Resource Coordinator

Center for Justice Innovation•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Center for Justice Innovation is seeking a Resource Coordinator for its Brooklyn Felony Diversion programs. Reporting to the Clinical Director, the Resource Coordinator will facilitate the program referral process for BJI’s Felony Alternative to Incarceration programming. They will review all available information about each potentially eligible participants to determine their specific suitability for all BJI programming. Once participants are enrolled in programming, the Resource Coordinator will provide written and verbal updates to the court including defense attorneys, assistant district attorneys, and judges on a regular basis. The Resource Coordinator is also responsible for providing court coverage to various Supreme Court parts, including specialized court initiatives such as Brooklyn Mental Health Court, as well as coordinating off-calendar case conferences with defense counsel and assistant district attorneys. Specific responsibilities include conducting screenings and assessments with participants for all programming, case management, facilitating participant releases and other processes with court stakeholders, and troubleshooting any issues that arise.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
At least one year of experience working in a criminal court setting and/or human service field or 3-4 years of equivalent experience
Ability to communicate appropriately with varying levels of stakeholders
Highly organized
Excellent communication skills
Strong writing ability with the capacity to be detail-oriented within a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Proficient in Microsoft and Google Suites
Able to use Zoom Cloud Meetings and Microsoft Teams
Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds in a culturally-responsive manner
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English-Spanish) preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as a coordinator to Supreme Court parts, to receive referrals, and to determine eligibility for Felony Alternative to Incarceration programming
Manage Supreme Court calendars, compliance reporting, and court appearances for Felony ATI participants
Providing verbal case updates and advocacy with stakeholders in multiple court parts
Supervises the completion and submission of court reports and compliance related paperwork
Communicate with judges, prosecutors, defense attorneys, and court staff about eligible individuals’ suitability for specific Felony Alternative to Incarceration programming
Coordinate and attend off-calendar case conferences with prosecutors, defense attorneys, and participants
Liaise with court stakeholders regarding plea information, releases, programmatic updates, incentives or sanctions, and any updates that arise
Triages emergency client notifications for stakeholders and the court
Collaborate with clerks and other court staff regarding daily calendaring, adjournments, case advancement, and ongoing information
Communicate with FATI clinician, case managers, and clinical director to ensure court reports are accurate and any programmatic issues have been resolved
Provide clinically-informed case management services to participants that address issues such as substance use, mental health issues, trauma, domestic violence, housing, and educational/vocational needs
Assist with scheduling and rescheduling mandated participants for community-based programming
Assist with outreach and scheduling regarding participant compliance requirements
Ensure that all participants who are mandated to services are connected with their assigned case manager
Assist with oversite of records, court related reports, and program data entry
Provide court coverage for Brooklyn Mental Health Court and maintain connection with the staff for programmatic updates
Utilize crisis intervention protocols to ensure participant safety and connection to appropriate services during court appearances
Maintain appropriate participant information in electronic databases and hard files, including court assessment, screening, and appearance outcome information
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of programming, policies, and referral procedures
Assist senior staff with the development and implementation of new programs, protocols, initiatives, and interventions
Assist with data collection and management
Attend required staff meetings and trainings
Flexibility to work later for client crisis and unforeseen court circumstances
Other relevant responsibilities