FORENSIC DIVERSION COORDINATOR Join our purpose-driven, culture-intentional team as a Forensic Diversion Coordinator in our Forensic Diversion Program! Do you have a passion for changing lives and improving communities? We do too! At Connections Work, we not only provide services, we’re about creating lasting, positive change in our community. We’re looking for dedicated individuals to join our intentional team, where your work truly matters, and every day brings new opportunities to impact lives. Why us? · Culture of Collaboration: Be part of a team that supports and empowers each other. We believe in lifting each other up and working together to overcome challenges. · Growth and Development: We’re committed to your personal and professional growth. From regular training sessions to growth opportunities, we invest in your future. · Innovative Environment: Bring your creative problem-solving skills to a place where new ideas are encouraged, and innovation is celebrated. · Intentional Culture: Our culture is at the core of everything we do. By joining us, you’re contributing to meaningful work that truly impacts lives. What you’ll do: The Forensic Diversion Coordinator is responsible for identifying, coordinating, and facilitating diversion opportunities for individuals with mental health needs who are involved with or at risk of involvement with the criminal justice system. This position serves as a bridge between the behavioral health systems and the criminal justice system, aiming to reduce incarceration rates, promote recovery, and improve public safety through early intervention, case coordination, and collaboration with key stakeholders. Special Considerations: Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice, or related field, required. Minimum of 2 years of post-degree experience in behavioral health or forensic mental health settings, required. Experience working with diverse populations, including individuals with serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders, required. Experience in criminal justice settings, preferred. Knowledge of mental health systems, crisis services, and criminal justice processes, required. Ability to effectively build relationships and collaborate with law enforcement, courts, behavioral health providers, and other stakeholders, required. Skilled in communication, organization, and problem-solving, required. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, required. Proficiency with electronic health record systems, preferred. Bilingual in English and Spanish with skill in oral and written communication, including Spanish communication, preferred. Must possess a valid Driver’s License, have access to a vehicle and be willing to travel to and work at various locations as needed in order to conduct agency business. Some locations require working within the confines of a secure facility and in close contact with residents thereof. Must possess and maintain valid personal vehicle insurance. Must possess and maintain a valid child abuse clearance through ChildLine. Must possess and maintain a valid clearance through the Pennsylvania State Police. Must possess and maintain a valid clearance through the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Must not be a precluded individual on the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Medicheck fraud list. Connections Work is an equal opportunity employer. In fact, equity is built right into our culture! Job Type: Full-time Pay: $23.50 per hour Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Loan forgiveness Mileage reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Application Question(s): Do you have experience working with diverse populations, including individuals with serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders? Do you have knowledge of mental health systems, crisis services, and criminal justice processes? Do you have the ability to effectively build relationships and collaborate with law enforcement, courts, behavioral health provider, and other stakeholders? Are you aware that a security clearance with Berks County Jail is a requirement of this position, if selected? Are you aware that Act 153 child abuse clearances are a requirement for this position, should you be selected? Education: Bachelor's (Required) Experience: post-degree behavioral health or forensic mental health: 2 years (Required) Language: bilingual: English/Spanish (Preferred) License/Certification: Driver's License (Required) Ability to Commute: Reading, PA 19601 (Required) Work Location: In person
Salary: $23.50 an hour
Employment Type: ["Full-time"]
Qualifications
[ "Bachelor's (Required)", "Driver's License (Required)", "Post-degree behavioral health or forensic mental health: 2 years (Required)", "Work authorization (Required)", "Bilingual: English/Spanish (Preferred)" ]