Employment Specialist - BOP - Springfield
Job DescriptionFamily Guidance Centers,Inc.
(FGC), a not-for-profit behavioral healthcare organization, treats andprevents substance use disorder, as well as an array of other related problems.
Since 1969, FGC's comprehensive programming has educated and guided individualstoward their full potential as productive members within their own families andour society.
$1,000 Sign-on Bonus 1st $500:
After 3 months of employment 2nd $500:
After 6 months of employment Must pass a federal background check and drug screening as a requirement.
Essential Duties:
Develops and coordinates reentry programs/trainings to ensure job placement and employment opportunities for these residents whom may need these special servicesDevelops, coordinates and implements job readiness, linkages and job placement services for the criminal justice population that includes but limited to sex offenders, individuals with complex medical and mental health concerns and female offenders Promote family involvement in the program planning process to eliminate any potential barriers to job placement or readiness programsProvide resident training classes in job seeking and job readiness skillsProvide money management skill instruction to residentsParticipates and attends Program Review Team meetings, providing employment input on each residentAssist the Program Manager with and maintaining telephone and in-person contact with Institution Reentry Affairs CoordinatorsAssist the Case Manager with resident program planning and resident weekly and bi-weekly reviewsOther duties assignedWork Schedule:
Monday - Friday (7:
00a - 3:
30p)Start Date:
ASAPWork Location:
120 N.
11th St, Springfield, ILFamily Guidance Centers, Inc.
is a Drug Free Environment (including THC and/or CBD) and an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Experience and SkillsEducation and/or
Experience:
Bachelor degree (or higher) in Addiction Counseling, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Counseling, or a closely related curriculum, from an accredited institution requiredCertification, Licensed, Registrations:
Licensure is not required; State of Illinois LPC, LSW, LCSW, or LCPC encouraged to applyMinimum Bachelor of Science degree in Social Work or Behavioral Science related discipline from an accredited Institution.
Masters in Social Work preferred.
LSW/LCSW preferred but not mandatory.
Minimum one year of experience working in the social service field in relevant position.
Criminal justice/related field experience preferred.
Valid Illinois driver's license and insurance.
Must provide copies of driver's license.
The employee will be required to travel, driving their own vehicle.
Job BenefitsOur organization values each employee and works to provide a comprehensive benefit package (health, dental, vision, and life insurance), 401k pension plans, vacation time, sick time, and personal days.
We also offer paid holidays, free parking at designated locations, opportunities for advancement, and more.
Recommended Skills Behavioural Science Criminal Justice Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Lcsw) Licensed Professional Counselor (Lpc) Money Management Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
(FGC), a not-for-profit behavioral healthcare organization, treats andprevents substance use disorder, as well as an array of other related problems.
Since 1969, FGC's comprehensive programming has educated and guided individualstoward their full potential as productive members within their own families andour society.
$1,000 Sign-on Bonus 1st $500:
After 3 months of employment 2nd $500:
After 6 months of employment Must pass a federal background check and drug screening as a requirement.
Essential Duties:
Develops and coordinates reentry programs/trainings to ensure job placement and employment opportunities for these residents whom may need these special servicesDevelops, coordinates and implements job readiness, linkages and job placement services for the criminal justice population that includes but limited to sex offenders, individuals with complex medical and mental health concerns and female offenders Promote family involvement in the program planning process to eliminate any potential barriers to job placement or readiness programsProvide resident training classes in job seeking and job readiness skillsProvide money management skill instruction to residentsParticipates and attends Program Review Team meetings, providing employment input on each residentAssist the Program Manager with and maintaining telephone and in-person contact with Institution Reentry Affairs CoordinatorsAssist the Case Manager with resident program planning and resident weekly and bi-weekly reviewsOther duties assignedWork Schedule:
Monday - Friday (7:
00a - 3:
30p)Start Date:
ASAPWork Location:
120 N.
11th St, Springfield, ILFamily Guidance Centers, Inc.
is a Drug Free Environment (including THC and/or CBD) and an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Experience and SkillsEducation and/or
Experience:
Bachelor degree (or higher) in Addiction Counseling, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Counseling, or a closely related curriculum, from an accredited institution requiredCertification, Licensed, Registrations:
Licensure is not required; State of Illinois LPC, LSW, LCSW, or LCPC encouraged to applyMinimum Bachelor of Science degree in Social Work or Behavioral Science related discipline from an accredited Institution.
Masters in Social Work preferred.
LSW/LCSW preferred but not mandatory.
Minimum one year of experience working in the social service field in relevant position.
Criminal justice/related field experience preferred.
Valid Illinois driver's license and insurance.
Must provide copies of driver's license.
The employee will be required to travel, driving their own vehicle.
Job BenefitsOur organization values each employee and works to provide a comprehensive benefit package (health, dental, vision, and life insurance), 401k pension plans, vacation time, sick time, and personal days.
We also offer paid holidays, free parking at designated locations, opportunities for advancement, and more.
Recommended Skills Behavioural Science Criminal Justice Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Lcsw) Licensed Professional Counselor (Lpc) Money Management Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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