Aftercare Resource Navigator Supervisor, DJJ

Eckerd Connects•Whiskey Creek, FL

4h•Onsite

About The Position

The Aftercare Resource Navigator Program aims to improve outcomes for youth transitioning back into the community from residential commitment facilities. This involves identifying and building relationships with resources that meet the service needs of youth and their families. The program offers transitional planning services for youth awaiting release, including those who will be under Conditional Release (CR) or Post-Commitment Probation (PCP), as well as Direct Discharge youth who will be released without supervision.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university OR An associate degree from an accredited college or university and two years’ experience working directly with adolescents in criminal justice, social services, or education.
4+ years of experience working directly with adolescents in a field specified by contract may substitute the education requirement.
A minimum of 1 year supervisory or leadership experience required.
All personnel providing Direct Care services to youth and families shall be at least twenty-one (21) years of age per DJJ guidelines.
Required to pass a drug screen.
Must be able to meet requirements for Eckerd’s Auto Insurance and be able to drive for business purposes.
Must maintain a safe driving record and provide annual proof of appropriate auto insurance.
Must have use of a vehicle capable of transporting three adults, plus driver.
This position requires Level 2 background screening through Florida's Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.

Responsibilities

Maintain program referrals for assigned circuits, case assignments, client admissions, Tier assignments/reassignments, and discharge approvals for direct reports.
Assume all responsibilities of the Aftercare Navigator when assigned a case.
Ensure Navigators actively participate in the Transition Conference, Community Reentry Team Meeting, and Exit Conference.
Assist with the development of the Transition Plan for Success for each youth served by the Program.
Provide oversight to ensure Navigators work closely with the JPO to identify appropriate resources for youth and their families.
Actively participate in the development of the Youth Empowered Success (YES) Plan for youth on Conditional Release (CR) or Post-Commitment Probation (PCP).
Monitor that Navigators initiate services for all referred resources within three (3) working days of the youth’s release from the Facility, unless restricted by the resource.
Conduct comprehensive reviews of information available in JJIS.
Ensure that Navigators maintain regular contact with youth, their families, and service providers to monitor participation and progress.
Establish and maintain professional relationships with DJJ staff, local law enforcement, juvenile court judges, state attorney offices, and public defender offices.
Review and oversee the maintenance of accurate and up-to-date youth case files and case notes by Navigators.
Ensure compliance with documentation standards, timely data entry into JJIS, and completion of required tracking and reporting activities.