Justice‑Involved Case Manager (Arizona – Statewide Prison Outreach Focus)

Sanctuary Recovery Centers Inc; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanctuary Recovery Centers Inc. seeks a Justice‑Involved Case Manager (Reentry & Prison Coordination) to support individuals preparing for release and reentry into the community across Arizona.

The role focuses on coordination with correctional facilities, probation, parole, and courts to ensure continuity of care and compliance with program requirements. The ideal candidate will manage assessments, service plans, and linkage to housing, employment, and clinical resources, while navigating

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience with justice-involved individuals and behavioral health populations.
• Knowledge of court systems, probation, parole, and reentry services.
• Ability to work independently in field-based environments and manage multiple caseloads.
• Valid Arizona driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Must pass background checks and fingerprint clearance.

Responsibilities

• Justice System Coordination: communicate with correctional facilities, probation, parole, and courts and coordinate reentry services before/after release.
• Case Management & Care Coordination: assess needs, develop service plans, connect to housing, employment, behavioral health, and medical resources.
• Reentry & Stability Support: assist clients transitioning from incarceration and address barriers to service engagement.
• Documentation & Compliance: maintain timely documentation and ensure HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, ADHS, AHCCCS standards.
• Community & Facility Engagement: travel within assigned regions, build relationships with reentry coordinators and facility staff.

Skills

Professional boundaries

Independent field work

Caseload management

Documentation

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

Behavioral Health

Criminal Justice

Psychology

Related field or equivalent experience

Job description

Justice‑Involved Case Manager (Reentry & Prison Coordination)

Location

Arizona – Statewide (priority hiring near correctional facilities and surrounding zip codes) Includes but not limited to:

• Phoenix / North Phoenix / Cave Creek
• Florence / Eloy / Coolidge
• Tucson
• Yuma
• Kingman
• Buckeye / Goodyear / Avondale

Field-Based + Community + Court + Facility Coordination

Position Summary

We are seeking motivated, mission-driven Case Managers to support justice‑involved individuals preparing for release and successful reentry into the community.

This role focuses on serving individuals connected to Arizona correctional facilities, probation/parole systems, and reentry programs, ensuring continuity of care, compliance with court/program requirements, and long-term stability.

The ideal candidate understands that reentry is not just about release-it's about structure, accountability, and support across multiple systems.

This position plays a direct role in:

• Reducing recidivism
• Improving treatment engagement
• Stabilizing housing, employment, and recovery outcomes

This aligns with your internal program model where case managers provide care coordination, service linkage, and compliance support for justice‑involved populations.

Key Responsibilities

Justice System Coordination

• Maintain communication with correctional facilities, probation, parole, and courts
• Support individuals in understanding and complying with legal obligations
• Coordinate reentry services prior to and immediately following release

Case Management & Care Coordination

• Conduct assessments, identify needs, and develop individualized service plans
• Connect clients to:
  • Housing
  • Employment
  • Behavioral health and SUD treatment
  • Medical and community resources
• Provide ongoing follow-up and progress monitoring

These responsibilities align with your structured case management model including assessment, planning, coordination, and advocacy for justice‑involved clients.

Reentry & Stability Support

• Assist clients transitioning from incarceration into the community
• Support routines, accountability plans, and service engagement
• Address barriers (transportation, documentation, benefits, etc.)

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate, timely documentation
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2, ADHS, and AHCCCS standards
• Participate in case staffing, team meetings, and reporting

Community & Facility Engagement

• Travel within assigned regions near correctional facilities
• Build relationships with reentry coordinators and facility staff
• Represent the organization in justice-system collaboration efforts

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in:
  • Social Work
  • Behavioral Health
  • Criminal Justice
  • Psychology
  • Related field OR equivalent experience
• Experience working with:
  • Justice‑involved individuals
  • Behavioral health and/or substance use populations
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Court systems, probation, and parole processes
  • Community resources and reentry services
• Ability to:
  • Maintain professional boundaries
  • Work independently in field-based environments
  • Manage documentation and multiple caseloads
• Valid Arizona driver's license & reliable transportation
• Ability to pass background checks and fingerprint clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience inside or working with:
  • Prisons, jails, or reentry programs
  • Probation or parole populations
• Bilingual (English/Spanish)
• Training in:
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-focused practices

Work Environment

• Community-based, facility-based, and office-based work
• Travel required within assigned Arizona region
• Regular interaction with justice system partners and high-need populations

Why Join Us

• Direct impact on reducing recidivism and improving community outcomes
• Opportunity to build partnerships with correctional systems across Arizona
• Mission-driven, growth-focused behavioral healthpost
• organization

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and productive work environment, Sanctuary Recovery Centers conducts background checks and drug screenings for all potential employees. Please note the following:

1. Background Check: All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. This may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information.

2. Drug Screening: Candidates must pass a drug screening test as a condition of employment. This test will screen for the presence of illegal substances and may include random testing during employment.

3. APS Registry: Candidates must pass an APS (Adult Protective Services) registry check before an offer of employment can be extended.

4. Confidentiality: All information obtained during the background check, drug screening, and APS registry check process will be kept confidential and used solely for employment purposes.

5. Compliance: Sanctuary Recovery Centers complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding background checks, drug screenings, and APS registry checks.

By applying for this position, you acknowledge and consent to these procedures.