Reentry Case Manager

at The Salvation Army USA Central Territory in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description THE SALVATION ARMY NORTH & CENTRAL ILLINOIS DIVISION PATHWAY FORWARD PROGRAM POSITION DESCRIPTION POSITION TITLE: Reentry Case Manager LOCATION/DEPT: Pathway Forward Program REPORTS TO: Program Manager - Case Management PAY GRADE: 205 PAY RANGE: $19.97-$23.96 OUTCOMES Carries an assigned caseload of residents currently in the custody of the Federal Bureau of Prisons (B.O.P.) or the United States Probation and Pretrial Office. Provides comprehensive case management and other services targeted to enhance resident competencies related to a successful transition into the community. Works with each assigned resident to promote a productive lifestyle, reduce the risk of recidivism, and address specific factors that impact the individual resident's criminality and reentry. Oversees the resident's progress through the re-entry program from intake to release. Ensures that all case files are properly organized, up to date, and accurate. Contributes to promoting an overall rehabilitative environment at the re-entry center. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Intake Works with Intake Department and all other Pathway Forward Program staff to ensure that resident files are properly set up and all necessary intake and orientation procedures are completed on time. During initial meeting with newly arrived resident, ensures inquiry about need for special accommodation given documented health issues. Ensures inquiry about need or preference for special or restricted diet. After completion of 'Medical Screen' and verification of need for follow-up health care, prepares 'Request for Approval for Medical Treatment and Reimbursement' (Med. Cert), forwarding this in timely manner along with required documentation to B.O.P. Healthcare Services. Within 72 hours of a newly assigned resident's arrival, completes a 'Prison Rape Elimination Act' (P.R.E.A.) Initial Screening. Prior to assigned residents' completion of 30 days in program, administers 'Prison Rape Elimination Act' Re-Screening. Reviews the residents' financial status and processes Indigent Grant Fund requests for indigent residents to obtain medication. Arranges transportation for residents with serious medical conditions to report for medical appointments and/or pick up medication. As part of the intake process, undertakes a comprehensive assessment of the resident's strengths, needs, and risk factors for recidivism. Within 7 days of the resident's arrival, administers the 'Correctional Assessment and Intervention System' (C.A.I.S.). Upon residents' completion of required intake, forwards request for Program Review Team (P.R.T.) initial staffing. Prepares 'Program Staffing Report' in advance of initial staffing and presents case at initial P.R.T. staffing. Works with residents referred by the United States Probation and Pretrial Services. Ensures that each assigned resident requiring completion of physical exam within 5 business days complies with Intake Department and meets requirement. Reports all concerns to the assigned Probation Officer (U.S.P.O.). Resident Interaction Meets with each assigned resident every 14 days, entering comprehensive 'Supervision Plan' at each meeting which reflects the resident's current accountability and re-entry progress (or lack thereof), including their progress in achieving goals established in the 'Preliminary Treatment Plan'. Ensures responsiveness to resident concerns. Enters required resident movements into the community according to program guidelines/parameters. Monitors resident movement in the community and ensures resident accountability. Ensures residents receive required legal documentation in timely manner. Provides residents with verification letters to assist I.D. update. Ensures assigned residents report for mandated aftercare. Employment Communicates with the Learning Resource Center (L.R.C.) to ensure resident completion of requirements. Along with the L.R.C., assists the resident identifying employment, school, or job training opportunities appropriate to the resident's education and skill set. Maintains collaborative relationships with outside agencies. Facilitates referrals of residents, as deemed appropriate for that resident, to outside job readiness/job placement agencies, job training or certification programs, or school programs. Prepares request for employment spot... For full info follow application link. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. 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