Re-Entry Coordinator - SARC

Job summary:

The Re-entry Coordinator will have significant responsibility for the implementation of the Reentry Program at Set Free Alaska. They will work closely with clients enrolled in the program providing wrap-around services to support clients who experience barriers because of a criminal history as they re-enter life outside the confines of imprisonment.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Associates degree in human services or a minimum of four (4) years’ experience in a related field
• Ability to:
  • Pass a drug screening and State of Alaska background check
  • Qualify for SFA’s commercial automobile insurance
• A current valid driver’s license

Skills required:

• Great written and verbal communication skills
• Punctuality reporting to work and in delivery of direct services
• The ability to:
  • Work as a team member including accepting and providing supervision
  • Establish and maintain clear therapeutic boundaries
  • Build report with clients, staff and the community
• Basic computer skills including internet navigation and fluid use of electronic communication tools

Job responsibilities:

• Assist potential clients in the completion of the intake packet, connect clients to resources necessary to complete the intake process, notify clients of acceptance
• Provide re-entry services, including:
  • Preparing clients for release
  • Advocacy with SUD counseling, housing assistance, accessing public benefits, and other case management needs
  • Assisting clients with job prep, job training and job search
  • Support in navigating their supervision
• Coordinate with service providers and facilitate access to services in the community which promote the physical, mental and spiritual health of the client
• Establish and maintain an active list of resources available in the community, and foster working relationships with providers of those services
• Remote work at local correctional facilities, in the community as well as work at the main office
  

Supervision:

• Re-entry Coordinator will receive direct supervision from the Associate Clinical Director