Re-Entry Specialist (Part Time)
Isaiah House
Job Title: Re-Entry Specialist
Organization: Isaiah House
Location: East Orange, NJ
The Re-Entry Specialist shall be responsible for assisting in all areas necessary to the well-being and security of clients for the re-entry program. The Re-Entry specialist shall report directly to the Re-Entry Specialist Coordinator.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist in monitoring and tracking progress of individuals in the program according to approved treatment plan.
- Maintain accurate and complete records of all program activities, referrals and /or services by documenting them on the NJLEAD Participant Form and Contact List.
- Review daily entries and client logbooks.
- Uphold the confidentiality and privacy rights of clients.
- Work closely with the Reentry Specialist Coordinator in providing a range of support services to assist in reintegration.
- Maintain a safe/secure environment with unscheduled rounds (room checks).
- Look up essential resources such as housing, employment opportunities, healthcare services, and educational programs to provide to Supervisor.
- Complete NJLEAD individual contact sheets and submit them to Re-Entry Specialist Coordinator by the end of each day.
- Attend NJ Lead Events and Resource Fairs.
- Act with integrity and adhere to ethical standards in all client interactions and service delivery.
- Adhere to agency rules and policies.
- Willingness to venture and extend self to assist others.
- Demonstrate sensitivity to the issues and concerns of the populations served by the agency.
- Be flexible for a wide range of tasks from the routine and predictable to the unique and unexpected.
- Regular attendance and punctuality expected.
THESE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AS DEEMED APPROPRIATE AND NECESSARY BY PROGRAM DIRECTORS AND SENIOR STAFF MEMBERS
Qualifications:
- Associate degree in criminal justice or social work preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in reentry services or related field without degree.
- Detail oriented with great organizational and time management skills.
- Computer and communication skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs (Word, Excel & Outlook)
- Valid New Jersey driver’s license
Job Type: Part-time
Schedule: Monday – Friday; 3pm to 8pm or 4pm to 9pm or 5pm to 10pm.
Salary: $16.00 to $18.00 an hour.