The GEO Group·Moore Haven, Florida
The role involves assisting in the development, organization, and delivery of educational programs concerning drug and alcohol abuse conditions and problems. Primary duties include facilitating both individual and group counseling sessions and didactic educational presentations.
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Summary Assists in developing, organizing, and conducting programs to provide education for conditions and problems relating to drug and alcohol abuse. Conducts or assists in conducting individual and/or group counseling sessions and programs. Primary
Provides relevant Substance Abuse information for class curriculum. Facilitates and co-facilitates didactic educational presentations, group counseling, and individual counseling sessions. Selects and recommends new instructional materials and programs for use in the substance abuse program. Maintains knowledge of new developments in the field of substance abuse. Maintains a collegian relationship with other substance abuse professionals, programs, and associations. Completes required testing, assessment, and psychosocial history on incoming residents as required. Participates in related training for substance abuse. Performs other duties as assigned.
The facility provides a full range of correctional services including dental, medical and psychological services, education, and vocational training. Work and educational programs are designed to reduce recidivism and include academic and vocational education, vocational planning, substance abuse education, general counseling, life skills and transition planning.
Candidates must have graduated from an accredited college or university with a minimum Bachelor of Arts degree, preferably in human services or holding a Certified Associate Addiction Professional Licensure. Preference is given to experience within a correctional setting, along with working knowledge of the Twelve Step Programs.
Market context
Florida schools regularly seek classroom teachers, especially candidates who can lead instruction, plan lessons, and meet state certification and screening requirements. Competition often centers on classroom experience, subject fit, and readiness to complete Florida’s background check and education requirements. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your credentials and prepare examples of lesson planning and classroom management before applying.