What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager, Jail Diversion position at Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board?
Case Manager - Jail Diversion
Annual Salary: $49,612
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Join our team as a Full-Time Case Manager in Jail Diversion at Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board in Hampton, VA, and make a real difference in the lives of individuals facing Serious Mental Illness. This exciting opportunity is perfect for professionals with degrees in Human Services, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, or Counseling who are eager to engage in meaningful case management work. You'll collaborate with a supportive team in a flexible and customer-focused environment, contributing to the safety and well-being of the community.
With an annual pay of $49,612, this onsite role provides the chance to apply your skills while promoting excellence and integrity in service delivery. You will be provided great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Competitive Salary, Paid Time Off, Employee Discounts, and Virginia Retirement System (VRS). Take this opportunity to be part of a professional organization dedicated to providing exceptional support for individuals in need. Your passion can help change lives, one case at a time.
A little about us
Since 1971, Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board has provided a comprehensive continuum of high-quality, essential, and community-based services to citizens of the Peninsula who are living with a mental illness, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders.
Your role as a Case manager, Jail Diversion
As a Full-Time Case Manager in Jail Diversion at Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board, you will play a vital role in delivering direct services and coordinating comprehensive support for individuals with mental health challenges, substance use issues, and developmental disabilities who encounter the judicial system. Your responsibilities will include conducting clinical assessments to guide appropriate service referrals, ensuring successful diversion from incarceration when possible. In cases where diversion is unsuitable, you'll facilitate jail-based treatment services that encompass counseling, education on mental health, budgeting, employment, and goal setting. Your collaborative efforts will enhance client motivation and assist with eligibility for State and Federal support, while follow-up care post-release will ensure compliance with treatment and court mandates.
Working closely with clients facing serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders, you'll provide clinical consultation, participate in initial assessments, and manage a small caseload, ensuring that agency policies are upheld and supporting reentry needs effectively.
What we're looking for in a Case manager, Jail Diversion
To thrive as a Full-Time Case Manager in Jail Diversion at Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board, you will need a comprehensive skill set tailored to meet the unique challenges of supporting individuals with Serious Mental Illness, substance use disorders, and developmental disabilities. A thorough knowledge of the courts and the criminal justice system is essential, alongside expertise in interviewing and supportive counseling techniques. You should possess a strong understanding of social casework principles, community resources, and regional/state programs for substance-abusing adults. Familiarity with symptoms and characteristics related to the client population is crucial for effective service delivery.
Additionally, knowledge of human development and behavior, as well as understanding HIV infection and AIDS, will enhance your ability to support clients. Strong abilities in evaluating behavioral observations, building rapport with clients and families, and maintaining effective relationships with public and private agencies are imperative. Lastly, excellent communication skills and the capacity to document and report client progress will be key to ensuring successful case management.
Knowledge and skills required for the position are:
The ideal candidate will possess thorough knowledge of the courts and criminal justice system, as well as expertise in interviewing and supportive counseling principles and techniques. A strong foundation in social casework methods and a comprehensive understanding of community resources, regional and state programs for adults with substance use issues, and disabilities impacting the client population is essential. The candidate should have familiarity with the symptoms and common behavioral characteristics of these disabilities, as well as a deep understanding of human development and behavior. Knowledge of HIV infection and AIDS, including transmission, risk assessment, prevention, treatment, and disease progression, is required. Familiarity with federal, state, and local support services, client rights, and confidentiality laws, including HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2, is necessary. The candidate should have extensive knowledge of the services needed for individuals with serious and persistent mental illness. Strong abilities in evaluating and interpreting behavioral observations, building rapport with clients and their families, and addressing a full spectrum of service needs are essential. Effective communication skills, the ability to prepare documentation, and proficiency in maintaining narrative and statistical records and reports are also required. Additionally, the candidate should be adept at establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with colleagues and representatives from various public and private agencies.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Human Services (Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or Counseling) with one (1) year experience in case management services.
Join us!
If you have these qualities and meet the basic job requirements, we'd love to have you on our team. Apply now using our online application!
The selected candidate must successfully pass a criminal history fingerprint background investigation, DMV record check, Child Registry search, drug screening test and employment reference checks.
Salary : $49,612
