ROOTS Pathway Home Specialist

Peckham; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Peckham Inc. is seeking a ROOTS Pathway Home Specialist in Lansing, MI. You will guide participants from intake through post-release supports, delivering CB I-EMP and life-skills training to prepare for living-wage jobs.

Responsibilities include coordinating with partners, building an individualized development plan, and assisting with job placements and retention services post-release.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or 3–5 years of related experience
• 0–2 years of related experience accepted with degree
• Understanding of public policy and applicable human resources laws
• Ability to research and build resources through community partners and Peckham programs
• Competence with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel

Responsibilities

• Lead intake process and manage service referrals
• Provide person-centered case management and coaching to participants
• Deliver Employment Readiness and CBI-EMP curriculum post-release
• Coordinate with community partners (MH, Michigan Works!, MDHHS) for supports

Education

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) required

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

*Staff positions are supportive roles providing support to our rehabilitation mission. Applicants for staff positions do not need to have a barrier to employment to be eligible for these roles.**To ensure full consideration for a staff position, please attach a resume to your application so we can gain a complete view of your experiences*Peckham Inc. - ROOTS Pathway Home SpecialistPOSITION SUMMARY:The ROOTS Pathway Home (ROOTS PH) Program will work with 150 people through December 31, 2028 who are returning to Lansing from the Ingham County Correctional Facility. The ROOTS PH Specialists will enroll eligible participants 20-270 days prior to their release from the ICCF. They will help participants create an Individualized Development Plan while incarcerated to identify career interests, engage in employment readiness activities, match them with educational opportunities, training, and credential attainment. Post-release, this position with support participants with paid work experiences, employment placement and retention services, and ultimately set them on a path to obtaining living-wage jobs. The ROOTS PH Specialists will deliver Cognitive Behavioral Interventions for Employment (CBI-EMP) curriculum to participants both in group and 1-1 settings. This position is responsible for the intake process, initial goal setting, and social supports service delivery to help participants meet their vocational goals. This will include crisis intervention, coaching, CBI-EMP Skills Classes, family intervention services, and case management. This individual will pull together internal and external resources to provide the best support possible.MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Lead program activities related to the initial intake process; including managing requests for services and referrals, holding intake appointments, and identifying appropriate enrollmentsDevelop and maintain electronic case files for program participantsProvide person-centered case management services to ROOTS PH participantsDeliver one-on-one coaching, crisis intervention and/or training with program participantsFacilitation of the Employment Readiness Curriculum including CBI-EMP skills, resume development, interview preparation, and life skills discussionsPrimary Instructor of Employment Readiness/CBI/Life Skill classes post releaseProvide needed social supports including obtaining personal documents, driver’s licenses, housing support, coordinating with other social service agencies, and public benefitsFacilitate Work Experiences and job placements with employer partnersWork with program staff to coordinate appropriate referrals to community partners including Community Mental Health, Michigan Rehabilitation Services, Michigan Works!, and Michigan Department of Health and Human ServicesDevelop and maintain community employment placements and complete follow up supportMaintain an accurate record of participant progress, engagement, services, and incentivesRegular communication with ICCF staff and parole/probation officers to coordinate support services and program activitiesComplete transition plan and 12 months follow up services for each participantOTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Communicate with community agencies and provide information about community resources to enhance support services for program participantsConduct orientation sessions for new program participantsWork with an interdepartmental team to monitor participants’ progress and enhance the quality of services providedResearch and build resources and team knowledge to help Team Members navigate community resources and internal resources so they can develop independence and self-sustainabilityMay attend community and Peckham events throughout the yearMaintain a safe and clean work environmentAssist in the training of people with disabilities as neededPromote Peckham’s vision, values, and services with the highest integrity and ethics to all customers and stakeholdersAssist in maintaining organization wide quality standardsMiscellaneous duties as assignedSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESThis position has no supervisory responsibilities.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSAbility to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and knowledge of cultural diversity in the workplaceBachelor's degree (B. A.) required and 0-2 years of related experienceOr 3-5 years of related experienceMust have understanding of public policy and applicable human resources lawsAbility to research and build resources through community partners and Peckham programsCompetence with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and ExcelProficiency in, or ability to learn OnTime and Workday, or another HRIS systemAbility to maintain and keep strict confidentialityThis position requires passing and maintaining federal and state security background checksAbility to obtain Instructor access in accordance with Ingham County Correctional Facility policies and guidelinesPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSDegree or Professional Credential in a related fieldExperience providing clinical supportComfortable working with diverse populations, including individuals who are previously incarceratedConflict Management skills and experienceEffective Communication and Writing skillsMentoring and Coaching skills and experienceProblem Solving and quality focusStress Management abilitiesCBI-EMP Instructor’s CredentialPHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities on a case-by-case basis.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities on a case-by-case basis.PECKHAM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYEREEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled. Peckham provides equal opportunities and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, height, weight, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION FOR APPLYING NOTICEFederal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of your application please:Email us at [e-mail] us at [phone]Visit us at: 3510 Capital City BLVD, Lansing, MI 48906 (M-F 8am - 4pm)Examples of reasonable accommodations may include making a change to the application process, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.Business Line:Human ServicesLocation:Lansing, MIWorker Sub-Type:Staff Member