Program Specialist (Non-Profit) jobs in Elyria, OH

Lorain/Medina Community Based Correctional Facility currently houses 130 non-violent felony offenders from Lorain and Medina counties. The C.B.C.F. is their "last chance" before going to prison. Felony offenders are sentenced by the Common Pleas Court Judges of Lorain and Medina counties.

The Program Specialist/Facilitator's beginning salary is $50,710.40 ($24.38/hour). Benefits include health insurance (medical, prescription, vision, and dental); life insurance; Ohio Public Employee's Retirement System; and benefit time (sick, vacation, and PTO).

Under the direct supervision of the Program Director, the Program Specialist/Facilitator is responsible for the implementation of the treatment modality and the facilitation of classes for the Lorain/Medina C.B.C.F.

Education: BA/BS in social work, sociology, psychology, criminal justice or related field.

Experience: In corrections, counseling, social work, drug treatment, community mental health, or a related area with two (2) years experience with human service delivery in a residential/correctional setting preferred.

Skills:

Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques.

Knowledge of drug/alcohol abuse evaluation, treatment, and testing.

Knowledge of local treatment programs.

Knowledge of domestic violence and child abuse.

Knowledge of holistic wellness.

Knowledge of community services.

Ability to coordinate fellow staff in a team approach.

Knowledge of psychological assessments.

Knowledge of cognitive behavioral theory and interventions.

Knowledge of counseling or social work in a corrections setting.

Knowledge of human relations.

Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.

Ability to work a 40 hour week.

Ability to work under stressful conditions.

Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with residents, associates, supervisors and general public.

Ability to develop and maintain records and prepare routing reports.

Ability to recognize abnormal conditions and take appropriate actions.

Skilled in oral and written communications.

Any specialized licensing or certification will be helpful.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.38 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person