The GEO Group

PROGRAM FIDELITY MANAGER

The GEO Group$85K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or related field; Master's preferred
  • Strong grasp of Evidence Based Practices (EBP) in correctional programming
  • Knowledge of behavior management systems and quality assurance processes
  • Minimum one year training experience including course development
  • Two years experience in evidence-based programs preferred
  • Excellent public speaking and facilitation skills
  • Ability to analyze data and provide actionable insights

Responsibilities

  • Train and coach Program Managers on observation and quality assurance procedures
  • Implement and coach staff on behavior management systems
  • Observe and coach staff interactions in both in-person and virtual settings
  • Plan and facilitate training events for GEO staff
  • Evaluate training materials to align with Evidence Based Practices
  • Develop quality assurance assessment tools for program fidelity
  • Collect and analyze program statistics for data-driven improvements

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) Matching
  • Health Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Discount
  • Reduced Tuition Rates
  • Disability Insurance
  • Paid Training
  • Flexible Spending Account
Full Job Description
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.

Responsibilities

Summary:
The Program Fidelity Manager will be responsible for the fidelity and quality assurance of the specified GEO operated programs. Fidelity monitoring and quality assurance of programs could include Core Correctional Practices, specific group curriculum such as SAFE, , Cognitive Behavioral Intervention for Substance Abuse, Victims Impact, skill sets such as MI, Group Facilitation, and Virtual Group Facilitation, Assessment delivery using assessments such as Trauma, and Criminal Thinking Scales, GEOtrack usage and behavior management systems.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
  • The Program Fidelity Manager trains and coaches Program Managers and supervisors on group observations, coaching, quality assurance processes (QATC) procedures, and completing all necessary forms for fidelity purposes.
  • Responsible for training, implementing, and coaching program staff on behavior management systems.
  • The Program Fidelity Manager provides observation and coaching on interactions between staff and participants both during in-person and virtual or recorded client interactions.
  • The Program Fidelity Manager plans and facilitates various training events for GEO staff including orientation, onboarding, and annual training.
  • Assists with the evaluation of training materials in response to manager requests, audit reviews, contract changes to ensure that training materials are aligned with Evidence Based Practices and support contractual obligations. Develop annual training plans as well as onboarding training plans for new staff.
  • The Program Fidelity Manager assists with developing quality assurance assessment tools used to measure program fidelity at various programs.
  • Assists with reviewing and developing evidence-based practice policies and procedures needed to align programming with evidence-based practices.
  • The Program Fidelity Manager assists with creating fidelity surveys to measure ongoing program sustainability.
  • The Program Fidelity Manager creates and facilitates participant surveys ensuring measurement feedback is provided to participants and GEO staff.
  • The Program Fidelity Manager attends customer meetings along with the PM and APM and provides contractually required data, reports, and other communications to the Tennessee Department of Correction.
  • The Program Fidelity Manager collects and analyzes program statistics and data to report to the customer and makes recommendations for data driven improvements to the program when applicable.
  • Works in partnership with Continuum of Care research department to develop intermediate outcomes and monitor trends for program effectiveness.
  • May be assigned special projects as needed to support new Company initiatives.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.


Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Social Services, Psychology, Human Services or related field required. Master's degree preferred.
  • Thorough understanding of Evidence Based Practices (EBP) and all aspects of correctional programming including cognitive behavioral treatment, substance abuse treatment, academic education, vocational training, motivational interviewing and case management.
  • Thorough knowledge and understanding of evidence-based program evaluations, behavior management systems and quality assurance processes.
  • Ability to observe and coach group facilitators for fidelity purposes.
  • One (1) year of previous training experience including course development and project management.
  • Two (2) years of evidence-based program experience preferred.
  • General knowledge of Company products, software, and hardware.
  • Excellent public speaking and facilitation skills.
  • Good interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving ability.
  • Conflict resolution skills.
  • Ability to provide leadership and handle negativity in a training situation.
  • Initiative, flexibility and change management skills.
  • Knowledge of adult learning processes.
  • Project management skills preferred.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Strong decision-making skills.
  • Ability to travel frequently with overnight stays.
  • Ability to use computers and the necessary software applications used by the department.

GEO Reentry Services LLC.

Pay

Pay USD $85,000.00/Yr.

Bonus (if applicable)

10%

About The GEO Group

The GEO Group, Inc. is a real estate investment trust specializing in the ownership, leasing and management of correctional, detention and re-entry facilities and the provision of community-based services and youth services in the United States, Australia, South Africa, and the United Kingdom. The company operates more than 120 facilities with approximately 93,000 beds. The GEO Group's customers include federal, state, and local government agencies as well as international agencies. The company has been the subject of controversy over allegations of human rights abuses and poor conditions in its facilities.
Learn more about The GEO Group
Size
15,800 employees
Market Cap
$1.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$113 million
Founded
1984
5 Year Trend
+0.7%
Revenue
$2.3 billion
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