What are the responsibilities and job description for the Parole Re-Entry Case Manager position at RECAP?
```html
Join our dedicated team as a Parole Re-Entry Case Manager, where you will play a crucial role in supporting individuals transitioning back into the community. Our organization is committed to providing comprehensive support services to parolees, helping them reintegrate successfully. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by assisting clients with case management, transportation, and community engagement. The role reports to the Director of Newburgh Services and requires collaboration with a dynamic team to ensure the best outcomes for our clients.
Responsibilities- Assist clients in establishing positive community activities and connections within their immediate community.
- Review forms of pending parolees to identify client needs prior to release and participate in initial assessments and reentry release plans, including housing, DSS services, treatment, employment, and familial supports.
- Develop short and long-term reentry plans, including counseling, referrals, case conferencing, and collaboration with service providers for parolees.
- Work closely with team members to ensure all are updated on client progress, update participant case files, complete consent forms, and track compliance in a timely manner.
- Facilitate groups, including community meetings, conduct joint case reviews with RECAP or other programs, and maintain client confidentiality in accordance with agency policy.
- Operate a vehicle to provide client transportation to initial reports, job fairs, and job-related activities with other RECAP programs.
- Associate’s degree or coursework in pursuit of an associate’s degree.
- Experience in the human services field.
- Knowledge of principles and practices of the Criminal Justice and Social Services System.
- Demonstrated awareness and sensitivity to the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of Orange County’s diverse population.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, good organizational, time management, client service, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work accurately and meet deadlines with frequent interruptions.
- Ability to exercise flexibility, initiative, good judgment, and discretion.
- Ability to develop household budgets for clients.
- Computer literacy in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to drive on company business.
- Availability for crisis intervention rotation calls.
- Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
Salary : $23 - $25
