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Jail Services Reentry Case Worker

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Catholic Charities of Steuben/Livingston is growing and seeking a Jail Services Reentry Case Worker to join our Team.

If you're looking for an opportunity to express and explore your passion for helping others, then join a team that truly makes a difference DAILY, in people's lives. We are looking for empathetic, thoughtful candidates who have enthusiasm for helping people. We have supportive leadership who invest in our people and provide opportunities for employees to thrive, grow and learn. Don't miss out on being a part of something special!

Position Title:  Jail Services Reentry Case Worker

Salary: $18.00/hr.

Schedule: Full time, 35 hours per week

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:

Provide transitional case management services to aid in the reintegration of individuals being released from Livingston County Jail and residing in Livingston or Steuben County.  Monitoring for up to 12 months post release with at least bi-weekly meetings to assist with clients “Transitional from Jail to Community” plans.  Targeting referrals to employment programs, housing assistance, mental health, parenting skills, case management, client advocacy, collaboration with Livingston County Jail and Livingston County Probation. 

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

·       Provide level of service inventory assessments to inmates.

·       Conduct individualized and group orientation to include knowledge of community resources including but not limited to benefit applications, housing opportunities and transportation services to assist with successful reentry.

·       Facilitate presentations by community service providers on an as needed basis.

·       Assist with SSI-SSDI applications using the SOAR process.

·       Determine eligibility for Health Homes and HARP assessment and referral.  

·       Model, reinforce, redirect, and set limits to behavior by using specified behavior management techniques; develop and implement individual goal attainment.    

·       Schedule inmates for specialized appointments in preparation of transition date.

·       Report measurable outcomes including but not limited to total number of clients screened, total number of criminogenic needs assessments completed, units of services provided and total number of types of service referred to (mental health, PCP, DSS, Catholic Charities, CASA, as well as other community support group/service) to the CCS/L Executive Director.

·       Develop “Transition from Jail to Community” (TJC)plans upon the inmate’s release to the community. 

·       Maintain all documentation of screening, assessments, and individualized service plans in CCS/L's secure client database.

·       Participate in staff meetings.

·       Attend agency functions, as requested.

·       Attend mandatory training.

·       Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate degree in social work, psychology, criminology, vocational rehabilitation, education, guidance or in a behavioral science involving emphasis human relations.  A combination of education and experience may be substituted at the discretion of the Executive Director.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize duties.
• Willingness to foster agency, department and program wide cooperation and teamwork through use of positive/constructive communication techniques.
• Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality regarding all records reviewed including client records, employee records and billing records.
• Proficiency and experience with PC’s and Microsoft applications.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data and to handle problem resolution.
• Possessing a valid NYS Driver’s license and a driver's record considered acceptable by agency and insurance carrier.
• Continuous use of a reliable, registered, and insured vehicle.
• Read, write and interpret written documents.
• Demonstrate commitment to Agency Mission Statement.
• Compliance: Adheres to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations including, but not limited to, those governing confidentiality, privacy, program, billing, and documentation standards. All duties must be performed in accordance with CCDR’s corporate compliance and ethics program.
• Provide effective, equitable, understandable, and respectful quality care and services that are responsive to diverse cultural health beliefs and practices, preferred languages, health literacy and other communication needs.

Ability to meet the following physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Use hands to manipulate, handle, feel, and control items or equipment, including motor vehicles.
• Stand, sit, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, and reach.
• Climb up or down stairs.
• Able to reach above or below shoulders.
• Occasionally lift or move objects weighing up to 10 lbs.
• Sitting at a desk or in a vehicle for long periods of time to perform certain job functions.
• Ability to read, write and interpret written documents.

What you will get:

Catholic Charities of Steuben/Livingston offers a well-rounded and comprehensive benefits program.

·       Salary: $18.00/hr.

·       This position is Full time, 35 hours per week. We believe in work-life balance!

·       Paid Time Off, 10 days to start, 15 days after 1^st Anniversary.

·       Holidays 12-14 paid holidays

·       Medical Insurance

·       Dental Insurance

·       Vision Insurance

·       Life Insurance

·       Short-Term Disability

·       Long-Term Disability

·       Critical Illness Insurance

·       Supplemental Insurance

·       Flexible Spending Account

·       Health Savings Account

·       Legal Plan

·       Identity Plan

·       Employee Assistance Program

·       6% Pension

·       Employee 401(k)

·       My Better Benefits – provides discounts and savings on thousands of products and services.

Our hiring process and timeline:

·       Applications will be reviewed regularly until the position is filled.

·       Phone screenings will be conducted with qualified candidates.

·       In-person one-hour interviews will be conducted with candidates who advance after the phone screening

·       In-person interviews are typically with 2-4 Interviewers

***Catholic Charities is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our agencies and our people. EOE/AA Disability/Vet