Job description

Re-Entry and Reintegration Referral Coordinator

Reports to: Associate Director of Violence Prevention and Intervention Department

Program/Department: Violence Prevention and Intervention

Classification: Exempt

Revision Date: January 2023

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Reintegration Referral Coordinator will be responsible for fielding all referrals from the state and county for participants to the sub-awardees based on an assessment and need. This individual will be the point of contact for all parole, prison, and state agencies referring participants for re-entry services.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The Referral Coordinator will be responsible for working with the state and county parole boards to filter referrals to all regional organizations based on need and fit
• The Referral Coordinator will be the first point of contact for the returning residents and will complete an initial assessment before assigning them to an organization
• The Referral Coordinator will also work with a data consultant for referral and assignment data points
• The Referral Coordinator reports directly to Organizational and Regional leads
• The Referral Coordinator must establish rapport with each organizational lead to ensure intake and assessments are completed
• The Referral Coordinator will report at regional monthly meetings on the flow of referrals and capacity to serve
• Participates in organizational annual events including but not limited to the Puerto Rican People’s Parade, Fiesta Boricua, Three Kings Day, and Haunted Paseo Boricua

This position requires compliance with all of The PRCC’s written standards, including its Standards of Conduct, all policies and procedures, and Regulatory Compliance requirements. Compliance will be considered as part of the regular performance evaluation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum two years of experience working with returning citizens in a human service setting, trauma-informed care, social service setting, or related field preferred
• Combination of training, education, or lived experience working/participating in a program or organization serving individuals who are system impacted
• Knowledge and/or experience of jail/prison environment and knowledge of the criminal justice system preferred
• Must have a valid driver's license and an insured vehicle

SKILLS:

• Bilingual - English/Spanish preferred
• Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends

LICENSURE:

• Certified peer support specialist preferred

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associates Degree preferred with coursework in Social Sciences, Human Services, Criminal Justice, Psychology, or a related field
• Combination of training, education, or lived experience working/participating in a program or organization serving individuals who are system impacted
• Knowledge and/or experience of jail/prison environment and knowledge of the criminal justice system preferred

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

OSHA Category 3 – Involves no regular exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues, and tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues are not a condition of employment.

Job Type: Full Time

Pay: $50,000

Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, PTO

EEO Statement:

The Puerto Rican Cultural Center (PRCC) is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to creating a welcoming workplace that celebrates inclusion and diversity. The PRCC provides equal employment opportunity to all applicants and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, or promotion based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other basis or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, The PRCC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Prepared by: HR Department

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Chicago, IL 60622: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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