Transition Age Youth (TAY) Forensic Specialist

Transition Age Youth (TAY) Forensic Specialist

Location: Pittsburgh PA

Job Type:Full-Time
Department:Human Services Administration Organization
Salary:Starting at $51000 per year (hourly equivalent)

About Us:
Human Services Administration Organization (HSAO)isdedicated to improvingthe lives of our clientsby offering comprehensive service coordination for individuals involved in behavioral healthcriminaljustice and educational systems. Our team-oriented approach ensures that clients and families receive the support they need to build on their strengths overcome challenges and achieve long-term recovery and success.

Job Overview:

TheTransition Age Youth (TAY) Forensic Specialistwill provide direct and indirect services for20-30young adults(ages16-24)involvedwithboth the Transition Age Youth (TAY) Initiative and the Criminal Justice System. This is a highly collaborative team approach position that worksclosely with the County TAY Providersas well as the Behavioral Health and Criminal Justice role provides assessment court advocacy service planning andcarecoordination from arrest through community reintegration.

Key Responsibilities:

ClientEngagement

• Review referrals todetermineintercept point(courtjailcommunity)

• Conduct outreach andmaintainmonthlyin-person contact

• Engage clients in Allegheny County Jail and community settings

Assessment and Service Planning

• Complete ANSA assessments within requiredtimeframe

• Developand implementCourtService Planswith multidisciplinary teams

Court Involvement

• Attendclient involvedcourt hearings

• PresentCourtService Plansandclient progress

Care Coordination & Resource Linkage

• Linkclients to mental health and drug & alcoholservices

• Assistwith accessing servicesincluding:employment education housing benefits medication clothing identification etc.

• Collaboratewith TAY Initiative Providers and treatment teams

Documentation& Compliance

• Completeassessments service plans casenotesand encounter formswithin specifiedtimeframes

• Meetestablishedproductivityandqualitystandards

• Comply withHIPAA confidentiality policies

Professional Development

• Participation in individual supervisionagencymeetings and ongoing trainings
  

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Social Work Psychology Education Criminal JusticePolitical Science Sociology Social Welfareor a related field

• 3years ofdirect clientexperience ina behavioralhealth Juvenile Justice or Criminal JusticeSystem orhumanservicessetting

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

• Ability to navigate multiple electronic health recordsand Microsoft Office Products

• Demonstrated cultural competence and the ability to work with diverse populations

Additional Requirements

• Full-time position requiring40 hoursper week

• ValidPennsylvania drivers license with access topersonalvehicle

• Current auto insurance that meets minimum collision coverage requirements

• Act 33 Act 34 and FBI Clearances (including Institutional Clearancesthrough the National Crimes Informational Center)

• Ability to meet with clients inside Allegheny County Jail

• Ability to completerequiredonboardingtraining within30 daysof hire

Work Conditions and Benefits:

• Full-time position(40hoursper week) with occasional evening or weekend hours to meet client needs.

• Hybrid work model(up to 2 days a weekafter probationary period): Field-based with theoptionto complete administrative tasks remotely.

• Compensation:$24.52/hour totaling $51000 per year

• Time Off:start with18 daysof paid time off5 sick days and10 holidays annually

• Health Benefits:Medical Dental Visioncoverages;Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)

• 401(k) Matching Program

• Mileage and parking reimbursementfor travel during work hours

Why Join Us

At HSAO we are committed to empowering individuals and families to overcome challenges and achieve their full potential. We offer a supportive dynamic environment where your work makes a tangible difference in the community. If you are passionate about service coordination and looking to grow within a collaborative team we encourage you to apply today.