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Responsibilities
Summary
The Programs Specialist is responsible for providing administrative and program coordination for detainee services to include counseling, education, religious, and/or other services.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
The Programs Specialist assists the Programs Manager with evaluating and preparing detailed performance reports in the review of correctional program areas for compliance.
Evaluates programs for the detainee population and coordinates programming with correctional program partners.
The Programs Specialist partners with Security to evaluate detainee idleness and coordinates the implementation of programs.
Provides information and referrals on internal programs and procedures for accessing such programs (i.e., religious and educational programs, medical/mental health care).
The Programs Specialist assists with identifying service gaps within correctional programs and provides recommendations to enhance or improve facility programming.
Maintains complete and accurate documentation of detainees participating in programs. Develops and submits accurate and timely status reports (i.e., non-compliance/completion letters) to Programs Manager.
May assist Religious Services Administrator coordinating volunteer background checks and ensures volunteer compliance with security requirements.
Interacts regularly with recreational staff in the development of additional programs.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
High school diploma or GED certification required.
Two (2) years’ experience in social services or related field.
Prior experience working with a detainee population is highly desirable.
Excellent organization, communication (both written and verbal), and interpersonal skills required.
Ability to understand and carry out moderately complex oral and written instructions; make minor decisions in accordance with rules and regulations as they apply to work problems.
Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.
GEO Secured Services
Summary
The Programs Specialist is responsible for providing administrative and program coordination for detainee services to include counseling, education, religious, and/or other services.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
The Programs Specialist assists the Programs Manager with evaluating and preparing detailed performance reports in the review of correctional program areas for compliance.
Evaluates programs for the detainee population and coordinates programming with correctional program partners.
The Programs Specialist partners with Security to evaluate detainee idleness and coordinates the implementation of programs.
Provides information and referrals on internal programs and procedures for accessing such programs (i.e., religious and educational programs, medical/mental health care).
The Programs Specialist assists with identifying service gaps within correctional programs and provides recommendations to enhance or improve facility programming.
Maintains complete and accurate documentation of detainees participating in programs. Develops and submits accurate and timely status reports (i.e., non-compliance/completion letters) to Programs Manager.
May assist Religious Services Administrator coordinating volunteer background checks and ensures volunteer compliance with security requirements.
Interacts regularly with recreational staff in the development of additional programs.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
High school diploma or GED certification required.
Two (2) years’ experience in social services or related field.
Prior experience working with a detainee population is highly desirable.
Excellent organization, communication (both written and verbal), and interpersonal skills required.
Ability to understand and carry out moderately complex oral and written instructions; make minor decisions in accordance with rules and regulations as they apply to work problems.
Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.
GEO Secured Services
