Case Manager - Beacon (Temp)

Amity Foundation, an internationally acclaimed teaching and therapeutic community, is seeking compassionate and enthusiastic individuals to join as Advocate (Case Manager). The role works with prison programs to help the inmate population and enhances training and experience in the field. The Advocate (Case Manager) is a direct provider of casework services to participants, including intake, needs assessment, the development of case management plans, and treatment progress monitoring.

Responsibilities

Provide all program components and all other services (except Job Development) to the THP participants; Conduct initial intake and needs assessments for all participants assigned to caseload; Prepare, review, and update Case Management Plans (CMP) for participants on caseload; Develop and monitor participant progress relative to CMP through all phases of the program and confer regularly with CDCR staff concerning program progress and transition planning; Document all progress and services provided in participants' files; Make appropriate referrals to outside agencies as necessary; Develop discharge and post-completion plans; Maintain collaborative relationships with Program Director, CDCR liaisons, and THP participants; Maintain comprehensive case records and accurate statistical information for THP participants and services; Conduct an initial orientation upon participant arrival and sign attendance in the participant's file; Sign and date assessment documentation and place it in the participant's case file; Provide intake screening including citizenship status, Veteran status, American Indian/Alaskan Native status, medical and/or mental health conditions, and health care coverage status; Ensure CMP goals, objectives, and target needs are based on assessment results; Participate in CMP review every 30 days for each participant on caseload; Participate in community-building activities as appropriate; Additional duties as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences or a related field, OR high school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of two years' experience working with a criminal justice or related population; Valid California driver's license and eligibility for Amity vehicle insurance; Understanding of causes, symptoms, and effects of long-term incarceration; Recognition of the importance of individual differences created by personalities, cultures, lifestyles, social networks, and other factors that influence behavior; Ability to apply this knowledge to re-entry practices; Operational knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and Access; Ability to integrate and align treatment options with institutional recommendations, participant indications, and the results of the evidence-based assessment tool; Ability to demonstrate proper attitudes and techniques towards program participants; Ability to work cooperatively with a multi-disciplinary team; Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; Ability to work with minimal supervision and constructively with diverse people and parties with divergent perspectives; Understand and apply Amity policies and procedures; Protect participants' health, safety, welfare, and confidentiality of records

Benefits

100% employer sponsored medical, dental, and vision; Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays; 401K, HSA, and life insurance programs; Community-oriented workplace