AMVETS Jobs

Reference #: 115934 Job Details Job Location

Harrisburg - Harrisburg, PA

Position Type

Full Time

Salary Range

$21.15 Hourly

Description

BASIC FUNCTION Responsible for assisting in preparing inmates at three federal prisons within the Goodwill territory for reentrance to the community through pre-release planning, training for employment, and other supportive services. The Re-entry Service Navigator will provide identified services, advocacy, and program referrals, and collaborate with community partners to locate other needed services to assist re-entrants in overcoming barriers to successful reentry. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES A.  Assume responsibility as service provider and advocate for any federal re-entrant releasing to any community within the Goodwill Keystone Area territory. B.  Assist the Re-entry Education Manager in the development of an individualized pre-release plan for each re-entrant within Goodwill Keystone Area's territory by identifying specific resources in the community that meet the service needs as outlined in the plan. C.  Secure and verify information regarding the re-entrant's support system, family relationships, work history, and other pertinent personal and societal and social factors prior to release. D.  Assist with barrier remediation before and after the re-entrant release including employment, housing and transportation needs, securing identity documents, financial planning, technological literacy, supportive services, and referral needs. E.  Demonstrates competency in delivering PA DOC's Pathway to Success curriculum, digital literacy, and other curriculum as assigned to the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) reentrants. Demonstrates ability to make necessary adaptations to fit the population being served. Delivers job readiness and job retention instruction in a variety of basic methods to appeal to varying learning styles and abilities. Provide services in large-group, small-group, and one-on-one instruction. F.  Work with RRC staff to assist with determination of eligibility for enrollment into the reSTARt Initiative. Facilitate the needs assessment system with RRC staff and implement needs assessments with participants. Develop individual service plans in collaboration with RRC staff for those eligible for the reSTARt initiative based on completed assessments. Provide support and stabilization services as prescribed by the individual service  plan to participants. E.  Implement activities related to the pre-release plan to ensure successful reentry into the community. Provide, or refer re-entrant to supportive services in all phases of re-entry, including but not limited to employment, healthcare, mental health treatment, housing, transportation, childcare, work attire, work-related tools, school supplies, education, training, and legal aid services, as needed. F.  Deliver job readiness and job retention instruction in large groups, small groups, or one-on-one settings. G.  Act as a job coach and advocate while assisting re-entrant during job search, the hiring process, and employment; counsel re-entrants regarding work related issues. H.  Ensure the re-entrant's participation in the job club until attaining employment. I.  Maintain open communication with team members to ensure wrap around support and awareness of issues with re-entrants. Meet with staff to assist in implementing the work readiness curriculum. J.  Monitor ongoing re-entrant progress post-release. K.  Maintains compliance with project regulations, requirements, and performance outcomes and provides the required documentation to appropriate staff, agencies, and funding sources for all services and activities provided. L.  Completes data input into a management information system and timely completion of all reporting requirements. M.  Adherence to safety guidelines, policies, and security protocols established by the Bureau of Prisons and Goodwill and ensuring program re-entrants do the s me. N.  Willingness to work in various corrections facilities. O.  Communicates progress, problems, and concerns to Re-entry Program Coordinator.

Qualifications

•  Bachelor's Degree in Human Services, Social Services, Criminal Justice or related field; or a combination of education and experience to enable the individual to meet the standards and expectations of the position.
•  Ability to administer assessments that will inform reentry planning.
•  Ability to be trained in mental health first aid, motivational interviewing, and trauma-informed care
•  Ability to make public presentations.
•  Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evening hours and weekends.
•  Excellent oral and written communication skills; comfortable with public speaking.
•  Basic computer literacy including Microsoft and Google programs.
•  Ability to independently organize work to completion.
•  Must have a valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and satisfactorily complete a motor vehicle check on an annual basis.
•  Must be able to obtain acceptable results from required background checks, including Act 151 Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania Criminal History Check, Department of Human Services-FBI Fingerprints, and Bureau of Prison background investigation.

Goodwill Keystone Area is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO/Disabled/Veterans Employer)