Bilingual Reentry/Transitional Case Manager

Company Description

A best-in-class city that attracts best-in-class talent, Philadelphia is an incredible place to build a career. From our thriving arts scene and rich history to our culture of passion and grit, there are countless reasons to love living and working here. With a workforce of over 30,000 people, and more than 1,000 different job categories, the City of Philadelphia offers boundless opportunities to make an impact.

As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.

What we offer

• Impact - The work you do here matters to millions. 
• Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it? 
• Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.
• Benefits - We care about your well-being.

Agency Description

The Office of Reentry Partnerships (ORP) was formed in August 2019 and charged with elevating and organizing citywide reentry efforts and supporting the Kenney administration’s goals for violence prevention, criminal justice reform, and community reinvestment. ORP’s mission is to empower returning citizens, partner organizations, and the public to interrupt cycles of recidivism and build thriving communities. As Philadelphia’s hub for reentry referrals, resources, and training, the goals of the Office of Reentry Partnerships are to: 1) Set a clear vision and direction for a measurable citywide approach to improving reentry outcomes; 2) Drive and sustain an unprecedented level of coordination between the local government, other government partners, service providers, education and training programs, employers, and community members; and 3) ensure that City reentry initiatives are research- and data-driven.

ORP is part of the Office of Policy and Strategic Initiatives for Criminal Justice and Public Safety (CJPS) in the Managing Director’s Office. Other offices in CJPS include the Office of Criminal Justice, Office of Violence Prevention, and Town Watch Integrated Services.

Job Description

Provide comprehensive case management services for the adult reentry participants as they navigate the reentry process.  This position will provide case management and transitional management to persons currently incarcerated as well as persons who have been released from incarceration and need a continuum of care.  Work with participants using and Integrated Case Management process that will orient and assess participant readiness for programming, identifying strengths and challenges to achieving goals and collaborating with participants in formulating a strong reentry plan. Work closely with other program staff both in the jails and prisons as well as other community partners to monitor progress, and coordinate referral support. This position will also work with external partners (such as literacy, behavioral health and housing providers, benefits, etc.) to ensure that services are coordinated, and participants are able to fully engage in a holistic reentry process.

Essential Functions

• Provide case management services including but not limited to personal development plan, referral for supportive services, outreach and connection to community resources to address barriers to employment and life management challenges
• Assist with the facilitation of orientations, workshops and other initiatives both individual or group
• Conduct individual assessments; tool may vary based on program. Determine eligibility based on contractual requirements in accordance with established criteria
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with others, including training partners, correctional staff, program participants, probation/parole officers and other collaborating partner staff
• Provide information and referral to community resources to help participants address their employment and life management barriers that could affect ability to achieve career goal
• Assess participants’ training readiness and make recommendations documenting any concerns or potential barriers
• Work closely with other team members, communicating regularly, attending training and team meetings, etc.
• Work closely with City agencies such as Commerce (the Fair Chance Hiring Initiative), The Office of Children and Families (Adult Education, Free Library), Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations, and external stakeholders including Philadelphia Works, the Philadelphia Reentry Coalition,