Re-Entry Services Coordinator

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Minimum Requirements:

High School Diploma or equivalent AND four (4) years of criminal justice or social services experience.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

Act 33/34 clearances are required prior to appointment at the applicant's cost. The applicant must be 18 years of age or older and maintain a valid driver's license, car insurance, and access to a vehicle.

It is the policy of Allegheny County that in order to receive a final offer of employment, candidates must successfully pass a background check, which includes verification of Allegheny County Real Estate Tax status, and drug/medical examinations as required for the position. The pre-employment drug screen must be completed within 48 hours of the acceptance of the conditional offer of employment.

Position Summary:

The Re-Entry Services Coordinator (RSC) is responsible for creating, managing, and coordinating the service plans of incarcerated individuals involved in Re-Entry Programming. This position's responsibilities are focused on facilitating re-entry to the community (Phase II) after incarcerated individuals meet Phase I program requirements. The Re-Entry Services Coordinator reports directly to the Re-Entry Services Supervisor and collaborates with uniform and non-uniform staff at the Allegheny County Jail. Incumbent works throughout various locations within the Jail, often interacting with Correctional Officers and other Alternative Housing program staff. The Re-Entry Services Coordinator works across the daylight and evening shifts Monday through Friday. A weekend day may be required on a case-by-case basis.

Overview:

Duties:

Travels within Allegheny County to the client's place of work, residence, or Allegheny County Probation Office to facilitate client meetings.

Schedules a Warm Hand-Off meeting with the RSC Supervisor prior to the Phase II meeting; provides the client with their contact information and instructs them to reach out for assistance.

Engages with the client's natural support(s) within 30 days of the warm hand-off and includes the family in the client's transition back into the community.

Attends the Phase II meeting with all service providers in the Re-Entry program.

Utilizes the Allegheny County Jail Collaborative (ACJC) to make referrals for post-release in order to track services and develop the Phase II plan; meets with the client while in the Allegheny County Jail (ACJ) or alternative housing at least twice a month to continue developing their relationship and to work on the client's community plan.

Collaborates directly with the client, their natural support(s), Allegheny County Probation, Alternative Housing, and service providers to develop and implement a Phase II community service plan for each participant.

Completes all required parole paperwork, which will be submitted to the assigned Jail Caseworker or alternative housing personnel at least 14 days prior to the client's minimum release date.

Adheres to the contact guidelines outlined in the established reentry program model, starting with the initial phone call within 48 hours post-release and setting up the first face-to-face appointment within 72 hours.

Coordinates with the Allegheny County Probation to make the first face-to-face appointment. This joint meeting will provide the client with a copy of their Phase II Plan and a resource packet.

Acts as an advocate for the client to ensure they can successfully navigate their re-entry journey and coaches the client in self-advocacy and resiliency while offering ongoing encouragement and support.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

Jail and community agency resources.

Correctional programs and security procedures.

Behavioral health services.

Skill in:

Microsoft Office products, including Excel.

Ability to:

Develop new practices and adjust accordingly as the new process takes hold.

Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Display strong organizational skills.

Maintain confidentiality in all facets of work.

Work in a respectful manner with others in the Jail, including staff and incarcerated individuals, including individuals in the criminal justice system who are about to be released.

Learn and utilize relevant County computer systems and databases.

Ability to travel within Allegheny County.

Residency: Not required to live in Allegheny County

Veterans' Preference: Will be awarded to eligible candidates.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - M/F/V/D