Ready4Release Case Manager

Operation New Hope, Inc • Saint Petersburg, FL

12h • Onsite

About The Position

Operation New Hope is a nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting individuals returning from incarceration and those affected by the justice system. We offer pre-release and post-release programs focused on job training, placement, and comprehensive support services to facilitate successful community reintegration. Our mission is to empower clients to become productive citizens, thereby preventing recidivism, reducing incarceration costs, and enhancing public safety. Our team is committed to supporting career opportunities, mental health, and overall stability to foster client self-sufficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required (Criminal Justice, Social Work, Sociology, or related fields).
• At least 3 years’ experience working with marginalized or underserved populations.
• At least 1 year of experience working with clients with mental health and/or substance abuse disorders.
• High integrity and behaves ethically, conducting oneself with the utmost honesty and transparency.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in using computers, running reports, and learning new software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and electronic client records.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and reliable transportation.
• Must be able to clear a Level II Background check through the Department of Corrections.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.
• In lieu of degree, 6+ years of relevant experience as a Case Manager.

Responsibilities

• Travels to Florida Department of Corrections Prisons (travel up to 3 hours one way in a company vehicle) to promote the Ready4Work Program.
• Promote the Ready4Work program inside county jails throughout the State of Florida, and with other community partners.
• Facilitate InsideOut Dad® evidenced based-education programming to incarcerated fathers. Training on InsideOut Dad® programming will be provided.
• Complete a Plan of Care with short term goals for currently incarcerated individuals.
• Inputs plan of care goals and notes into the client record/database software system.
• Provides follow-up visits and supportive sessions to the inmates either face to face or via electronic communication.
• Responds to letters received from Inmates that are interested in the program.
• Participate in multidisciplinary staffing meetings as part of the Clinical Team which consists of Mental Health, Resources, Family Support Specialists, Career Development and Employment Services.
• Attend weekly and monthly meetings.
• All other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level