Reentry Success Navigator

RISE; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

RISE seeks a Community Navigator to guide program graduates returning to the community from prison. You will work with individuals pre- and post-release to remove reentry barriers and help navigate community resources and services.

The Community Navigator will administer needs assessments, review reentry and personal action plans, help individuals set short- and long-term goals, provide employment and housing search assistance, make community referrals to wrap-around services, conduct wellness

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred in Social Sciences, Human Services, Criminal Justice, Psychology or related field.
• Combination of training, education, or lived experience in serving system-impacted individuals is valued.
• Knowledge of jail/prison environment and criminal justice system is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Guide program graduates in transition from prison to the community using peer support and case management.
• Build and nurture relationships with individuals on caseload and collaborate with program staff.
• Administer post-release needs assessments and refer to housing, benefits, health care, and wrap-around services.
• Assist with obtaining forms and documents and navigate challenges of a record.
• Coordinate with community organizations and NDCS staff to support reentry goals.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in Social Sciences or related field (preferred)

Job description

RISE seeks a Community Navigator to guide program graduates returning to the community from prison. You will work with individuals pre- and post-release to remove reentry barriers and help navigate community resources and services.

The Community Navigator will administer needs assessments, review reentry and personal action plans, help individuals set short- and long-term goals, provide employment and housing search assistance, make community referrals to wrap-around services, conduct wellness