Case Manager 1 - Roger Sherman House (New Haven)18.5
About The Position
The Case Manager 1 works within Adult Services alongside Community Justice program staff to support the rehabilitation, education, and successful transition of justice-involved men from incarceration back into the community. At the Roger Sherman House, a residential work release program, the Case Manager provides strengths-based, client-centered case management, structure, job development, and supervision. The program also provides employment-readiness support and connects participants with local services, including health care, continuing education, and vocational training. The role calls for a structured and compassionate approach, with professional and respectful boundaries. Experience working with people in recovery and/or people who are justice-involved is identified as ideal. Newly hired employees must attend a two-day New Hire Orientation at The Connection’s Roscommon office in Middletown.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED with two years of related experience in direct service and case management, or an Associate's Degree.
- Valid driver's license.
- Regular and predictable attendance.
- Maintain professional and respectful boundaries.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with individuals in recovery and/or people who are justice-involved.
Responsibilities
- Provide strengths-based, client-centered case management to justice-involved men re-entering the community.
- Provide structure and supervision to program participants.
- Support participants’ job development and employment readiness.
- Help rehabilitate, educate, and guide clients transitioning from incarceration back into the community.
- Connect participants with local services, including health care, continuing education, and vocational training.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with additional voluntary coverages, for full-time employees.
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contribution.
- Company-paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance for full-time employees.
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick time, for full-time employees.
- 12 paid holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
