Reintegration Support Worker

enCompass Community Safety Agency Society•Edmonton, AB

1d•Onsite

About The Position

101st Street Apartments is a Community Residential Facility (CRF) funded by the Correctional Service Canada (CSC) and operated by enCompass Community Safety Agency. The CRF works with high-risk adult males, with various psychiatric disorders and physical disabilities. These adults are on conditional release in the community, under the authority of the Parole Board of Canada. The Reintegration Support Worker (RSW) works with clients and their Case Management Teams to provide support, information and access to community resources, programs and services during their residency. The RSW completes client intakes, identifies client needs and assists clients in completing tasks essential to a successful reintegration.

Requirements

Degree or diploma in a related human services field
3+ years of relevant experience working with complex, high-risk populations using a client-centered approach
Experience working with offender populations using a client-centered approach
Knowledge of the criminal justice system and the federal correctional system
Strong knowledge of community resources
Effective risk management, advocacy in systems, and group facilitation
General computer knowledge (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook)
Professionalism within all aspects of employment, strong leadership abilities and be able to contribute to a strong team environment
Experience working with and understanding the unique challenges that Indigenous and multicultural individuals and families face, particularly those with significant criminal histories

Nice To Haves

Social Work or related degree with 5 years of experience working with the offender populations
Experience in the following areas: Risk Need and Responsivity, client assessments, strength-based approach, motivational interviewing skills, facilitation, and trauma-informed practices
Experience working in addictions and mental health
Experience working in a case management capacity

Responsibilities

Resource Navigation: Connect clients with appropriate community resources, including housing, healthcare, mental health services, substance abuse treatment, employment assistance, and legal aid.
Skill Building: Provide guidance and support in developing essential life skills, such as budgeting, time management, communication, technology assistance, and problem-solving.
Interventions, Advocacy, and Support: Advocate for clients' rights and needs, assisting them in overcoming barriers to successful reintegration. Motivate and encourage clients to acquire prosocial skills, adopt prosocial behaviors and to participate actively in their own correctional and reintegration plans.
Community Integration: Facilitate community connections and social integration by linking clients with community programs and services.
Collaboration: Work effectively with a multidisciplinary team, participating in monthly Case Conferences and Team Meetings.
Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of client interactions, progress, and outcomes. Support clients with applications/forms.