Forensic Coordinator: Reentry & Community Care Lead

Wisconsin Community Services, Inc.; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization in Wisconsin is seeking a Forensic Coordinator for Waukesha and Milwaukee Counties. The successful candidate will provide ongoing service coordination, advocacy, and monitoring for residents in various programs. Key responsibilities include developing therapeutic relationships with participants and coordinating treatment plans. Applicants must possess a degree in social work or psychology and experience in case management. The role requires a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive throughout the counties involved.

Qualifications

• Experience in case management and service coordination; experience serving people with a mental illness, substance use disorder, or other special populations required.
• Valid driver’s license, automobile, and insurance sufficient to meet agency requirements.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, plan, and ensure follow-through with community treatment for individuals participating in OARS, CR, OCRP and/or JBCR Programs.
• Engage and develop a supportive one-to-one therapeutic relationship with each participant.
• Utilize MI skills as a primary approach to enhance participant participation and success.
• Monitor ongoing treatment needs and compliance with treatment for all program participants.
• Coordinate community support services including referrals.

Skills

Communication

Technological Aptitude

Problem-Solving Skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Motivation

Professionalism

Multicultural Sensitivity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or related Human Services field

Job description

A community service organization in Wisconsin is seeking a Forensic Coordinator for Waukesha and Milwaukee Counties. The successful candidate will provide ongoing service coordination, advocacy, and monitoring for residents in various programs. Key responsibilities include developing therapeutic relationships with participants and coordinating treatment plans. Applicants must possess a degree in social work or psychology and experience in case management. The role requires a valid driver’s license and the ability to drive throughout the counties involved.