LEAD Case Manager

Evergreen Recovery Centers•Everett, WA

9d•$24 - $29

About The Position

Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion (LEAD) is a collaborative project involving local police, prosecutors, public defenders, corrections officers, and social service providers. It diverts individuals arrested or suspected of low-level property crimes, drug offenses, and/or prostitution into social services rather than the criminal justice system. Participants receive supportive services intended to reduce legal recidivism and improve quality of life. The LEAD Case Manager responds to police referrals and other social-contact referrals within Everett and Lynnwood city limits. The role provides engagement and intensive case management to eligible, willing participants. The Case Manager conducts screening, outreach, long-term engagement, and supportive services while collaborating with LEAD partners, service providers, housing providers, and community organizations. Engagement takes place on the street and at social service provider facilities. The role also provides advocacy and support within the criminal justice system, including court appearances and written communication, and accompanies and transports participants to appointments as needed using company vehicles. The position has a 10-hour shift, Monday through Thursday, from 10:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology, or another human services-related field is preferred; an undergraduate degree related to social services or behavioral health plus two years of experience working directly with this population, or five or more years of relevant experience working directly with this population, may substitute for the educational requirement.
Understanding of harm reduction and a demonstrated passion for serving individuals experiencing homelessness and co-occurring disorders are required.
A valid Washington State Driver’s License is required; local travel on behalf of the agency is a job requirement.
Must pass a Washington State Patrol criminal background check and pre-employment drug test.

Nice To Haves

Street outreach experience providing services and resources to the populations served.

Responsibilities

Respond to police referrals and other social-contact referrals within Everett and Lynnwood city limits.
Provide engagement and intensive case management for eligible and willing program participants.
Conduct screening, outreach, long-term engagement, and supportive services through intensive case management activities.
Collaborate with LEAD partners, service providers, housing providers, and other community organizations.
Engage participants on the street and at social service provider facilities to establish working relationships and offer services.
Provide advocacy and support for participants within the criminal justice system, including court appearances and written communication.
Accompany and transport participants to appointments as needed using company vehicles.