Community Connections Center (C3) Resource Specialist

Lakewood, CO - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Do you want to make a difference and change lives EVERY DAY

Do you have what it takes to be a positive influence on people in the criminal justice system

Are you looking for an entry level position to get your foot in the door

Make a difference by working with a companycommitted to enhancing clients success. RISE UPwith us by incorporating our values every day.

Respect

Integrity

Understanding

Professionalism

Intervention Inc. a Colorado non-profit provides services within the criminal justice system across the state of Colorado including sobriety monitoring (UAs/BAs) electronic monitoring probation supervision and community corrections.

Commitment to employee training and career growth
Opportunity to make a differencewhile gaining experience in the criminal justice field
Medical dental and vision insurance
401(k) retirement program with generous company match and immediate vesting
Paid holiday vacation and sick time
Intervention is a qualified employer under the public service student loan forgiveness (PSLF) program
Shift differential for overnight and weekend hours

OVERVIEW

The Community Connections Center (C3) Client Recovery Specialist assists justice involved clients in connecting with resources to support stability reduce barriers and foster success. This is a grant funded position.

Support promote and adhere to the mission values and code of conduct of Intervention and C3.
Reflect Intervention Inc.s and C3 commitment to treating all persons with dignity and respect.
Maintain confidentiality of client company and program information.
Carry out all duties/responsibilities in accordance with Intervention and C3 values policies procedures applicable laws and contractual/grant obligations.
Assess individuals for service needs.
Assist individuals with navigating the CJ system by connecting them with necessary resources to provide stability and reduce barriers to success.
Works directly with C3 Partner Agencies involved in the delivery of needed services.
Develop and maintain working relationships with C3 Partner Agencies to assist and support participants.
Work with C3 Coordinator to identify gaps in resources and addition of new partner agencies to the C3.
Assist with development and maintain resource guide.
Complete all data entry and report tracking as required.
Maintain required participant information/files.
Participate effectively as a team member through communication cooperation information sharing and problem solving.
This job requires meeting with clients within jail(s) and community corrections facilities.
Travel may be required.
Attend and participate in required trainings and apply skills and knowledge.
Additional tasks and duties as assigned.
Regular and predictable attendance.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelors degree from accredited four-year college or university in Social Behavioral Science or related field preferred.
Two-three years of related experience working with justice involved and human services population required. Experience may replace educational requirements.

SKILLS

Demonstrated understanding of resources available to assist clients who may be experiencing homelessness judicial involvement need resources for mental health substance use.
Demonstrated experience in applying Motivational Interviewing skills and techniques preferred.
Ability to assess individuals for needs and resources.
Ability to enter data generate reports and utilize variety of software programs and databases.
Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
Knowledge of the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and appropriate techniques and practices of the justice involved population.
Ability to interact effectively as a team member and independently with staff stakeholders partners and with diverse client base.
Must pass background check and be granted access to required databases.

Title: C3 Resource Specialist
Location:Lakewood CO
Hours:Monday Thursday 7a-5:30p
Starting Pay: $27.41/hour

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