Tuesday, March 2, 2010

Case Manager, THE PROGRAM for Offenders, Inc. – Pittsburgh, PA

Posted: 3/2/10

Position:          Case Manager
Location:         Pittsburgh, PA (primarily Oakland and downtown areas)
Reports To:     Manager of Case Management Services - Supportive Services Department

Summary:
THE PROGRAM for Offenders, Inc. (TPFO) is a nonprofit organization that provides residential alternatives to incarceration, drug and alcohol treatment, and a wide range of support services to male and female offenders in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. TPFO’s mission is to provide supportive services for offenders to give them a second chance and to give their children a first chance. The organization’s goals are to provide services that facilitate the reintegration of offenders into society while reducing the number of offenders returning to criminal behavior; to increase community awareness about the plight of offenders; and to provide programs that strengthen families and deter intergenerational crime.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Have current knowledge of the criminal justice system, human service systems and all applicable drug and alcohol treatment, health and safety standards as regulated by the city, county, state or federal government
Complete appropriate intake procedure, client orientation, and administer handbook test within residential center’s designated time frame on assigned caseload
Work with client to complete and maintain service plan
Create and maintain a file for all clients served including documentation of a minimum of one formal weekly contact per client on caseload
Track, document, and maintain all pertinent medical and legal information on assigned clients
Perform monitor duties as needed including but not limited to drug screenings, room searches, personal searches, etc.
Complete resident’s pharmaceutical documentation and maintain communication with pharmacy regarding resident prescription needs.
Review and approve all client community passes, weekly schedules and budgets
Facilitate team meetings for client review and adjustment hearings
Advocate for clients at all necessary court hearings
Prepare and submit necessary parole papers or other legal documentation as required
Other duties as assigned

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

This position requires a self-starter who is motivated to assist and support clients of TPFO to identify, monitor and achieve their self-sufficiency goals.
Ability to maintain effective relationships with clients, families, supervisors, staff, the criminal justice system, and outside organizations.
Ability to communicate effectively (oral, written and electronic).
Fluent in Microsoft Applications such as Access, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Ability to show respect and sensitivity for cultural differences
Ability to comply and maintain with all safety and security measures
Ability to understand and utilize best practices and statistical data with regards to the incarcerated population, children and families of incarcerated parents
Ability to establish and replicate best practices
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Contribute to building a positive team spirit and supports everyone’s efforts to succeed

Education/Experience:
This position requires a Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year college or university in a related field and one-two years of direct experience in the criminal justice field.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:

Must be able to obtain Act 33 & 34 clearances
Must be able to obtain Allegheny County Jail Clearances
Must be able to obtain additional clearances as required
PA Drivers License and working vehicle are required

TO APPLY: Please submit a cover letter, resume, 3 professional references, and salary history to:

administrator@tpfo.org

or you can fax your documents to HR at (412) 731-2240.

Review of resumes/packets will begin on March 5, 2010 and continue until the position is filled.

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

TPFO is an equal opportunity employer.

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