Reentry Case Manager

To assist formerly incarcerated men and women in meeting the challenges they face when returning to their communities with the ultimate goal of reducing recidivism, rebuilding lives and communities, and enhancing public safety. Re-entry in New York State is a collaborative effort involving the State's criminal justice and human services agencies, local governments, non-profit organizations, and community-based groups. Success in this position is marked by the ability to collaboratively establish and achieve realistic goals with clients, ensuring they access necessary resources and services.

• Conduct face-to-face, phone, or virtual sessions with justice impacted individuals to address mental health, substance use, academic/vocational goals, physical wellness, housing stability, food security, and safety.
• Collaborate with clients to develop tailored service plans.
• Ensure timely completion of all case-related documentation.
• Establish linkages to community supports, promoting personal responsibility, accountability, and independent living skills.
• Assist clients with domestic, legal, medical, housing, school, and benefit issues.
• Compile and submit monthly statistics to supervisors.
• Adhere strictly to all agency and regulatory policies and expectations.
• Maintain organized documentation in accordance with established timelines and standards.

Required

• BA, or experience in a mental health or human services related field.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Clean Valid Driver License
• Registered, insured vehicle in operating condition
• SEC Clearance
• Justice Center Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge and understanding of substance use disorder, prevention, and risk factors
• Knowledge of the criminal justice system
• Basic understanding of mental illnesses
• Basic understanding of chronic illnesses
• General knowledge of Ulster County's human services agencies.
• Knowledge and sensitivity to vulnerable populations.

This is a Full-time, 40-hours per week position based at our Main office: 31 Albany Ave, Kingston NY

The rate of pay for this position is: $20.11/hour.