CASE MANAGER
Company: The GEO Group
Location: Houston
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Overview Are you looking for a
career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to
do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and
recognition that comes with working for the industry's global
leader in evidenced based rehabilitation. Who We Are: GEO provides
complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners
worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and
community reentry services. From the development of
state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management
services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release
reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO
offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver
enhanced quality and improved outcomes. Why Work for GEO: We
believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is
about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.
Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a
great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of
employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With
comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you
will find all the resources you need here to be successful.
Responsibilities Summary Under close supervision, this position
provides support and structure to residents in developing program
plans by managing a caseload of client cases and administering the
policies and procedures of the program as directed by the
contracting agency and the Facility Director. Learns, uses and
models the principles of the “What Works” system through
evidence-based practices in all interactions with clients and other
staff members. Trains and assists less experienced case managers.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities May perform the duties of a
Monitor including resident intakes, check-ins, breath analysis and
drug screens, to provide backup when necessary. Prepares written
personalized programs for each resident to establish measurable
criteria of expected behavior and accomplishments and a time frame
for achieving specified goals. Reviews plan with residents on a
weekly basis and document progress or revisions so that they are
gaining the life skills necessary to make a successful re-entry
into the community. Assists residents to establish personal budget,
locate suitable housing, enroll in educational and vocational
programs and participate in family and community activities, as
appropriate, to ensure that they are working towards financial
independence. Monitors facility sanitation and safety. Assigns
daily housekeeping chores to residents to comply with facility
standards. May orient residents upon arrival at facility to provide
smooth assimilation into program including having them complete
paperwork, take facility tours, or introduce to other residents.
Make entries into confidential resident files to provide the
structure for case analysis and program planning and to provide
documentation of program participation. Ensure files are secure to
protect resident confidentiality. Assists Job Developers to verify
residents' jobs to ensure residents' employment is suitable under
established program plan. Counsels unemployed residents by
providing guidance in obtaining employment in cooperation with the
Job Developer. Verifies residents' pass plan through pass
sponsorship according to contract so that the resident is
accountable for his/her whereabouts in the community. Prepares
terminal reports within established time parameters upon resident
release to summarize program performance and to satisfy contract
requirements. Participates in staff meetings by sharing
observations and recommendations regarding the facility, residents
and staff relations to identify and solve problems and function as
a unified team. Maintains confidentiality obtained through job
duties regarding employees, vendors, residents, and outside
agencies so that sensitive information is only given on a "need to
know" basis. Monitors client compliance with alcohol and drug
counseling when required. Reports all program violations to the
appropriate agency or official via the established reporting
parameters. Conducts orientation meetings with new clients to
explain program rules and regulations. Verbally explains the client
contract in detail to ensure that the client understands his/her
responsibilities. Installs electronic monitoring equipment on new
clients when necessary. Sets client schedules and specifies all
approved activities based on sentencing information. Approves
temporary schedule changes for approved activities. Communicate
effectively with all levels of staff in a manner that promotes a
team spirit and a sense of cooperation. Complies with work rules
and policies as explained in the company Employee Handbook, and the
Facility Policies and Procedures Manual; and responds positively to
directives from managers and supervisors in a cooperative spirit to
ensure conformance to standards. Adheres to attendance policy; work
overtime as required, to ensure adequate coverage of the program
and to ensure the safety and security of the residents. Complies
with safety rules; take appropriate corrective action to ensure
work is performed in a safe manner and without injury to self or
others. Communicates effectively with all levels of staff in a
manner that promotes a team spirit and a sense of cooperation.
Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Minimum
Requirements Bachelor's Degree in social, human services, criminal
justice or behavioral science, and one year of experience working
in human services, corrections or a community based service. Work
experience may be substituted for academic studies exchanging one
year of work experience in a related field for one (1) year of
academic education. Total work experience needed in lieu of the
combination of education and work experience is five (5) years.
Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically
used by the department. Basic knowledge of case management,
referral services and interventions in both group and individual
modalities. Basic knowledge of criminal justice system. Good
presentation, public speaking and facilitation skills. Good
organizational skills and attention to detail. Effective
communication skills with internal and external contacts at all
levels. Ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
Problem solving ability. Good interpersonal skills. Basic computer
skills. GEO Reentry Services LLC
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