Reentry Resource Coordinator

GAGE PERSONNEL; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a purpose-driven team as a Reentry Resource Coordinator, where your work makes a real impact in the community. In this role, you'll assist individuals involved in the justice system by providing essential resources and support, conducting assessments, and building relationships with community organizations. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute positively to the lives of others while working in a vibrant city rich in culture and history. If you're passionate about making a difference and have strong communication skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in social work or community services preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to document data accurately.

Responsibilities

• Provide resource referrals and support to justice-involved individuals.
• Conduct assessments and collaborate with community organizations.

Skills

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field

Tools

Spreadsheets

Database Management

Job description

Job Description

Connections Work is looking for a REENTRY RESOURCE COORDINATOR

Join their purpose-driven, culture-intentional team as a Reentry Resource Coordinator!

Connections Work not only provides services, but also aims to create lasting, positive change in our community. They seek dedicated individuals to join their intentional team where your work truly matters, and every day offers new opportunities to impact lives.

What you’ll do:

The Reentry Resource Coordinator is responsible for duties at the Reentry Resource Center (RERC) in the Connections Work office and at the Berks County Jail System (BCJS). Responsibilities include providing information, assistance, and resource referrals to individuals involved in the justice system who are not current Connections Work clients. Tasks include conducting Barriers and Basic Needs Assessments (BBNA), identifying immediate needs, providing ancillary supports, facilitating warm hand-offs to community service providers, and enrolling eligible persons into Connections Work programs.

Essential Functions:

1. Develop and maintain communication with BCJS Treatment Staff to identify potential clients nearing release who need services.
2. Conduct BBNA interviews with inmates and walk-ins, identify needs, and provide information and referrals to community services. Offer warm hand-offs and ancillary supports when appropriate.
3. Collaborate with the Reentry Works (RW) team to enroll participants into RW when suitable and eligible.
4. Engage in outreach to justice system organizations and community service providers about the services available through the RERC.
5. Build and maintain professional relationships with community organizations serving justice-involved individuals.
6. Document information in files, spreadsheets, and databases; compile statistical data for reports and outcomes.
7. Respond promptly to inmate correspondence and provide information about agency programs and services in Berks County.

Special Requirements:

• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred, with strong oral and written communication skills.
• Valid Driver’s License, access to a vehicle, and willingness to travel to various locations, including secure facilities.
• Maintain valid personal vehicle insurance.
• Obtain and maintain clearance authorization through the BCJS (Connections Work will facilitate this).
• Complete ongoing training and certifications as required.

Connections Work is an equal opportunity employer.

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