The REENTRY COORDINATOR position is a GREAT FIT for someone interested in criminal justice, case management, social service, reentry, or non-profits. This position will support our awesome mission by working with an experienced culture-intentional team who are committed to helping our clients successfully navigate the justice system and reenter society. The Reentry Coordinator must hold and maintain a clearance with the Berks County Jail System, which will be requested following a conditional offer.

Job Summary:

The Reentry Coordinator is responsible for providing case management services and programming for the Working Toward Change (WTC) program participants, determining eligibility, conducting initial assessments, aiding clients in developing a Comprehensive Individualized Employment Plan (CIEP), preparing participants in their return to the community by delivering and connecting them to appropriate services, providing ongoing case management and employment assistance to clients post-release. Conducting group and individual sessions for workforce development, essential life skills and cognitive curricula are also responsibilities for this position. This position must also work collaboratively with related professionals, including, but not limited to, Berks County Jail System (BCJS) staff, Adult Probation Officers and service providers. WTC Pre and Post-Release Clients Supervised: 100-150

Agency Culture and Values:

At Connections Work, we have core beliefs and behaviors that define our culture. We believe that all people have value, mistakes do not define us, how we show up each day is critical to our success, and psychological safety is a basic human need. We believe that not everyone has the same opportunities, and that positive change is possible through hope, opportunity and second chances.

All employees, leaders, members of the Board of Directors and volunteers are all encouraged to embed these beliefs into their practices, policies, procedures, decisions, and interactions at Connections Work, and model our defined behaviors that stem from these beliefs.

Essential Functions:

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, and behaviors required. Reasonable accommodation may be made.

1. Assist with/perform essential functions of the WTC program including screening referrals for eligibility, assigning clients to a case manager (CM), managing waitlists, documenting appropriate information into case management database, various spreadsheets and the jail's Offender Management System (OMS) and completing reports and outcomes.

2. Provide case management to pre-release WTC participants: a. Conduct program intake assessment; 1. Recognize areas of need 2. Identify services and resources to address needs; b. Create client resume: c. Work collaboratively with client to create a CIEP 1. Identify employment and reentry goals 2. Create objectives to work toward achievement of goals 3. Review and update CIEP with client on an ongoing basis d. Aid client in preparation for release: 1. Provide information and referrals for community-based services; 2. Coordinate the continuation of programming in the community;

3. Facilitate cognitive curricula, workforce development and essential life skills workshops in groups and one-to-one settings. Utilize and reinforce information and techniques from these during client interactions and when working on CIEP.

4. Assist clients with employment needs pre-and post-release: a. Identify potential job opportunities; b. Aid in the job search process; c. Reinforce workshop training and provide job coaching; d. Utilize established protocols, interface and coordinate employment efforts and client availability with Employment Development Team; e. Monitor employed clients to ensure retention and be available if employment ends and new employ ent must be obtained.

5. Provide case management to released WTC clients: a. Provide post-release follow-up for clients coordinating services and information between multiple agencies and continue in identifying additional needs and services; b. Make scheduled post-release contacts for all WTC clients.

6. Provide notary services for clients, if commissioned to do so.

7. Attend and actively participate in applicable team meetings.

8. Provide backup support to all operations of the agency including, but not limited to the reception desk.

Special Requirements:

Must be able to perform routine physical duties including: ability to lift and carry files and office documents (up to and including 25 lbs.), to traverse stairs regularly, to reach overhead at full arm's length regularly, to pull facility doors (up to 30 lbs.) throughout the day, to sit/stand for up to three (3) hours at a time without a break, to drive two (2) hours or more in duration.

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license, have access to a vehicle and be willing to travel to and work within the Berks County Jail and other applicable locations to conduct agency business.

Must have valid personal vehicle insurance, including providing proof.

Must have an acceptable motor vehicle record check.

Must possess and maintain clearance authorization through the Berks County Jail System. Connections Work will process the clearance request.

Bilingual: English/Spanish with skill in oral and written communication, including Spanish communication is preferred.

Active Pennsylvania Notary Public Commission is a plus.

Must complete trainings and/or certifications as required to facilitate groups.

Must abide by the policies and procedures detailed in the Connections work Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual, relevant sections of the Berks County Jail System Standard Operating Procedures Manual (a copy is available for review upon request), and the PADOC and the PBPP Code of Conduct manuals.

Additional Responsibilities:

Perform any related duties as directed by leadership. Keep professional relations at a high standard with Connections Work, Berks County Jail System (BCJS), the PA DOC, the PBPP, RMCTC, HFHBC and other service providers, criminal and juvenile justice system officials, volunteers, mentors, partners and related professionals. Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed but are not to be seen as a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Also, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of Connections Work.

Connections Work is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.67 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply