Violent Crime Reduction Instructor

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

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:

• We believe that work is more than a place you go to 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 Violent Crime Reduction (VCR) Instructor is responsible for delivering group programming designed to promote offender accountability, reduce violent behavior, and support long-term behavior change. The instructor facilitates structured 90-minute group sessions using participant workbooks, group flash cards. This role includes guiding participants through structured development of non-violent problem-solving skills. The instructor will also complete individual case plans, maintain accurate documentation, and contribute to a safe and supportive group environment.

 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• The Violent Crime Reduction Instructor facilitates violent-crime reduction groups of approximately 15 participants using evidence-based curriculum.
• Challenges belief systems that support abusive or violent behavior and promotes prosocial alternatives.
• The Violent Crime Reduction Instructor counsels’ participants concerning their behavior, past and personal problems.
• Maintains a safe, structured, and accountable group environment.
• The Violent Crime Reduction Instructor collaborates with correctional staff, clinical teams, and other program facilitators as needed.
• Participates in ongoing training, quality assurance reviews, and supervision.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five (5) years of experience working in a correctional, rehabilitative, or criminal justice experience.
  
• Experience with Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) or similar de-escalation training preferred.
• Experience in cognitive-behavioral programming, conflict resolution, or violence prevention preferred.
• Experience facilitating groups or providing structured programming in a secure environment.
• Strong communication, de-escalation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow structured curriculum and maintain fidelity to evidence-based models.
• Ability to manage group dynamics and maintain safety in a correctional environment.
  

GEO Secured Services

Pay: Pay USD $68,681.60/Yr.