Full-time · CT, United States
Case Manager, Hartford Reentry Welcome Center, Hartford, CT
COMPENSATION: $21.40/Hour ($44,500 Annual)
AGENCY DESCRIPTION
One of the oldest organizations of its kind in the country, Community Partners in Action (CPA) was founded nearly 150 years ago to champion criminal justice reform and advocate for preserving the dignity of those in and out of prison. Through our programs that include reentry and housing, youth initiatives, a nationally recognized Prison Arts Program, and holistic alternatives to incarceration, we provide a long-term impact that positively transforms individuals and society at large. Annually serving nearly 7,000 individuals throughout Connecticut, our work is possible due to partnerships with and support from individuals, government, private funders, organizations, and businesses.
CPA launched our BEDI (Belonging, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) Journey in June 2020. Led by a task force that includes board members, our executive leadership team, program managers and staff who act as BEDI Ambassadors from each of our programs, WE ARE COMMITTED to building and maintaining an inclusive, equitable workplace and COMPELLED to have a constructive impact on criminal justice reform in CT that ends racial inequities and ensures the humanity and dignity of those interacting with the system. Read more about our BEDI journey at https://cpa-ct.org/our-bedi-journey/
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Hartford Reentry Welcome Center Case Manager supports participants returning home from prison to Hartford and the surrounding areas with their successful reintegration back into their communities. The Case Manager provides strategic case management services and assists participants with accessing the community resources needed post release. Services and resources include but are not limited to:
POSITION REQUIRMENTS
Bachelor’s, preferably in Criminal Justice or Social Services and at least two years of experience providing case management services. Experience may be considered in lieu of education. Must have strong emotional intelligence and written and verbal communication skills; knowledge of community providers that offer services to the criminal justice population; ability to interact with a multi-cultural population and crisis management skills. Decision- making and knowledge of cognitive-behavioral approaches are important. A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required. Bi-lingual capacity (English/Spanish) preferred. A candidate in recovery for at least five years and/or formerly incarcerated is desirable. If formerly incarcerated, the individual must have completed parole and/or probation and have no criminal justice involvement for at least three years.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:
An Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Affirmative Action