Deflection Specialist - Partners Initiative
Listed on 2026-11-06
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Social Work
Community Health
At CHJ, your work can change lives - starting here.
We are a mission-driven team fueled by compassion, grounded in science, and united by a deep belief in the power of human potential. Every day, we bring together lived experience, professional expertise, and a commitment to justice to create real, lasting impact.
Whether you are providing direct care, shaping policy, or supporting vital operations, your contribution helps build a healthier, safer, stronger, and more equitable society. At CHJ, you'll find purpose, opportunities to grow, and the power to make a difference every day.
Benefits- Blue Cross Blue Shield Health (HMO, HDP) & Dental (HMO, PPO) Insurance
- Paid Sick Days and 11 Core Paid Holidays
- VSP Vision Plans (Base and Premium)
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Generous PTO (Paid Time Off)
- Free Parking (varies by location)
If you are interested in joining our team, please review the open positions listed below.
Deflection Specialist- Partners for Progress Initiative
At TASC (Treatment Alternatives for Stronger Communities), our mission is to empower people and strengthen communities with impactful services. Since 1976, we have been guided by the belief that every individual holds the potential for positive change. We advocate, support, and most importantly, empower people to break barriers, find recovery, and reshape their destinies. Through Specialized Case Management™, we create a world where recovery, justice, and empathy lead to thriving communities.
Our foundation is anchored at the intersection of behavioral health and the criminal legal system. Today, TASC also operates at the forefront of transformative solutions. We are a social impact organization that embodies a future where health, safety and justice is synonymous with hope. We are TASC!
We are currently looking for full-time – Deflection Specialist.
SUMMARYThis position will be responsible for connecting with clients within targeted geographic communities to provide outreach, education and training on targeted subject matter; including substance abuse disorders, community resources, pre-arrest deflection, health insurance, etc. This position will serve as a public face of TASC in the designated areas and be responsible for direct client services and community partners relations and training.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESAssist individuals in achieving service plan goals through direct services and coordination of behavior health, public agencies, and community resources.
- Provide assertive and continuous outreach activities related to direct services for participants
- Make referrals to all essential needed direct services:
Substance abuse disorder treatment, recovery support services, housing, etc. - Attend community events and conferences to provide education and awareness on law enforcement diversion and outreach to individuals with an opioid or substance use disorder.
- Conduct enrollment assistance for Medicaid with individuals who are without insurance when needed.
- Responsible for follow-up activities related to obtaining required for all participant needs.
- Develop effective working relationships with appropriate project staff and community partners, providers, police departments etc.
- Attend community events representing the program and TASC.
- Provide training on an ongoing basis related to the programs targeted goals and objectives and subject matter including naloxone administration & distribution.
- Work with participants with substance use disorder and assess their needs
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Knowledge of human behavior for the assessment of signs and symptoms of…
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