Reentry Case Manager

THE SALVATION ARMY

NORTH & CENTRAL ILLINOIS DIVISION

PATHWAY FORWARD PROGRAM

POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE : Reentry Case Manager

LOCATION / DEPT : Pathway Forward Program

REPORTS TO : Program Manager - Case Management

PAY GRADE : 205

PAY RANGE : $19.97-$23.96

OUTCOMES

Carries an assigned caseload of residents currently in the custody of the Federal Bureau of Prisons (B.O.P.) or the United States Probation and Pretrial Office. Provides comprehensive case management and other services targeted to enhance resident competencies related to a successful transition into the community. Works with each assigned resident to promote a productive lifestyle, reduce the risk of recidivism, and address specific factors that impact the individual resident's criminality and reentry. Oversees the resident's progress through the re-entry program from intake to release. Ensures that all case files are properly organized, up to date, and accurate. Contributes to promoting an overall rehabilitative environment at the re-entry center.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Intake

• Works with Intake Department and all other Pathway Forward Program staff to ensure that resident files are properly set up and all necessary intake and orientation procedures are completed on time.
• During initial meeting with newly arrived resident, ensures inquiry about need for special accommodation given documented health issues. Ensures inquiry about need or preference for special or restricted diet. After completion of 'Medical Screen' and verification of need for follow-up health care, prepares 'Request for Approval for Medical Treatment and Reimbursement' (Med. Cert), forwarding this in timely manner along with required documentation to B.O.P. Healthcare Services.
• Within 72 hours of a newly assigned resident's arrival, completes a 'Prison Rape Elimination Act' (P.R.E.A.) Initial Screening. Prior to assigned residents' completion of 30 days in program, administers 'Prison Rape Elimination Act' Re-Screening.
• Reviews the residents' financial status and processes Indigent Grant Fund requests for indigent residents to obtain medication. Arranges transportation for residents with serious medical conditions to report for medical appointments and / or pick up medication.
• As part of the intake process, undertakes a comprehensive assessment of the resident's strengths, needs, and risk factors for recidivism. Within 7 days of the resident's arrival, administers the 'Correctional Assessment and Intervention System' (C.A.I.S.).
• Upon residents' completion of required intake, forwards request for Program Review Team (P.R.T.) initial staffing. Prepares 'Program Staffing Report' in advance of initial staffing and presents case at initial P.R.T. staffing.
• Works with residents referred by the United States Probation and Pretrial Services. Ensures that each assigned resident requiring completion of physical exam within 5 business days complies with Intake Department and meets requirement. Reports all concerns to the assigned Probation Officer (U.S.P.O.).

Resident Interaction

Employment

Special Requests

Monitoring

Case Files

Home Confinement

Relocation

Discipline Issues

Release

Staffing

Other Duties

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

This position reports to the Program Manager - Case Management.

In contacts related to this position's duties this individual acts as a representative of The Salvation Army and its mission.

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS

This individual will be evaluated on how effectively the outcomes of this position are achieved, as well as the timeliness, accuracy, and completeness of performance.

A performance review will be conducted.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

COMPETENCIES

POSITION LIMITATIONS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

THE SALVATION ARMY MISSION STATEMENT

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.