Restorative Youth Diversion Specialist

Wheeler Clinic; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

403(b) Plan

Education reimbursement

Training and development opportunities

Productivity incentive

Licensure/certification reimbursement

15 vacation days

8 sick days

2 personal days

2 floating holidays

9 company holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Wheeler Clinic in Connecticut is seeking a full-time Diversion First program coordinator to help divert youth from formal court processing and connect them with behavioral health, education and community supports.

You will develop and maintain referral linkages with the Police Department, Public Schools, and Juvenile Probation, and provide direct case management to youth and families to improve treatment completion and life functioning.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in social work, criminal justice, psychology, counseling or related field required.
• Must have a valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provides coordination for referrals and maintains referral agreements with community sources.
• Develops and maintains relationships with Police Department, Public Schools, Juvenile Probation, DCF and area service providers.
• Provides direct case management and develops case management plans for assigned youth and families.
• Maintains client records and documentation for Medicaid, licensing and other accreditations.
• Determines eligibility for the YDT and ensures parental/youth agreement to participate.
• Performs screenings and prepares summary reports for the YDT.
• Implements YDT recommendations with community providers.
• Maintains family and collateral contact to meet diversion expectations.
• Attends team and staff meetings to coordinate case management.
• Assists in transportation, translation, and service delivery in office or community settings.

Education

BA/BS degree in social work, criminal justice, psychology, counseling or related field

Job description

Wheeler Clinic in Connecticut is seeking a full-time Diversion First program coordinator to help divert youth from formal court processing and connect them with behavioral health, education and community supports.

You will develop and maintain referral linkages with the Police Department, Public Schools, and Juvenile Probation, and provide direct case management to youth and families to improve treatment completion and life functioning.