Trauma-Informed Court Support Navigator

BestSelf; Buffalo (NY); Presencial; USD 26.000 - 37.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

BestSelf is seeking a Justice Involved Support Specialist to support the New York Statewide Comprehensive Screening Project. You will conduct needs-based screenings and facilitate referrals for individuals with criminal legal involvement, coordinating with the Lackawanna City Court and community organizations.

Reporting to the Program Director, you will work with a multidisciplinary team to link clients to services addressing underlying causes of involvement, while maintaining thorough records

Qualificações

• Bachelor's in social work, psychology or related field or Associate with 2 years of related experience.
• LCSW/LMHC/CASAC preferred.
• Knowledge of justice-involved population and harm-reduction approaches.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct screenings for social determinants of health (housing, food, transportation, healthcare) around arraignment.
• Connect individuals to community-based organizations addressing identified needs.
• Collaborate with court staff, pretrial services, harm reduction agencies, diversion specialists, peers and community partners.
• Create, maintain and update a database of community resources and service providers.
• Maintain accurate records of screenings, referrals and client care documentation.
• Participate in trainings and treatment court integration; attend treatment team meetings.
• Communicate effectively with referral sources and other justice entities to ensure client-centered outcomes.

Conhecimentos

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Cultural competency

Formação

Bachelor's degree in social work/psychology or related field

Associate degree in behavioral health or related field with 2+ years experience

Descrição da vaga

BestSelf is seeking a Justice Involved Support Specialist to support the New York Statewide Comprehensive Screening Project. You will conduct needs-based screenings and facilitate referrals for individuals with criminal legal involvement, coordinating with the Lackawanna City Court and community organizations.

Reporting to the Program Director, you will work with a multidisciplinary team to link clients to services addressing underlying causes of involvement, while maintaining thorough records