Criminal Justice Case Manager (Re-Entry Services)

County of Mecklenburg, NC•Charlotte, NC

3d•$26 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Mecklenburg County Re-Entry Services facilitates seamless transition of participants back into the community, while promoting employment stability, service engagement and continuing education. Services include comprehensive case management focused on employability and voluntary participation from clients. Along with our partners clients receive assistance for basic needs, treatment services, medication, identification, education, vocational training, work readiness and retention skills training, items needed to begin employment (uniforms, work boots, tools/utensils, etc.), and medical/dental/vision/medication needs, employment, housing, peer support, and more. Provide professional level case management to ensure compliance with court orders and enhance public safety in area of responsibility. This position, under general supervision, will be responsible for Re-Entry Services, providing offenders with the skills necessary to function in the community and not become repeat offenders, through participation in treatment planning and the creation and implementation of a unified case/service plan. May also be responsible for re-entry services work with successful reintegration of residents returning to Mecklenburg County following incarceration at local jails or state/federal prisons. Duties include linking and arranging services and advocacy. This position will be located at 715 E 4th St., Charlotte, NC 28202.

Requirements

Minimum two years of directly related experience in case management and/or experience working directly with felony and chronic misdemeanor offenders.
Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, public administration, social work or related field.
Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted?: Yes
Requires a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License
Requires County Driving Privileges
Annual Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check required
Proficient in various computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite

Nice To Haves

Experience working with justice involved individuals
Case Management experience preferred

Responsibilities

Meet with social service/criminal justice involved individuals on a regular basis to monitor, case plan, collect urine analysis, crisis management, complete risk needs assessments and SA/MH assessments.
Interviews and screens individuals referred for participating in DTC; reviews mental health and/or substance abuse history; conducts case consultations with applicable individuals, coordinates discharge planning with team partners
Evaluates individual's immediate circumstances, including environmental situations and availability of services/support
Manage housing program for re-entry clients
Document contracts and maintain client records
Enter and maintain progress notes in computerized chart and conduct chart reviews to ensure that all documentation meets with best-practice standards; reviews cases with supervisor to ensure compliance
Prepares a variety of reports and documents related to the individual's services, progress, and/or other related issues/concerns
Monitors individual's progress on a regular basis via office visits, phone contact, or care team meetings
Assists individuals in resolving problems related to treatment or rehabilitation issues and various living problems in home, work, or social environments; provides support as individuals cope with negative consequences of specific mental health and substance use issues
Develops case/service plan in concert with individual and partnering agencies
Assist Program Manager in assessing basic resources accessed by re-entry
Educate and recruit housing providers and support providers through the vendor set-up process
Monitor housing placement for suitability and livability and report issues to provider and Program Manager
Assess clients referred for ability to contribute to housing and determine financial plan; and report client status and/or violations to Program Manger
Serve as a resource for internal and external providers
Service as a representative of Criminal Justice Services in court, various meetings, workshops, and trainings
Work as a part of an interdisciplinary team to foster inter-agency collaborations and researches additional services or programs available to individuals served