Group Counselor- Racine

This is a Part-Time direct service position provides facilitation of cognitive interventions groups. These groups will use the Thinking for a Change- curriculum. Collaboration with other staff, supervisors, and agents is vital and communication must be maintained. The person in this position must demonstrate professional conduct and respect for each client, maintaining confidentiality and high ethical standards. This is vital to uphold the pursuit of our mission: To conceive and develop effective interventions, which will enable individuals to avoid unnecessary levels of incarceration, enhance community safety and provide a setting that facilitates treatment and the reduction of recidivism.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Complete and maintain accurate records of progress, services provided, treatment plan, and other required information.
• Counsel clients in group sessions, using the approved curriculum.
• Evaluate client participation by monitoring behavior, attitude, and progress.
• Report safety and security concerns to the appropriate party.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent observational skills and ability to perform job duties with limited supervision.
• Excellent organizational skills; detail minded.
• Knowledge of group dynamics, including group facilitation training.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to enforce rules and set discipline in a non-punitive fashion.
• Ability to make good judgments in routine and emergency situations.

REQUIRED LICENSE & TRAINING

• Certified training in group facilitation techniques.
• Certified training in T4C curriculum (must possess the proper certification for the locations services will be provided).
• Attend DOC training in the approved site specific Cognitive Behavioral Based Program- Thinking for a Change Group Services curriculum.
• At least 2 years of experience in facilitating cognitive behavioral programming.
• At least 2 years of experience working with correctional clients.

Education & Work Experience

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in human services, criminal justice, or related field.
• 2 years experience facilitating cognitive based programming.
• 2 years experience working with correctional clients from diverse backgrounds.
• Knowledge of Thinking for a Change curriculum and group dynamics.
• Computer proficient in Microsoft Office, email, and internet.
• Interact with employees, clients and agents in an effective manner while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Ability to maintain the utmost confidentiality of all agency information.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action

ATTIC Correctional Services, Inc. is in compliance with applicable state and federal statutes and regulations relating to nondiscrimination in employment and service delivery. No otherwise qualified person shall be excluded from employment, be denied the benefits of employment or otherwise be subject to discrimination in employment in any manner on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin or ancestry, disability or association with a person with a disability, arrest or conviction record, sexual orientation, marital status or pregnancy, political belief, or affiliation, military participation, or use or non use of lawful products off the employers premises during working hours. All employees are expected to support goals and programmatic activities relating to nondiscrimination in employment. No otherwise qualified applicant for service or service participant shall be excluded from participation, be denied benefits, or otherwise be subject to discrimination in any manner on the basis of race, color, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, disability or association with a person with a disability. Under the Food Stamp Act and USDA policy, discrimination is prohibited also on the basis of religion, political beliefs or affiliation. This policy covers eligibility for the access to service delivery, and treatment in all of our programs and activities.

As a Federal Contractor, ACS supports Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 which prohibits discrimination of qualified individuals with disabilities, and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 which prohibits discrimination of covered veterans; and requires affirmative action in all personnel practices for qualified individuals with disabilities and for covered veterans.