Case Manager, Diversion Programs

Case Manager

The Center for Justice Innovation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing community safety and racial justice. Since 1996, we've worked alongside communities, courts, and those most directly affected by the justice system to build stronger, healthier, and more equitable neighborhoods. With a team of over 900 staff and an annual budget of $130 million, the Center carries out its mission through three core strategies: operating programs that pilot new ideas and address local challenges; conducting original research to evaluate what works—and what doesn't; and providing expert assistance and policy guidance to reformers across the country and beyond.

The Staten Island Justice Center (SIJC; Justice Center) offers an array of programming for both youth and adults in Staten Island, focusing on engaging those with current or past justice involvement. The Justice Center's Alternatives to Incarceration programming provides judges, prosecutors, and defense attorneys with alternative community sentencing options that hold individuals accountable in a way that is meaningful, proportionate, and restorative. The goal is to provide participants with individual and group services that help them to avoid future contact with the justice system and promote swift case resolutions that bolster public confidence in justice.

Reporting to the Clinical Coordinator, the Case Manager will be responsible for the monitoring and case management of program participants, referring participants to voluntary social service interventions, and helping promote compliance with pre-plea and post-plea conditions. The Case Manager will stay in regular contact with participants, including facilitating in-person case management meetings. The Case Manager will also facilitate groups and assist in development of onsite services for participants. Additionally, the Case Manager will be in communication with attorneys' offices, community-based providers, and draft memos to keep the court informed of participants' compliance. The Case Manager will work closely with an interdisciplinary team providing adult case management services.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Provide comprehensive case management services to a caseload of short- and long-term mandated clients;
• Manage a caseload of over 40 ATI participants, ensuring consistent engagement and progress tracking;
• Coordinate and facilitate scheduling of community service appointments, providing ongoing support and guidance to participants mandated for community service requirements;
• Provide voluntary service referrals to individuals, to help address issues such as substance use, mental health, trauma, domestic violence, housing, and vocational needs;
• Coordinate with service providers to facilitate, follow-up, and assist participants with voluntary service referrals;
• Maintain appropriate client and group information in electronic databases and hard files;
• Connect with and maintain relationships with outside service providers to increase referral sources for clients;
• Monitor and report on compliance to court stakeholders and work with defense and district attorneys to bring program participants into compliance;
• Participate in individual and group supervision, department staff meetings, interdisciplinary meetings, and on and off-site trainings;
• Assist with administrative responsibilities, including data management, grant reporting and compliance monitoring;
• Assist with other Justice Center intakes and assessments, as needed;
• Attend Staten Island Justice Center's events after hours, as needed;
• Attend all required staff meetings and trainings;
• Assist the Director with the development and implementation of new policies, programs, initiatives, and/or interventions; and
• Perform other duties as necessary to support the Staten Island Justice Center and department activities.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or a minimum of 3-4 years of experience working in a social service setting. Experience working in a court or criminal justice setting strongly preferred. Bilingual (English-Spanish) is preferred. Seeking a highly organized candidate with an ability to multi-task, and work in a fast-paced environment. Must be able to provide service in a strengths-based manner and understand the importance of meeting clients where they are. Willingness and interest in engaging individuals (youth and adults) with mental health and substance abuse needs. Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds in a culturally-responsive manner required. Candidate must have professional demeanor and ability to communicate appropriately with building stakeholders. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication, and writing skills required.

Position Type: Full time, Monday - Friday from 9:00am - 5:00pm.

Position Location: Staten Island, New York.

Compensation: The compensation range for this position is $52,000 - $65,400 and is commensurate with experience.

Benefits: The Center for Justice Innovation offers an excellent benefits package including comprehensive healthcare with a national network, free basic dental coverage, vision insurance, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts including commuter FSA. We prioritize mental health care for our staff and offer services like Talkspace and Ginger through our healthcare plans. We offer a 403(b) retirement plan with a two-to-one employer contribution up to 5%.

The Center for Justice Innovation is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other category protected by law. We strongly encourage and welcome applications from women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and individuals with prior contact with the criminal justice system. Our goal is to create a supportive and respectful environment where everyone, regardless of background or identity, feels valued and included.

At this time, the Center is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.

Candidates are expected to provide accurate and truthful information throughout the hiring process. Any misrepresentation, falsification, or omission of material facts may result in disqualification from consideration, withdrawal of an offer, or termination of employment, regardless of when discovered.

In compliance with federal law, all hires must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment verification form upon hire.