Justice Specialist (Full Time, Remote, Harnett and Johnston County, North Carolina Based)

Alliance Health•Smithfield, NC

1d•Remote

About The Position

The Justice Specialist is responsible for identifying and connecting with justice partners within the Alliance's region and building strong relationships. They will facilitate community-based solutions to improve outcomes and engagement for individuals involved with the justice system, covering all diversion opportunities along the Sequential Intercept Model (pre-booking, incarceration, and post-booking release). This role aims to improve system engagement with key partners and stakeholders. The position offers a primarily remote work schedule, with occasional in-office requirements for business and team meetings. The service area for this position includes Harnett and Johnston County.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field.
Three (3) years of progressive experience with behavioral health population.
Three (3) years’ experience with the criminal justice system in the field of health care or human services.
Demonstrated exceptional interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated highly effective communication.
Ability to make prompt independent decisions based upon relevant facts.
Demonstrated problem solving and conflict resolution skills are essential.
Demonstrated knowledge of behavioral health and intellectual/developmental disabilities.
Demonstrated extensive knowledge regarding the criminal justice system.
Ability to become proficient in all disability areas, including areas where co-occurring illnesses exist.
Knowledge of the primary purpose and functions of community agencies.
Satisfactory background and MVR (Motor Vehicle Registration) check.

Responsibilities

Perform community outreach, recruitment, education, and promotional activities related to Crisis Intervention Team (CIT).
Represent the organization in justice and first responder efforts to provide special assistance education regarding programs offered and to increase community awareness of justice-related initiatives.
Participate in justice initiatives related to CIT training delivery and education.
Conduct CIT Trainings and participate in justice initiatives.
Represent the MCO among justice stakeholders, including detention facilities, courts, law enforcement agencies, and providers.
Provide information, education, and consultation to public and private entities that interact with individuals with special healthcare needs or high-risk populations.
Provide consultation and solutions for system improvements using the Sequential Intercept Model.
Collect and analyze data to identify system gaps, needs, opportunities for improvement, and strengths/weaknesses for individuals with behavioral health issues.
Produce written reports and recommendations regarding best practice approaches for integration into the provider network and specialty services.
Advocate for effective system design and implementation based on research, evidence-based practices, and national trends.
Identify and address challenges and barriers in serving the justice-involved population.
Consult with treatment teams, community collaboratives, and other groups serving MCO enrollees.
Develop in-depth knowledge of community systems and provide consultation to MCO clinical departments regarding resources and barriers for incarcerated individuals and chronic re-offenders.
Make referrals and aid in the early identification of individuals with special healthcare needs.
Assist with service coordination upon release from jail or prison.
Support of law enforcement and crisis response teams to reduce criminal justice involvement and utilization of Emergency Department.
Support Alliance initiatives for high-risk individuals and individuals with complex healthcare needs.
Travel between Alliance offices, attending meetings on behalf of Alliance, participating in Alliance sponsored events, etc. may be required.
Travel to meet with members, providers, stakeholders, attend court hearings etc. is required.