in Health and Human Services and two (2) years as an administrator or supervisor preferably within a correctional or residential program and possess one of the following certifications:
  • Qualified Substance Abuse Professional (QSAP I) or
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
• Five (5) years of professional experience in substance abuse and/or mental health treatment.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.
• Preference given to experience within a correctional setting.
• Ability to interact in a professional manner in both individual and group counseling settings.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with a team of professionals and have the ability to implement team strategy approaches to work assignments.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

GEO Reentry Services LLC.
Facility Overview
GEO Reentry Services offers correctional agencies in-custody treatment programs for individuals nearing the end of their jail or prison sentences. Starting treatment before they are released back into the community facilitates consistency in treatment and helps individuals be better prepared for their transition to the community. By assessing an individual's risk and needs and initiating programming while in prison, the transition to a community-based program is seamless and behavior change is expedited.