ARNP Supervisor, DJJ

Eckerd Connects•Fort Pierce, FL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Navigator Supervisor will be responsible for the maintenance of program referrals for their assigned circuit(s), case assignments, client admissions, Tier assignments or reassignments and discharge approvals for cases assigned to their direct report(s) and will assume all the responsibilities of the Aftercare Navigator when assigned a case. The After Care Resource Navigator Program aims to improve outcomes for youth reentering the community from residential commitment facilities by connecting them and their families with appropriate resources. The program provides transitional planning services to youth pending release, including those on Conditional Release (CR), Post-Commitment Probation (PCP), and Direct Discharge youth.

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 in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.
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

Maintenance of program referrals for assigned circuit(s), case assignments, client admissions, Tier assignments or reassignments and discharge approvals for cases assigned to 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.
Ensure Navigators 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 to address the needs of each youth and their family.
Ensure Navigators 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.
Monitor that Navigators conduct comprehensive reviews of the 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 to support effective program operations.
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.