Bi-Lingual Residential Case Manager

Community Partners in Action, Inc.; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 53,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) retirement

Employer-paid protection

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee assistance

Supportive workplace culture

Job summary

Community Partners in Action, Inc. (CPA) seeks a dedicated professional for the Hartford Transitional House program.

The position supports men in a supervised residential setting, guiding assessments, planning, and coordination of services to promote positive behavioral changes and successful transitions. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least one year of assessment/case management experience, bilingual English/Spanish abilities, a valid driver's license, and strong communication

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least 1 year of experience in assessments and case management.
• Bi-lingual English/Spanish required; strong written and oral communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct resident intake, admission, and assessment (LSI-R) using motivational enhancement strategies.
• Develop the Residential Individual Service Plan based on assessment outputs.
• Coordinate and follow up on resident referrals to community-based services.
• Monitor resident behaviors and implement program behavior management system.
• Prepare accurate progress and discharge reports and participate in weekly service meetings.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Strong communication

Criminal justice knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

LSI-R

CDCS

Securmanage

Job description

Community Partners in Action (CPA) is a nonprofit organization that works with adults and youth throughout Connecticut, supporting the transition from life in the criminal justice system to life in the community.

Our commitment to ensuring participants have the right to work; the right to an adequate standard of living including food, clothing, and housing; the right to physical and mental health services; and the right to education has never wavered since our founding in 1875.

As an employee working in one of the following programs you will have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of the adults and youth in our care and create a safer, and more integrated society:

• Holistic alternatives to incarceration, reentry services, community service, transitional housing, residential supervision of adults and youth and a prison arts program.

Annually serving over 4,000 participants, our work is possible due to partnerships with and support from state and federal grants, individual donors and organizational funders.

Join us in the belief that people deserve a second chance.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
We strive to build and maintain an inclusive, equitable workplace where people of all races, ethnicities, ages, sexual orientations, and economic backgrounds feel like they belong. The majority of our staff are diverse and close to half of our Board of Directors are people of color. We are equally 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 committment here.

Benefits & Professional Development
Community Partners in Action offers a competitive benefits package, including health insurance, a 401(k) program, in addition to professional development and career opportunities. Employees must work a minimum of 25 hours per week and have been with CPA for at least 60 days to qualify.

CPA is An Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Affi

SALARY: $28.41 Per Hour ($59,093 annually)

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 over 4,000 individuals throughout Connecticut, our work is possible due to partnerships with and support from individuals, government, private funders, organizations, and businesses.

Join a mission-driven team working to advance equity, inclusion, systemic change, and criminal justice reform. We support our employees with comprehensive benefits, generous paid time off, and a workplace centered on well-being. Eligibility for the benefits below varies by work schedule.

• Health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees who work at least 25 hours per week; eligibility begins after 60 days of employment.
• Retirement: Eligibility to participate in the 401(k) plan after 60 days of employment.
• Employer-paid protection: Basic life, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage for employees who work at least 25 hours per week.
• Voluntary benefits: Critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance, prepaid legal services, personal accident insurance, supplemental short-term disability, and whole life insurance.
• Paid time off: Generous vacation, personal, and sick leave.
• Paid holidays: 13 paid holidays each year.
• Employee support: Access to an Employee Assistance Program.
• Workplace culture: A supportive environment focused on employee health, wellness, and meaningful work.

CPA is guided by our BEDI (Belonging, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) culture. 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 culture at https://cpa-ct.org/our-bedi-journey/

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The Hartford Transitional House (HTH) provides men with a supervised structured, residential environment that is safe and supportive. HTH is a stable atmosphere that enhances the efforts of the residents and staff to effect positive changes in residents' behavior and decision making. The program promotes responsibility and accountability while reinforcing the values of tolerance, respect, cooperation, and concern during the men's stay, while meeting the needs of the referral source.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's degree plus one year experience in conducting assessments and case management duties. Equivalent work experience will be considered in lieu of education. Knowledge of criminal justice and court systems and the ability to interact with people of diverse backgrounds. Must have strong written and oral communication skills. Experience in conducting assessments and case management functions preferred. Must possess strong computer skills. Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) required. Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation. Schedule includes two late days per week (12:30 PM - 8:00 PM).

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES

• Conduct resident intake, admission and assessment (LSI-R) using motivational enhancement strategies.
• Develop the Residential Individual Service Plan based on assessment outputs.
• Provide recommendations for the coordination and sequencing of program services for residents.
• Recognize and address resident ambivalence and resistance and help residents maintain motivation to change.
• Collaborate with AIC, Adult Behavioral Health services, Advanced Supervision and Intervention Support and other community-based services.
• Coordinate and follow up on resident referrals to community-based services, as necessary and appropriate.
• Monitor resident behaviors and implement program behavior management system on a consistent basis.
• Prepare accurate and timely progress and discharge reports.
• Collaborate with referral sources.
• Participate in weekly Service Team Meetings.
• Supervise urine tests as required.
• Administer initial PREA assessment within 24 hours of admission and PREA reassessment within 30 days.
• Complete the necessary case documentation on each resident in a timely manner, as established by the Program Manager.
• Input resident data into the Contractor Data Collection System (CDCS) and maintain, update, and utilize the data as directed by the Program Manager.
• Utilize CPA's case management system (Securmanage) as directed by the Program Manager.
• Serve as a role model to clients and staff and model pro-social behaviors.
• Promote a culture of respect, empathy, mutual support, belonging and work to eliminate any unconscious bias or discrimination in our beliefs, rules and systems.
• Remain current on research and literature reviews with "what works" in changing offender behavior and recidivism reduction.
• Attend and participate in all training and booster sessions related to position, as directed by Program Manager.
• Solicit resident satisfaction feedback.
• Establish appropriate boundaries with residents and significant others.
• Participate in quality assurance review of resident sessions and assessment.
• Participate in related seminars, panels, and workshops to enhance professional development visibility of agency.
• Regular, reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Perform all other duties as required.

An Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Affifo