REENTRY NAVIGATOR - Dauphin County, PA : Job Details

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF JOB:

* Develop reentry plans for inmates with substance use history.

* Provide procedural guidance on COMPASS enrollment.

* Check Promise status and initiate reactivation when necessary.

* Coordinate reentry services along with assigned Drug & Alcohol program counselor.

* Send referrals for Drug & Alcohol services when necessary.

* Work with Dauphin County Prison treatment staff to obtain weekly Needs Reports to identify individuals in need of substance use treatment/reentry services.

* Promote effective communication among staff, courts and agencies involved with reentry.

* Identify those requiring identification and/or driver's license services through coordination with classification treatment staff via provided Needs Report.

* Maintain weekly and monthly spreadsheets detailing state identification or driver's license status, earliest release dates and proof of identification verification.

* Document state identification and/or driver's license status in OMS.

* Ensure issuance of Photo Camera Card upon release from Dauphin County Prison for all eligible.

* Assist in obtaining identification verification to include attainment of birth certificate and/or social security card.

* Work with community partners to identify, verify and secure housing and treatment options.

* Maintain post release contact with treatment providers and clients to enhance recidivism tracking.

* Prepare monthly progress reports detailing contact with clients and treatment providers to include client contact with law enforcement.

* Establish and maintain documented communication with probation/parole during case planning.

OTHER DUTIES OF JOB:

* Attends meetings, seminars and training courses as required to boost core knowledge and treatment trends.

* Performs other job-related duties as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

* The Reentry Navigator receives occasional instruction and supervision from the Deputy Warden of Treatment and Director of Unit Management.

SUPERVISION GIVEN:

* The Reentry Navigator does not directly supervise.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

* Works indoors in limited workspace with fluctuating temperatures/ventilation and adequate lighting.

* Works indoors with frequent exposure to noise, disruptions, and stress.

* Normal indoor exposure to dust/dirt.

* Travels occasionally to various County offices and organizations in the community.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL CONDITIONS:

* Must possess ability to record, convey and present information, explain procedures and follow instructions.

* Must be able to sit for long periods throughout the workday, with intermittent periods of standing, walking, bending, twisting, reaching, stooping and grasping as necessary to carry out job duties.

* Dexterity requirements range from simple to coordinated movements of fingers/hands; feet/legs; torso necessary to carry out job duties.

* Sedentary work, with occasional lifting/carrying of objects with a maximum weight of twenty pounds.

* Must be able to cope with the physical and mental stress of the position.

* Must be able to pay close attention to details and concentrate on work.

* Must demonstrate resourcefulness in decision-making and problem-solving.

QUALIFICATIONS:

* EDUCATION/TRAINING

* Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, with major coursework in social sciences, psychology, education or a related field; plus

* It is expected that the successful candidate for this position will achieve and maintain any and all certifications mandated relevant by Dauphin County Prison for position.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

* Two (2) years' experience in psychological, educational, or vocational counseling or social work, preferably in a prison setting.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

* Knowledge of principles and practices of modern human services and case management.

* Knowledge of principles and practices of modern corrections.

* Knowledge of basic principles of administration and supervision.

* Knowledge of local and regional community-based organizations, religious and civic groups, public and private social-service and education providers.

* Knowledge of Prison classification system.

* Knowledge of pertinent Federal, State and County Prison Board policies.

* Proficient in the operation of personal computers and other office equipment as necessary.

* Skilled in interviewing and assessing persons of diverse age, culture, and educational attainment.

* Skilled in counseling and conflict resolution and coordination of treatment & security protocols.

* Skilled in coordinating the reciprocal agendas of treatment and security.

* Skilled in presenting and narrating presentations of public information for audiences of diverse age, culture and educational attainment.

* Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information and records.

* Ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions.

* Ability to assess and timely/accurately report (orally and in writing) extraordinary events and emergencies.

* Ability to implement routine and emergency procedures, timely and accurately; ability to exercise independent judgment, within stipulated bounds.

* Ability to work accurately and confidentially in an inherently stressful environment.

* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors; peers; subordinates; members of local and regional community-based religious and civic organizations; inmates, their families, friends, and advocates; education and social service professionals; and other interested persons.