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Job Description THE ORGANIZATION The Center for Justice Innovation is a community justice organization that centers safety and racial justice. Since our founding in 1996, the Center has partnered with community members, courts, and the people most impacted to create stronger, healthier, more just communities. Our decades of experience in courts and communities, coupled with our field-leading research and practitioner expertise, help us drive justice nationwide in innovative, powerful, and durable ways. For more information on how and where we work, please visit . The Center is a 900-employee, $130 million nonprofit that accomplishes its vision through three pillars of work: creating and scaling operating programs to test new ideas and solve problems, performing original research to determine what works (and what doesn’t), and providing expert assistance and policy guidance to justice reformers around the world. Operating Programs The Center’s operating programs, including the award-winning Red Hook Community Justice Center and Midtown Community Justice Center, test new ideas, solve difficult problems, and attempt to achieve systemic change within the justice system. Our projects include community-based violence prevention programs, alternatives to incarceration, reentry initiatives, and court-based initiatives that reduce the use of unnecessary incarceration and promote positive individual and family change. Through this programming, we have produced tangible results like safer streets, reduced incarceration, and improved neighborhood perceptions of justice. Research The Center's research teams are staffed with social scientists, data analysts, and lawyers who are academically-trained or have lived experience and who conduct research in the U.S. and globally on diverse criminal-legal system and justice issues. Their work includes evaluating programs and policies; conducting exploratory, community-based studies; and providing research translation and strategic planning for system actors. The Center has published studies on topics including court and jail reform, intimate partner violence, restorative justice, gun violence, reentry, sixth amendment rights, and progressive prosecution. The research teams strive to make their work meaningful and actionable to the communities they work with, policymakers, and practitioners. Policy & Expert Assistance The Center provides hands-on, planning and implementation assistance to a wide range of jurisdictions in areas of reform such as problem-solving courts (e.g., community courts, treatment courts, domestic violence courts), tribal justice, reducing incarceration and the use of fines/fees and reducing crime and violence. Our current expert assistance takes many forms, including help with analyzing data, strategic planning and consultation, policy guidance, and hosting site visits to its operating programs in the New York City area. Center Support A dedicated support team within the Center ensures the smooth functioning of operations across various domains, including finance, legal, technology, human resources, fundraising, real estate, and communications. Comprising 15% of the organization's staff, these teams provide essential infrastructure support and innovative solutions aligned with the Center's mission and values. THE OPPORTUNITY Launched in 1993, the award-winning Midtown Community Justice Center is one of the country’s first problem-solving courts. Seeking to reduce crime and incarceration and increase public trust in justice, the Midtown Community Justice Center works with neighborhood stakeholders to improve Midtown Manhattan. The court responds creatively to low-level offending, seeking alternatives that are restorative to the community. In keeping with that goal, Midtown also operates upstream programming to divert adults and young people from prosecution. The Center for Justice Innovation operates Project Reset, New York City's pre-arraignment diversion program, city-wide. Operating in collaboration with the New York Police Department, District Attorney’s Offices, and the Mayor’s Office of Criminal Justice, Project Reset seeks to create a proportionate response to low-level crime by avoiding the use of incarceration and the potential harms associated with the traditional criminal justice process. Traditionally, Project Reset participants complete programming in advance of their court date in lieu of prosecution. Recently, the Midtown Community Justice Center began offering Rapid Reset, which offers the same diversion opportunity to Project Reset-eligible people who show up to court. Midtown Community Justice Center is seeking a Program Associate to join the Project Reset team. Reporting to the Project Reset Program Coordinator, the Program Associate will be staffed on the Midtown Community Justice Center’s Diversion team. The Program Associate will support the engagement of Project Reset-eligible individuals by conducting initial outreach, preliminary intakes, schedule programming, update compliance and lead completion protocols, facilitate off-ramps from programming, connect participants to resources and referrals, manage case files and records, and build awareness of the program among potential participants and legal and court stakeholders. The Program Associate will also support the Project Reset team with regular operations, as needed, including leading intakes for Rapid Reset clients, liaising with court-based partners, and co-coordinating Rapid Reset processes with Justice Center colleagues. While supporting Project Reset programming at the Midtown Community Justice Center, the Program Associate will also work closely with Midtown’s Community Justice's Alternatives team. The Program Associate may also be called upon to support other programs and initiatives at Midtown Community Justice Center as needed. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Contact potential Project Reset participants and describe the diversion option, conduct an initial intake and screening, and schedule them for programming;, • Conduct comprehensive needs-based intakes and assessments, case management, and service linking for Midtown’s Project Reset clients;, • Follow-up with participants to remind them of upcoming programming and encourage compliance;, • Contribute to front desk coverage in Midtown’s intake area as needed;, • Help manage court room data collection, ensure programmatic outcomes are updated in real time and communicated to Reset and DANY staff;, • Support the Resource Coordinator, CJA Program Associate, and Project Reset Rapid Engagement Specialist with liaising in the courtroom with prosecutors, defense attorneys, and other court staff and make recommendations about Midtown’s services;, • Determine whether a potential participant is suitable for group-based work or merits additional screening and/or individual counseling with a licensed social worker;, • Provide comprehensive, strengths-based case management to help participants address issues such as substance use, mental health, trauma, domestic violence, housing, and vocational goals;, • Conduct intakes and screenings, updating compliance, and facilitate group workshops as needed;, • Maintain organized records of outreach attempts, daily attendance sheets, completion, and other project details;, • Maintain accurate computer records in both the Center’s internal case management tool and a database that is shared with project partners;, • Prepare and circulate outreach materials and certificates of program completion;, • Connect with Project Reset-eligible individuals who appear at arraignments and describe the diversion option, conduct an initial intake and screening, and connect them to same-day programming;, • Liaise with court stakeholders, including defense attorneys, the Manhattan District Attorney's Office, court officers and clerks at Midtown to support the Rapid Reset project;, • Work with the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office (DANY), defense agencies, and court partners, staff to identify eligible Project Reset participants;, • Liaise with partner providers and subcontractors to update attendance and participant compliance;, • Work with the clinical team to refer participants to voluntary social services;, • Facilitate and co-facilitate group-based programming;, • Research, identify and develop potential referral sources for program participants;, • Participate in staff meetings, team-building exercises, trainings, and site visits;, • Participate in limited evening and weekend community meetings, events, and programming, as needed;, • Perform other relevant duties, including coverage and support, as needed to support the Midtown Community Justice Center and Center for Justice Innovation; and, • Bilingual (Spanish-English) preferred;, • Experience in a court or criminal justice setting preferred;, • Experience and/or comfort working with both adolescents and adults required;, • Knowledge and/or lived experience related to the criminal justice system and its impacts strongly preferred;, • Highly organized, with a strong commitment to systems, process and data collection;, • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with multiple agencies and organizations including court personnel;, • Knowledge of community-based resources throughout New York City is helpful;, • Candidates must be willing and able to work collaboratively with colleagues and a variety of court personnel and partner agencies in a high-pressure/fast paced work environment, • Ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds in a culturally responsive manner;, • Openness to effective engagement with other professionals in the court setting who have differing and, at times, competing perspectives;, • Must be self-motivated and able to complete responsibilities independently; and Position Location: Manhattan, NY, specifically the Midtown Community Justice Center (314 W 54th Street, New York, NY 10019). Compensation: The compensation range for this position is $52,000 - $58,000 and is commensurate with experience. 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. Please refer to the job posting for relevant contact information. If contact details are not provided, we kindly ask that you refrain from inquiries via phone or email, as only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Powered by JazzHR vmmXZpTQRN

Job Description THE ORGANIZATION The Center for Justice Innovation is a community justice organization that centers safety and racial justice. Since our founding in 1996, the Center has partnered with community members, courts, and the people most impacted to create stronger, healthier, more just communities. Our decades of experience in courts and communities, coupled with our field-leading research and practitioner expertise, help us drive justice nationwide in innovative, powerful, and durable ways. For more information on how and where we work, please visit . The Center is a 900-employee, $130 million nonprofit that accomplishes its vision through three pillars of work: creating and scaling operating programs to test new ideas and solve problems, performing original research to determine what works (and what doesn’t), and providing expert assistance and policy guidance to justice reformers around the world. Operating Programs The Center’s operating programs, including the award-winning Red Hook Community Justice Center and Midtown Community Justice Center, test new ideas, solve difficult problems, and attempt to achieve systemic change within the justice system. Our projects include community-based violence prevention programs, alternatives to incarceration, reentry initiatives, and court-based initiatives that reduce the use of unnecessary incarceration and promote positive individual and family change. Through this programming, we have produced tangible results like safer streets, reduced incarceration, and improved neighborhood perceptions of justice. Research The Center's research teams are staffed with social scientists, data analysts, and lawyers who are academically-trained or have lived experience and who conduct research in the U.S. and globally on diverse criminal-legal system and justice issues. Their work includes evaluating programs and policies; conducting exploratory, community-based studies; and providing research translation and strategic planning for system actors. The Center has published studies on topics including court and jail reform, intimate partner violence, restorative justice, gun violence, reentry, sixth amendment rights, and progressive prosecution. The research teams strive to make their work meaningful and actionable to the communities they work with, policymakers, and practitioners. Policy & Expert Assistance The Center provides hands-on, planning and implementation assistance to a wide range of jurisdictions in areas of reform such as problem-solving courts (e.g., community courts, treatment courts, domestic violence courts), tribal justice, reducing incarceration and the use of fines/fees and reducing crime and violence. Our current expert assistance takes many forms, including help with analyzing data, strategic planning and consultation, policy guidance, and hosting site visits to its operating programs in the New York City area. Center Support A dedicated support team within the Center ensures the smooth functioning of operations across various domains, including finance, legal, technology, human resources, fundraising, real estate, and communications. Comprising 15% of the organization's staff, these teams provide essential infrastructure support and innovative solutions aligned with the Center's mission and values. THE OPPORTUNITY Brooklyn Justice Initiatives (BJI) seeks to reengineer the experience of criminal court in Brooklyn, New York by providing judges and attorneys meaningful alternatives to bail, fines, and jail sentences. Operating out of Kings County Criminal Court, Brooklyn Justice Initiatives is a team of social service providers, court-based resource coordinators, and others who seek to improve the quality of justice. By providing meaningful pre-trial supervised release and post-conviction sentencing options, Brooklyn Justice Initiatives seeks to use an arrest as a window of opportunity to change the direction of a participant’s life and avoid the harmful effects of incarceration. Brooklyn Justice Initiatives is seeking a Compliance Specialist. Reporting to the Compliance Manager, the Compliance Specialist will implement and execute strategies to ensure accurate compliance tracking and reporting for the Supervised Release team at BJI. The Compliance Specialist will also assist all Brooklyn Justice Initiatives with compliance concerns, audits, and data collection and entry. The Compliance Specialist will ensure programmatic deliverables are being met and provide both internal feedback and written updates to the Court including defense attorneys, Assistant District Attorneys, clerks, and Judges on a regular basis. The Compliance Specialist is also responsible for working with the Compliance Manager, the Associate Director of Compliance, and other Compliance Specialists to oversee the accuracy of internal data and execute quality assurance of BJI’s practices. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Engage in routine auditing of Brooklyn Justice Initiatives programs including: program compliance and other internal audits;, • Track participants’ progress in accordance with all grant requirements;, • Coordinate with court staff to provide participants’ compliance, eligibility, and case status to stakeholders, including prosecutors, defense attorneys, clerks, and other court staff;, • Provide written case updates to the court and other court staff including compliance & non-compliance reporting;, • Generate daily and weekly compliance memorandums detailing participants’ mandates, upcoming court dates, and outcomes;, • Coordinate across BJI programming for cross-over participants also within the Alternatives to Incarceration program;, • Maintain appropriate participant information in electronic databases, including, but not limited to, data entry and collection, mandate information and court outcome information;, • Assist the Compliance Manager, Associate Director of Compliance and senior management with the development and implementation of new programs, protocols, initiatives, and/or interventions;, • Assist with training initiatives for program staff and new hires;, • Work closely with the Center for Justice Innovation’s Data Analytics & Applied Research team to improve quality assurance of all BJI programming;, • Review and analyze internal trends and practices to support programmatic evaluation;, • Attend all required staff meetings (clinical team, all staff, etc.) and trainings, which may include non-traditional business hours; attend project events after hours, with advanced notice as needed; and, • Perform additional relevant tasks, as needed.Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and at least one year of experience working in a criminal court setting and/or human service field, or 3-4 years’ experience in the criminal justice field as an equivalency. Strong Microsoft Excel, organization, and communication skills, in addition to strong writing ability, are a must. Candidates must have the ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds in a culturally responsive manner. Professional demeanor and ability to communicate appropriately with judges and other court personnel is required. Position Type: Full-time. Position Location: Brooklyn, NY. Compensation: The compensation range for this position is $52,000 - $63,500 and is commensurate with experience. 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. Please refer to the job posting for relevant contact information. If contact details are not provided, we kindly ask that you refrain from inquiries via phone or email, as only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Powered by JazzHR HFTOljaYdm

Job Description THE ORGANIZATION The Center for Justice Innovation is a community justice organization that centers safety and racial justice. Since our founding in 1996, the Center has partnered with community members, courts, and the people most impacted to create stronger, healthier, more just communities. Our decades of experience in courts and communities, coupled with our field-leading research and practitioner expertise, help us drive justice nationwide in innovative, powerful, and durable ways. For more information on how and where we work, please visit . The Center is a 900-employee, $100 million nonprofit that accomplishes its vision through three pillars of work: creating and scaling operating programs to test new ideas and solve problems, performing original research to determine what works (and what doesn’t), and providing expert assistance and policy guidance to justice reformers around the world. Operating Programs The Center’s operating programs, including the award-winning Red Hook Community Justice Center and Midtown Community Justice Center, test new ideas, solve difficult problems, and attempt to achieve systemic change within the justice system. Our projects include community-based violence prevention programs, alternatives to incarceration, reentry initiatives, and court-based initiatives that reduce the use of unnecessary incarceration and promote positive individual and family change. Through this programming, we have produced tangible results like safer streets, reduced incarceration, and improved neighborhood perceptions of justice. Research The Center's research teams are staffed with social scientists, data analysts, and lawyers who are academically-trained or have lived experience and who conduct research in the U.S. and globally on diverse criminal-legal system and justice issues. Their work includes evaluating programs and policies; conducting exploratory, community-based studies; and providing research translation and strategic planning for system actors. The Center has published studies on topics including court and jail reform, intimate partner violence, restorative justice, gun violence, reentry, sixth amendment rights, and progressive prosecution. The research teams strive to make their work meaningful and actionable to the communities they work with, policymakers, and practitioners. Policy & Expert Assistance The Center provides hands-on, planning and implementation assistance to a wide range of jurisdictions in areas of reform such as problem-solving courts (e.g., community courts, treatment courts, domestic violence courts), tribal justice, reducing incarceration and the use of fines/fees and reducing crime and violence. Our current expert assistance takes many forms, including help with analyzing data, strategic planning and consultation, policy guidance, and hosting site visits to its operating programs in the New York City area. Center Support A dedicated support team within the Center ensures the smooth functioning of operations across various domains, including finance, legal, technology, human resources, fundraising, real estate, and communications. Comprising 15% of the organization's staff, these teams provide essential infrastructure support and innovative solutions aligned with the Center's mission and values. THE OPPORTUNITY The Center for Justice Innovation if offering a unique opportunity to support two initiatives. Bronx Community Solutions is seeking a Peer Specialist to provide extensive outreach to program participants and treatment providers to help coordinate communication and program completion. The Peer Specialist will work as a community-based peer outreach coach to inform and connect individuals to Bronx HOPE, provide Narcan training and education, coordinate the treatment referral process, and engage new participants to ensure successful case completion and recovery goals. Reporting to the Senior Program Manager of Bronx HOPE, the Peer Specialist will participate in a special project with the HOPE team and the NYPD. They will learn and provide outreach and engagement to community residents, connecting individuals to services and offering support and guidance. In addition, the Peer Specialist will provide and train on how to use Narcan, support the treatment referral process and observe initial assessment to ensure timely and responsive participant engagement and outcomes. In collaboration with stakeholders, the Peer Specialist will also be stationed in different court parts to provide intervention services to satisfy their efforts to engage participants to ensure successful case completion. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Dispatch/Community Duties: • Collaborate closely with NYPD to respond to precinct-level arrests to meet with potential HOPE participants at Bronx Precincts;, • Engage individuals who are arrested for controlled substance and motivate them to seek treatment, harm reduction, and/or recovery support assistance;, • Coordinate and facilitate individual education that is responsive to the specific interests and needs of the individual, which may include a focus on treatment, harm reduction, and/or relapse prevention;, • Contact and coordinate with case management team to facilitate entry into harm reduction or substance abuse treatment based on the level of care determination;, • Coordinate referrals and follow up with participants as needed;, • Provide crisis intervention and support to program participants as needed;, • Administer and provide training on use of Narcan;, • Conduct street outreach in the Bronx and surrounding communities to engage individuals around substance use, harm reduction and the HOPE program’s offerings;, • Facilitate harm reduction and Narcan workshops at Bronx Community Solutions’ office;, • Accurately and efficiently document client interactions;, • Send electronic assessments and reports to the HOPE team in a timely and accurate fashion;, • Operate company vehicle in the community for community outreach and immediate client engagement and drive participants to referred services when needed;, • Help with loading and replenishment of materials needed in the vehicle;, • Attend team meetings, supervision, trainings and perform other administrative duties as required; and, • Station in the Bronx Community Solutions office or Bronx County Criminal Court to meet with potential participants;, • Engage individuals who are in court after an arrest to offer support and connection to appropriate programming;, • Provide crisis intervention and support to program participants as needed in collaboration with the case management team, service providers and identified family and/or friends of the participant;, • Provide location support by traveling with participants to appointments and assisting participant with transportation to crisis services;, • Use lived experience and be comfortable serving as a role model of personal recovery to connect with members and support them in their goals;, • Ability to communicate accurately, empathically and under time constraints;, • Comfort working and collaborating with law enforcement and court staff; and, • A high school diploma and at least 2 years of relevant experience;, • Must have experience with integrated substance abuse assessment and treatment, motivational interviewing techniques, and stage-wise treatment;, • Valid Driver's License required;, • CRPA (Certified Recovery Peer Advocate) preferred;, • Experience using Microsoft Office programs, particularly Microsoft Word and Microsoft Outlook (for regular e-mail correspondence);, • Knowledge of the principles and practices of harm reduction; and Position Location: Bronx, NY. Compensation: The compensation range for this position is $52,000 - $54,000 and is commensurate with experience. 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. Please refer to the job posting for relevant contact information. If contact details are not provided, we kindly ask that you refrain from inquiries via phone or email, as only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Powered by JazzHR X5UDcOqqbL

Job Description Job Title: Peer Specialist, CRPA Job Summary: CASES is a New York City agency at the forefront of the intersection between behavioral health and involvement in the criminal justice system. Our mission is to increase public safety through innovative services that reduce crime and incarceration, improve behavioral health, promote recovery and rehabilitation, and create community success opportunities. The Behavioral Health division consists of a continuum of services for justice-involved individuals with serious mental illness. The Nathaniel Clinic is an OMH-licensed Article 31 clinic that provides outpatient mental health services to adolescents and adults, focusing on providing care to those involved in the criminal legal system. Peer Specialists play an integral role in the recovery process, and the services they provide have shown to promote positive health and recovery outcomes. The Peer Specialist is part of a multidisciplinary team working collaboratively with therapists, psychiatrists/PNPs, and nurses to assist with person-centered goal planning, collaborate with participants, and support systems to identify immediate needs and service requirements and recommend treatment objectives. They will also support participants in navigating systems within the behavioral health, human services, and criminal legal systems as needed by providing escorts and acting as advocates and liaisons. Shift Hours: This position is full-time Monday – Friday from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM with flexibility to wok one to two days from 11am - 7pm. Location Address: 424 East 147th St, Bronx, NY 10455. Our office is easily accessible by public transportation. Workplace Flexibility: Flexible - Staff have flexibility to complete their workday from home or another suitable space, typically after reporting to the office and/or engaging in field or community-based work. Salary: The salary for this role is $54,000 per year What You Will Be Doing: • Assist with developing person-centered goal planning., • Collaborate with participant and care management team to identify services based on individual needs and recommend treatment objectives., • Assess and provide services to participants to address housing, income support, education and vocational training, social support, employment, and primary care needs., • Assist participants with linkages and navigating systems within the behavioral health, human services, and criminal justice systems as appropriate., • Act as an advocate and liaison for participants in accessing resources to support service plan goals., • Use motivational interviewing, recovery, and trauma-informed approaches when delivering peer services., • Provide individual peer support, wellness counseling, crisis intervention and harm reduction., • Complete Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP), safety plans, and relapse prevention plans., • Conduct mobile outreach to participants to offer support and re-engage them into services., • Connect with family, significant others and support system, as identified by the participant, to promote recovery goals., • Contribute to ongoing organizational commitments to diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracist practices in delivery of services and work., • Provide culturally competent services in accordance with CASES policies and practice., • Help ensure we maintain a safe working environment by reporting any hazards or unsafe conditions, e.g., liquid spill in hallway, to the appropriate facilities staff member or supervisor., • Any other duties as required by senior clinical leadership. What We Are Looking For: • High school diploma or equivalent., • Must have active Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) status in good standing. This position requires a Certified Recovery Peer Advocate certification, which is different than a Certified Peer Specialist certification., • At least 18 months of work experience providing peer support to individuals with serious mental illness and/or substance use disorder and criminal justice involvement., • Lived experience with mental health and/or substance use treatment services., • Individuals with previous criminal justice experience are encouraged to apply., • Proficiency with computer and electronic and health records. Preferred Skills: • Fluency in Spanish. Employee Benefits: CASES cares about employee wellbeing, and we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family, including: • Medical, • Dental, • Vision, • Vacation and Paid Time Off – starting at 25 days-off annually, plus an additional summer self-care day, • 12 Paid Holidays per year, • Retirement 403b Competitive matching up to 6%, • Employee Referral Program Although we would love to learn about the skills of every candidate, only selected candidates that are selected will receive a response. We encourage you to apply for any position(s) you feel you are qualified for. CASES is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment with CASES is based solely on qualifications and competence for a particular position without regard to race, color, ethnic or national origin, age, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or marital, military, or citizenship status. We also actively recruit individuals with prior involvement in the criminal legal system. This position is full-time Monday – Friday from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM with flexibility to wok one to two days from 11am - 7pm. 35 hours per week excluding break.

Job Description THE ORGANIZATION The Center for Justice Innovation is a community justice organization that centers safety and racial justice. Since our founding in 1996, the Center has partnered with community members, courts, and the people most impacted to create stronger, healthier, more just communities. Our decades of experience in courts and communities, coupled with our field-leading research and practitioner expertise, help us drive justice nationwide in innovative, powerful, and durable ways. For more information on how and where we work, please visit . The Center is a 900-employee, $130 million nonprofit that accomplishes its vision through three pillars of work: creating and scaling operating programs to test new ideas and solve problems, performing original research to determine what works (and what doesn’t), and providing expert assistance and policy guidance to justice reformers around the world. Operating Programs The Center’s operating programs, including the award-winning Red Hook Community Justice Center and Midtown Community Justice Center, test new ideas, solve difficult problems, and attempt to achieve systemic change within the justice system. Our projects include community-based violence prevention programs, alternatives to incarceration, reentry initiatives, and court-based initiatives that reduce the use of unnecessary incarceration and promote positive individual and family change. Through this programming, we have produced tangible results like safer streets, reduced incarceration, and improved neighborhood perceptions of justice. Research The Center's research teams are staffed with social scientists, data analysts, and lawyers who are academically-trained or have lived experience and who conduct research in the U.S. and globally on diverse criminal-legal system and justice issues. Their work includes evaluating programs and policies; conducting exploratory, community-based studies; and providing research translation and strategic planning for system actors. The Center has published studies on topics including court and jail reform, intimate partner violence, restorative justice, gun violence, reentry, sixth amendment rights, and progressive prosecution. The research teams strive to make their work meaningful and actionable to the communities they work with, policymakers, and practitioners. Policy & Expert Assistance The Center provides hands-on, planning and implementation assistance to a wide range of jurisdictions in areas of reform such as problem-solving courts (e.g., community courts, treatment courts, domestic violence courts), tribal justice, reducing incarceration and the use of fines/fees and reducing crime and violence. Our current expert assistance takes many forms, including help with analyzing data, strategic planning and consultation, policy guidance, and hosting site visits to its operating programs in the New York City area. Center Support A dedicated support team within the Center ensures the smooth functioning of operations across various domains, including finance, legal, technology, human resources, fundraising, real estate, and communications. Comprising 15% of the organization's staff, these teams provide essential infrastructure support and innovative solutions aligned with the Center's mission and values. THE OPPORTUNITY The Staten Island Justice Center (SIJC) seeks to re-engineer the experience of criminal court in Staten Island, New York, by providing judges and attorneys meaningful alternatives to bail, fines, and jail sentences. Operating out of Richmond County Criminal Court along with community-based offices, SIJC is a team of social service providers, court-based resource coordinators, mental health practitioners, compliance specialists, and others who seek to improve the quality of justice. Supervised Release offers an alternative to jail by providing pretrial supervision, case management, and voluntary social services to people charged with misdemeanor and felony offenses, and in doing so, uses an arrest as a window of opportunity to change the direction of a participant’s life, avoiding the harmful effects of incarceration. Program participants are monitored to ensure their appearance at court dates and mandatory programming, and receive referrals to services like job training, drug treatment, and mental health counseling. SIJC seeks a Case Management Coordinator for the borough’s Supervised Release Program (SRP). Reporting to the SRP Director of Practice, the Case Management Coordinator is responsible for employing quality assurance measures to ensure the program is adhering to the program model and employing best practices aligned with organizational values, including a commitment to Operational Excellence. The Case Management Coordinator will provide direct supervision to Supervising Case Managers and group supervision to Case Managers and Senior Case Managers. Additionally, they will ensure that case management staff regularly engage in program-specific training and receive consistent and appropriate task supervision. The Case Management Coordinator will facilitate effective communication between this team and across all other SRP teams to ensure that the program builds on successes and proactively addresses challenges. This position leverages significant direct practice and supervisory experience to support staff in the execution of their responsibilities. Through trauma-informed supervision, case conferencing, and interdepartmental communication, the Case Management Coordinator will ensure case management and peer staff adhere to the program model through a trauma-informed lens. Critically, this position is responsible for ensuring that staff maintain accurate and up-to-date records in the Center’s SRP data management system and submit accurate and timely compliance reports for each participant supervised by the program. Additionally, the Case Management Coordinator is responsible for the implementation of new policies and protocols, with the goal of supporting staff to deliver the best possible services to participants enrolled in the Supervised Release Program. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Responsible for quality assurance, monitoring the team’s compliance with program requirements and court reporting obligations;, • Oversee routine and accurate documentation to ensure best practices and court reporting obligations are consistently practiced;, • Responsible for convening Supervising Case Managers and their direct reports in response to deviations from the program model or other unfilled responsibilities;, • Responsible for consistent and effective cross-team communication and collaboration to proactively identify successes, challenges, and opportunities to strengthen programming, create opportunities for meaningful collaboration, and maximize internal and external resources and expertise;, • Facilitate bi-weekly meetings across the case management team;, • Develop and maintain effective communication and collaboration with Coordinators and the Compliance team to align direct practice with fidelity to the program model;, • Support policy and protocol implementation in collaboration with site leadership and the SRP Court Reform team;, • Maintain effective collaboration with site leadership including the Director of Practice, Director of Court Operations and Compliance, Clinical Director, and direct practice Coordinators to ensure comprehensive and aligned service delivery to participants and the program model;, • Serve as the secondary supervisor for their team of case management frontline staff, ensuring Supervising Case Managers are providing their staff with trauma-informed supervision and opportunities for professional growth and development;, • Provide trauma-informed individual task supervision to the Supervising Case Managers;, • Oversee and coordinate de-escalation efforts in response to incidents;, • Co-facilitate and participate in required de-escalation and crisis intervention training;, • Work closely with the SRP Court Reform Training Specialist, Training Institute, and site Training Liaison to ensure SRP staff are consistently trained as required;, • Support the recruitment and hiring of and onboarding and training for new case management staff;, • Ensure regular and equitable access to program-related external professional development and training opportunities for all staff;, • Participate in regular staff trainings to develop program expertise and related skill sets, including required refresher and management trainings;, • Please note that this role is not eligible for clinical hours; and, • Bachelor’s degree required;, • Minimum 2 years supervisory experience required;, • 5 years direct practice (i.e., therapeutic or case management) experience required;, • Experience in pretrial services or other court-based programs required;, • Master’s degree and license in a mental health field strongly preferred, however individuals with demonstrated and exceptional clinical acumen and experience may be considered; and Position Location: Staten Island, NY. Compensation: The compensation range for this position is $80,000 - $89,500 and is commensurate with experience. 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. Please refer to the job posting for relevant contact information. If contact details are not provided, we kindly ask that you refrain from inquiries via phone or email, as only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Powered by JazzHR yMKi1VjbBz

Job Description THE ORGANIZATION The Center for Justice Innovation is a community justice organization that centers safety and racial justice. Since our founding in 1996, the Center has partnered with community members, courts, and the people most impacted to create stronger, healthier, more just communities. Our decades of experience in courts and communities, coupled with our field-leading research and practitioner expertise, help us drive justice nationwide in innovative, powerful, and durable ways. For more information on how and where we work, please visit . The Center is a 900-employee, $100 million nonprofit that accomplishes its vision through three pillars of work: creating and scaling operating programs to test new ideas and solve problems, performing original research to determine what works (and what doesn’t), and providing expert assistance and policy guidance to justice reformers around the world. Operating Programs The Center’s operating programs, including the award-winning Red Hook Community Justice Center and Midtown Community Justice Center, test new ideas, solve difficult problems, and attempt to achieve systemic change within the justice system. Our projects include community-based violence prevention programs, alternatives to incarceration, reentry initiatives, and court-based initiatives that reduce the use of unnecessary incarceration and promote positive individual and family change. Through this programming, we have produced tangible results like safer streets, reduced incarceration, and improved neighborhood perceptions of justice. Research The Center's research teams are staffed with social scientists, data analysts, and lawyers who are academically-trained or have lived experience and who conduct research in the U.S. and globally on diverse criminal-legal system and justice issues. Their work includes evaluating programs and policies; conducting exploratory, community-based studies; and providing research translation and strategic planning for system actors. The Center has published studies on topics including court and jail reform, intimate partner violence, restorative justice, gun violence, reentry, sixth amendment rights, and progressive prosecution. The research teams strive to make their work meaningful and actionable to the communities they work with, policymakers, and practitioners. Policy & Expert Assistance The Center provides hands-on, planning and implementation assistance to a wide range of jurisdictions in areas of reform such as problem-solving courts (e.g., community courts, treatment courts, domestic violence courts), tribal justice, reducing incarceration and the use of fines/fees and reducing crime and violence. Our current expert assistance takes many forms, including help with analyzing data, strategic planning and consultation, policy guidance, and hosting site visits to its operating programs in the New York City area. Center Support A dedicated support team within the Center ensures the smooth functioning of operations across various domains, including finance, legal, technology, human resources, fundraising, real estate, and communications. Comprising 15% of the organization's staff, these teams provide essential infrastructure support and innovative solutions aligned with the Center's mission and values. THE OPPORTUNITY SIJC seeks a Community Engagement Coordinator for the borough’s Supervised Release Program (SRP). Reporting to the SRP Clinical Director, the Community Engagement Coordinator will oversee the development and implementation of housing, employment, and educational services and the expansion of community engagement services provided in-house for program participants. Specifically, the Coordinator will develop supports to maximize participants’ access to medical and mental health services, substance abuse treatment and other interventions, employment and educational services, youth programming, housing resources, and other community-based supports. The Coordinator will work closely with site leadership and the Center’s SRP Court Reform team to ensure that services and service linkages are developed and implemented aligned with the SRP program model and the Center’s organizational values. The Community Engagement Coordinator will oversee and support a team of Community Engagement, Housing, and Education and Employment Specialists by providing consistent and clinically-informed task supervision, with the support of the Clinical Director. The Community Engagement Coordinator will ensure the team regularly engages in program-specific training and consistently and effectively communicates across all other SRP teams to build on program successes and proactively addresses challenges. This position leverages significant supervisory, direct practice, and program development and management experience to support the team of Community Engagement, Housing, and Education and Employment Specialists in the execution of their responsibilities. Additionally, the Coordinator will have expert knowledge of local service providers to best utilize community-based services and ensure participants are provided with substantive support aligned with their needs and goals. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Plan and develop new and evolving in-house participant services in collaboration with the Clinical Director, site leadership, and the SRP Court Reform team;, • Support policy and protocol implementation in collaboration with the Clinical Director, other members of site leadership, and the SRP Court Reform team;, • Develop and maintain policy and protocol for community-based work and travel with participants (i.e., work that is neither remote nor in the office) aligned with Center and program-wide policies and procedures;, • Work closely with the SRP Court Reform Training Specialist, Training Institute, and site training liaisons to ensure SRP staff are consistently trained as required;, • Provide individual task supervision to Community Engagement, Housing, and Education and Employment Specialists toward the goals of consistent quality service provision to participants, substantive staff supports, and professional growth and development opportunities for staff;, • Responsible for quality assurance, monitoring the team’s compliance with program requirements and court reporting obligations;, • Oversee routine and accurate documentation to ensure best practices and court reporting obligations are consistently practiced;, • Responsible for convening the team in response to deviations from the program model or other unfilled responsibilities;, • Provide coverage for the Community Engagement, Housing, and Education and Employment Specialists;, • Oversee the development and facilitation of regular information sessions on local social service agencies, services, and resources;, • Responsible for consistent and effective communication and collaboration across all SRP teams to proactively identify successes, challenges, and opportunities to strengthen programming, create opportunities for meaningful collaboration, and maximize internal and external resources and expertise;, • Develop and maintain effective communication and collaboration with Coordinators and the Compliance team to align direct practice with fidelity to the program model;, • Support the recruitment and hiring of and onboarding and training for new community engagement, housing, and employment and education team members;, • Ensure regular and equitable access to program-related external professional development and training opportunities for all staff;, • Work with the Clinical Director to establish and maintain relationships with community-based providers, organize presentations and site visits, and ensure appropriate linkages and referrals to providers;, • Identify pathways for civic engagement for SRP participants and alumni;, • Represent Staten Island Justice Center at community events and meetings, including on weekends or evenings;, • Work with site leadership to liaise with program funders and project visitors, as needed;, • Provide planning, administrative, and logistical support to SRP offices across Staten Island, as needed;, • Participate in regular staff trainings to develop program expertise and related skill sets, including refresher and management trainings;, • Please note that this role is not eligible for clinical hours; and, • Additional relevant tasks, as necessary.Qualifications:, • Master’s degree in a mental health field and five years direct practice experience required, or, BA degree and 7 years direct practice (i.e., therapeutic or case management) experience required;, • Minimum 1 year supervisory experience required;, • Expert knowledge of local service providers and resources required;, • Experience working with people impacted by the criminal legal system strongly preferred;, • Bachelor's degree required;, • Valid Driver's License required; and Compensation: The compensation range for this position is $65,500 - $82,000 and is commensurate with experience. 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. Please refer to the job posting for relevant contact information. If contact details are not provided, we kindly ask that you refrain from inquiries via phone or email, as only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Powered by JazzHR emPvTqzquA

Job Description THE ORGANIZATION The Center for Justice Innovation is a community justice organization that centers safety and racial justice. Since our founding in 1996, the Center has partnered with community members, courts, and the people most impacted to create stronger, healthier, more just communities. Our decades of experience in courts and communities, coupled with our field-leading research and practitioner expertise, help us drive justice nationwide in innovative, powerful, and durable ways. For more information on how and where we work, please visit . The Center is a 900-employee, $130 million nonprofit that accomplishes its vision through three pillars of work: creating and scaling operating programs to test new ideas and solve problems, performing original research to determine what works (and what doesn’t), and providing expert assistance and policy guidance to justice reformers around the world. Operating Programs The Center’s operating programs, including the award-winning Red Hook Community Justice Center and Midtown Community Justice Center, test new ideas, solve difficult problems, and attempt to achieve systemic change within the justice system. Our projects include community-based violence prevention programs, alternatives to incarceration, reentry initiatives, and court-based initiatives that reduce the use of unnecessary incarceration and promote positive individual and family change. Through this programming, we have produced tangible results like safer streets, reduced incarceration, and improved neighborhood perceptions of justice. Research The Center's research teams are staffed with social scientists, data analysts, and lawyers who are academically-trained or have lived experience and who conduct research in the U.S. and globally on diverse criminal-legal system and justice issues. Their work includes evaluating programs and policies; conducting exploratory, community-based studies; and providing research translation and strategic planning for system actors. The Center has published studies on topics including court and jail reform, intimate partner violence, restorative justice, gun violence, reentry, sixth amendment rights, and progressive prosecution. The research teams strive to make their work meaningful and actionable to the communities they work with, policymakers, and practitioners. Policy & Expert Assistance The Center provides hands-on, planning and implementation assistance to a wide range of jurisdictions in areas of reform such as problem-solving courts (e.g., community courts, treatment courts, domestic violence courts), tribal justice, reducing incarceration and the use of fines/fees and reducing crime and violence. Our current expert assistance takes many forms, including help with analyzing data, strategic planning and consultation, policy guidance, and hosting site visits to its operating programs in the New York City area. Center Support A dedicated support team within the Center ensures the smooth functioning of operations across various domains, including finance, legal, technology, human resources, fundraising, real estate, and communications. Comprising 15% of the organization's staff, these teams provide essential infrastructure support and innovative solutions aligned with the Center's mission and values. THE OPPORTUNITY Staten Island Justice Center (SIJC) seeks to re-engineer the experience of criminal court in Staten Island, New York, by providing judges and attorneys meaningful alternatives to bail, fines, and jail sentences. Operating out of Richmond County Criminal Court along with community-based offices, SIJC is a team of social service providers, court-based resource coordinators, mental health practitioners, compliance specialists, and others who seek to improve the quality of justice. Supervised Release offers an alternative to jail by providing pretrial supervision, case management, and voluntary social services to people charged with misdemeanor and felony offenses, and in doing so, uses an arrest as a window of opportunity to change the direction of a participant’s life, avoiding the harmful effects of incarceration. Program participants are monitored to ensure their appearance at court dates and mandatory programming, and receive referrals to services like job training, drug treatment, and mental health counseling. SIJC seeks an Education and Employment Specialist for the borough’s Supervised Release Program (SRP). Reporting to the Community Engagement Coordinator, the Education and Employment Specialist will assist participants who are interested in furthering their careers by helping them to identify and access educational and professional development opportunities. This position will leverage considerable knowledge of the public university system, certificate programs, state licensure requirements, resumes, cover letters, interview fundamentals, and expertise in understanding systemic barriers to career advancement for people involved in the criminal legal system to help participants create action plans aligned with their educational and employment goals. Additionally, Education and Employment Specialists will design and facilitate workshops in relevant topics and coordinate referrals to local service providers to maximize participant access to information and services. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Work with participants and their case managers to understand participants’ employment and educational needs and goals, including any relevant factors such as mental health, conviction history, and other special circumstances to best leverage supports offered by other relevant community-based service providers;, • Provide accurate, up-to-date information, guidance, and support to people interested in exploring career opportunities and options;, • Provide guidance and support to participants seeking to prepare resumes, cover letters, and prepare for interviews in one-on-one and group formats;, • Provide information, guidance, and support to participants seeking information or applying for professional licensure, certification or undergraduate college programs;, • Assist participants in obtaining identification and vital documents needed to access higher education or complete job applications;, • Develop and facilitate workshops for participants on strengthening resumes and cover letters, skill-building for completing interviews, overcoming barriers to employment due to conviction history, applying to college, conviction history-based college access myths, and other relevant topics;, • Develop and maintain relationships with local college access service providers, particularly those that focus on working with people with accessibility and mental health needs and that serve people with involvement in the criminal legal system;, • Develop and maintain relationships with local colleges to build knowledge about college access programs and to facilitate warm hand-offs;, • Provide referrals and facilitate warm handoffs to community-based agencies who can provide participants with individualized support to help them work towards their educational and career goals, such as Workforce 1, SUNY EOCs, College and Community Fellowship, Howie the Harp, and similar agencies;, • Facilitate information sessions for the direct practice teams to help build knowledge of opportunities and challenges related to accessing employment and education;, • Coordinate onsite workshops and presentations for partners to connect directly with direct practice staff and with participants at BJI sites;, • Work collaboratively with the case management team to effectively maintain accurate and timely data entry and case documentation aligned with the program model, court reporting obligations, and best practices;, • Consistent case conference calls with participants’ Case Managers;, • Ensure that meetings with participants also fulfill the obligations of check-ins and are recorded in the program database;, • Responsible for consistent and effective cross-team communication and collaboration to proactively identify successes, challenges, and opportunities to strengthen programming, create opportunities for meaningful collaboration, maximize internal and external resources and expertise, and substantive and comprehensive services to participants;, • Collect and maintain secure storage of hard copy and electronic documents containing sensitive participant information;, • Required to participate in designated trainings upon hire;, • Attend project events, community events, and meetings after hours, as needed;, • Please note that this role will not hold a standard SRP caseload; and, • Additional relevant tasks, as necessary.Qualifications:, • Bachelor’s degree required;, • Two years experience helping people to access employment and/or higher education required;, • Knowledge on how to navigate the individual, institutional, and systemic barriers presented by background checks strongly preferred;, • Comprehensive expertise related to accessing higher education opportunities required, including knowledge about how to overcome access challenges and awareness of access myths;, • Knowledge of the state’s professional licensure system, particularly as it relates to conviction history, and familiarity with professional certification programs and their affordability preferred;, • Experience working as a college academic counselor or career counselor strongly preferred;, • Knowledge of CUNY and local college and universities academic and financial aid programs, policies, and admissions and enrollment processes strongly preferred;, • Comprehensive knowledge of and/or experience with the criminal legal, child welfare, housing, and/or mental health systems preferred;, • Must be detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills;, • Must be able to work effectively and independently and as part of a highly interdependent, multi-disciplinary team within a fast-paced and dynamic work environment;, • Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with a variety of program stakeholders, including judges, prosecutors, defense attorneys, court staff, and site partner agencies; and Position Location: Staten Island, NY. Compensation: The compensation range for this position is $56,650 - $66,900 and is commensurate with experience. 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. Please refer to the job posting for relevant contact information. If contact details are not provided, we kindly ask that you refrain from inquiries via phone or email, as only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Powered by JazzHR s3XCzVukqa

Job Description Job Title: Substance Use Specialist Job Summary: CASES is a New York City agency at the forefront of the intersection between behavioral health and involvement in the criminal justice system. Our mission is to increase public safety through innovative services that reduce crime and incarceration, improve behavioral health, promote recovery and rehabilitation, and create community success opportunities. The Behavioral Health division consists of a continuum of services for justice-involved individuals with serious mental illness. The Nathaniel Clinic is an OMH-licensed Article 31 clinic that provides outpatient mental health services to adolescents and adults, focusing on providing care to those involved in the criminal legal system. Substance Use Specialists play an integral role in the recovery process, and the services they provide have shown to promote positive health and recovery outcomes. The Substance Use Specialist is part of a multidisciplinary team working collaboratively with therapists, psychiatrists/PNPs, and nurses. The Substance Use Specialist will perform initial substance use assessments, complete SBIRTS, provide individual and group counseling, contribute to person-centered, trauma informed treatment planning, provide crisis intervention, and assist participants in developing relapse prevention plans. Shift Hours: This position is full-time Monday – Friday from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM with flexibility to wok one to two days from 11am - 7pm. Salary: The salary for the role is $57,000.00 per year. Location Address: 424 East 147th Street, Bronx, NY 10455 or 2090 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd, New York, NY 10027. Our office is easily accessible by public transportation. Workplace Flexibility: Hybrid - Positions for which staff can work from a remote (home or another suitable space) one day per week or more (in a typical week) as by leadership. Occasional travel required. What You Will Be Doing: • Provide substance use treatment including individual, family and group counseling., • Perform Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT)., • Provide services that are person/family-centered, strengths-based, recovery-oriented, trauma-informed, and culturally competent., • Identify the treatment needs of and with participants, based on severity of substance use, stage of change, and immediate needs as well as recommended treatment objectives., • Engage participants with urgent and crisis substance use needs to offer support and resolve crisis, • Assess treatment needs, and provide substance use expertise for person-centered evaluation and treatment planning., • Establish the degree of risk for substance use and harmful behaviors and provide interventions and support to promote progress towards recovery., • Provide relapse prevention, psychoeducation, and harm reduction using motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)., • Run evidence-based substance use treatment and Relapse Prevention groups., • Act as an advocate and liaison for participants in securing access to MAT, emergency detox, rehabilitation care, and other community supports that promote integrated substance use or dual disorder treatment., • Dispense Naloxone response kits as an approved NYS dispenser., • Outreach and network with DCO partners providing crisis stabilization, inpatient/residential detox and rehabilitative treatment centers., • Contribute to ongoing organizational commitments to diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracist practices in delivery of services and work., • Provide culturally competent services in accordance with CASES policies and practice., • Help ensure we maintain a safe working environment by reporting any hazards or unsafe conditions, e.g., liquid spill in hallway, to the appropriate facilities staff member or supervisor., • Any other duties as required by senior clinical leadership. What We Are Looking For: • High school diploma or equivalent., • Must have active CASAC (Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor) certification status in good standing., • At least 18 months of work experience providing substance use services to individuals with serious mental illness and/or substance use disorder and criminal justice involvement., • Individuals with previous criminal justice experience are encouraged to apply., • Individuals with lived experience are encouraged to apply. Preferred Skills: • Fluency in Spanish. Employee Benefits: CASES cares about employee wellbeing, and we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family, including: • Medical, • Dental, • Vision, • Vacation and Paid Time Off – starting at 25 days-off annually, plus an additional summer self-care day, • 12 Paid Holidays per year, • Retirement 403b Competitive matching up to 6%, • Employee Referral Program Although we would love to learn about the skills of every candidate, only selected candidates that are selected will receive a response. We encourage you to apply for any position(s) you feel you are qualified for. CASES is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment with CASES is based solely on qualifications and competence for a particular position without regard to race, color, ethnic or national origin, age, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or marital, military, or citizenship status. We also actively recruit individuals with prior involvement in the criminal legal system. This position is full-time Monday – Friday from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM with flexibility to wok one to two days from 11am - 7pm. 35 hours per week excluding breaks.

Job Description THE ORGANIZATION The Center for Justice Innovation is a community justice organization that centers safety and racial justice. Since our founding in 1996, the Center has partnered with community members, courts, and the people most impacted to create stronger, healthier, more just communities. Our decades of experience in courts and communities, coupled with our field-leading research and practitioner expertise, help us drive justice nationwide in innovative, powerful, and durable ways. For more information on how and where we work, please visit . The Center is a 900-employee, $100 million nonprofit that accomplishes its vision through three pillars of work: creating and scaling operating programs to test new ideas and solve problems, performing original research to determine what works (and what doesn’t), and providing expert assistance and policy guidance to justice reformers around the world. Operating Programs The Center’s operating programs, including the award-winning Red Hook Community Justice Center and Midtown Community Justice Center, test new ideas, solve difficult problems, and attempt to achieve systemic change within the justice system. Our projects include community-based violence prevention programs, alternatives to incarceration, reentry initiatives, and court-based initiatives that reduce the use of unnecessary incarceration and promote positive individual and family change. Through this programming, we have produced tangible results like safer streets, reduced incarceration, and improved neighborhood perceptions of justice. Research The Center's research teams are staffed with social scientists, data analysts, and lawyers who are academically-trained or have lived experience and who conduct research in the U.S. and globally on diverse criminal-legal system and justice issues. Their work includes evaluating programs and policies; conducting exploratory, community-based studies; and providing research translation and strategic planning for system actors. The Center has published studies on topics including court and jail reform, intimate partner violence, restorative justice, gun violence, reentry, sixth amendment rights, and progressive prosecution. The research teams strive to make their work meaningful and actionable to the communities they work with, policymakers, and practitioners. Policy & Expert Assistance The Center provides hands-on, planning and implementation assistance to a wide range of jurisdictions in areas of reform such as problem-solving courts (e.g., community courts, treatment courts, domestic violence courts), tribal justice, reducing incarceration and the use of fines/fees and reducing crime and violence. Our current expert assistance takes many forms, including help with analyzing data, strategic planning and consultation, policy guidance, and hosting site visits to its operating programs in the New York City area. Center Support A dedicated support team within the Center ensures the smooth functioning of operations across various domains, including finance, legal, technology, human resources, fundraising, real estate, and communications. Comprising 15% of the organization's staff, these teams provide essential infrastructure support and innovative solutions aligned with the Center's mission and values. THE OPPORTUNITY The New Rochelle Community Justice Center, one of the Center’s newest projects, aims to improve outcomes for New Rochelle youth and emerging adults by developing a collective impact approach that invests in criminal legal system responses and community-led safety. Building on the Center’s successful court- and -community-based project models such as Bronx Community Solutions and the Brownsville Community Justice Center, the New Rochelle Community Justice Center brings together a range of court- and community-based partnerships to create and enhance a more equitable and safer community. The New Rochelle Community Justice Center is seeking a Workshop Specialist for its DREAM (Developmental Resources for Emerging Adult Members) and YJEP (Youth Justice and Equity Program) programs. Reporting to the Program Coordinator, the Workshop Specialist will lead the presentation of workshop curriculum objectives and activities, while also coaching and supporting program participants towards individual goals. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Assist with the creation and development of program curricula and workshops that promote essential life skills and wellness for emerging and young adults;, • Lead multi-week training cohorts that include discussions on personal development, future outlook, and civic engagement;, • Build and maintain a caseload of participants, and develop and implement a personalized individual action plan with each participant;, • Provide participant coaching toward stated goals and identify areas of opportunity for referrals or further development;, • Contribute to data collection and management using Salesforce and other tools;, • Maintain electronic program materials;, • Represent NRCJC and its interests at meetings and events as assigned; and, • Additional tasks as necessary.Qualifications: Associate's degree and at least one year of experience facilitating workshops or holding group discussions or restorative circles required, a Bachelor's degree is preferred. Ability to communicate appropriately with varying levels of stakeholders. Candidate must be proficient in Microsoft 365 and comfortable using data management tools. Additional qualifications include:, • A strong connection and commitment to New Rochelle;, • Significant experience in youth development and/or youth programming;, • Experience working with youth/emerging adults impacted by the criminal legal system and/or community violence;, • Experience in supporting programs with multiple priorities;, • Strong relationship-building and communication skills with experience on diverse teams; and, • Highly organized, excellent communication skills, flexible and innovative.Position Type: Full-time, some evenings/weekend hours are required. Position Location: New Rochelle, NY. Compensation: The compensation range for this position is $52,000 - $56,500 and is commensurate with experience. 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. Please refer to the job posting for relevant contact information. If contact details are not provided, we kindly ask that you refrain from inquiries via phone or email, as only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Powered by JazzHR WfFZZ6atog

Job Description Job Title: Peer Specialist Job Summary: CASES is a New York City agency working at the forefront of the intersection between behavioral health and involvement in the criminal justice system. Our mission is to increase public safety through innovative services that reduce crime and incarceration, improve behavioral health, promote recovery and rehabilitation, and create opportunities for success in the community. The Behavioral Health division consists of a continuum of services for justice-involved individuals with serious mental illness, including outpatient clinic, health home care management (HHCM), assertive community treatment (ACT), and intensive mobile treatment (IMT). IMT is a multi-disciplinary team of behavioral health professionals (e.g., psychiatric care providers, registered nurses, behavioral health specialists, peer support staff) who work with 27 clients identified by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) Single Point of Access (SPOA) who have frequent movement across the behavioral health care system (outpatient and inpatient), the housing system (shelter, street, supportive, and independent housing) and the criminal justice system (jail, probation, parole); existing underlying risk of violence and/or violent behavior; serious mental illness diagnosis; and/or a history of, or active use of, substances. IMT services include assessment and treatment planning, crisis intervention, medication management, medication assisted treatment, integrated mental health and substance abuse treatment, individual and group therapies, psycho-education, psychosocial and vocational rehabilitation, assistance with medical concerns and medication, linkage and follow-up assistance to primary medical care including on-going communication with primary care physicians, assistance with activities of daily living, assistance obtaining entitlements, housing procurement and support, linkage/coordination with the criminal justice system, and shelter system, and assistance in using family and community resources. The primary goal of IMT is engagement and improving clients’ quality of life through engagement in treatment, rehabilitation, housing and support services that promote wellness, recovery, community integration as well as community safety. Shift Hours: This position is full-time Monday – Friday from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Salary: The salary range for the role is $46,350 - $51,500 per year. Location Address: 2090 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Boulevard, New York, NY 10027. Our office is easily accessible by public transportation. Workplace Flexibility: Flexible - Staff have the flexibility to complete their workday from home or another suitable space, typically after reporting to the office and/or engaging in field or community-based work. What You Will Be Doing: • Build relationships with clients and their networks of support to provide hope and support the person’s recovery., • Assist clients with navigating the service systems, including behavioral and medical health, criminal justice, shelter system, entitlements and transportation., • Complete progress notes in the electronic health record within a timely manner for all services provided. Complete other assessments, such as crisis relapse prevention plans., • Work with external stakeholders – such as hospitals, shelters, jails, primary care – to achieve positive client outcomes., • Provide services in a strength-based, recovery-oriented, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive manner. What We Are Looking For: • Personal experience as a recipient of mental health services, substance use services and/or the criminal justice system., • Willingness to share personal, practical experience, knowledge, and first-hand insight to benefit program enrollees., • Experience working with adults who have needs in the areas of mental health, substance use, trauma, violence risk, homelessness, frequent psychiatric hospitalizations, and criminal-justice involvement., • Previous use of an electronic health record, Footholds AWARDS preferred., • Strong commitment to social justice and the CASES mission. Preferred Skills: • Experience in a multidisciplinary setting and field-based clinical work., • Peer certification., • Fluency in Spanish. Employee Benefits: CASES cares about employee wellbeing, and we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family, including: • Medical, • Dental, • Vision, • Vacation and Paid Time Off – starting at 25 days-off annually, plus an additional summer self-care day, • 12 Paid Holidays per year, • Retirement 403b Competitive matching up to 6%, • Employee Referral Program Although we would love to learn about the skills of every candidate, only selected candidates that are selected will receive a response. We encourage you to apply for any position(s) you feel you are qualified for. CASES is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment with CASES is based solely on qualifications and competence for a particular position without regard to race, color, ethnic or national origin, age, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or marital, military, or citizenship status. We also actively recruit individuals with prior involvement in the criminal legal system. This position is full-time Monday - Friday from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM 35 hours per week

Job Description Summary: Supervises a team of employees who receive incoming telephone calls involving domestic violence, rape, and other crimes that will, in some instances, require making quick decisions regarding the caller’s safety and well-being. The Team Leader has a key role in setting the standard for assessing human service needs via telephone using active listening, crisis intervention and/or suicide risk assessment skills. The Team Leader manages staff members who will normally elicit essential information from the caller including the problem (or complaint) determine the immediacy and type of response needed based on an initial risk assessment, and document critical aspects of the telephone call and actions taken on the agency’s database. This position assigns staff to perform their duties and responsibilities, and reviews their work for adherence to instructions, accuracy, completeness and conformance to accepted client-centered practices. To ensure quality assurance performance standards and expectations are being successfully carried out in the Hotlines, this position will take a pro-active role to develop and implement action plans to address problematic trends, sustain progress and continuous improvement. The Team Leader provides oversight and supplemental spot-checking for data and documentation quality initiatives, while offering coaching and development to Client Advocate Specialists and Shift Coordinators to improve their ability to explore callers’ mental and emotional state of mind through client centered, empowering, and non-judgmental language. Responsibilities: • Learn and integrate a trauma-informed, client-centered approach, using an anti-oppressive lens, into your work with clients. Coach and guide staff in their client practice that reflects these approaches. Participate in the recruitment, hiring and onboarding of new staff., • Supervises staff whose key role is to establish rapport with the caller and, through risk assessment skills acquired in Client-Centered Practice training, assist the caller to safety plan around the current situation. Staff may provide relevant information and referrals to resources that may assist the caller in maintaining their safety., • Provide weekly individual supervision to a direct reports using a reflective supervision model and a trauma informed approach., • Provide ad hock supervision and coaching to any advocate on shift as needed., • Utilize hotline technology to assess staff overall productivity. Including the accuracy and timeliness of case records that document client interactions., • Ensures smooth daily operation through shift monitoring and administration, including:, • Supporting staff to handle challenging calls and debriefing after challenging calls, • Supporting staff in handling calls through coaching, • Evaluating the quality of client experience on the hotline by examining abandonment rate, call volume, hold times, and answer time., • Handling client calls during busy periods as needed, to CAS standard, • Handling calls from social service and criminal justice providers, • Handling client complaints, and escalating complaints to Hotlines Senior Director as needed., • Monitoring staff attendance for shifts, training and staff meetings, • Documenting shift activities and issues, • Reviewing for accuracy and approving both e-time and funder timecards after designated deadlines., • Reviewing and monitoring direct reports leave time accruals to ensure that vacation, holiday, and other time off requests are processed according to company policy., • Acts as client risk specialist in managing clients who are at risk for suicide, and in supporting staff members who are responding to those clients’ needs, • Interviews prospective candidates for open positions and recommends hiring decisions in line with Safe Horizon’s hiring policies, • Communicates regularly with all staff to provide information and updates regarding program practice and operations, • Coordinates shelter intake and communicates daily to staff updated status and availability of shelter space derived from Shelter Occupancy and Referral System (SORTS) and/or Shelter staff, as well as troubleshoot shelter-related issues, to ensure seamless assignments of Hotlines clients into shelter spaces, • Establish and maintain clearly communicated consistent expectations of and goals for staff performance that focus on CCP standards (includes EPA goals) and document for employee file, • Assess and identify staff with performance issues. Collaborate with staff in the development of action plans to improve performance and document for employee file., • Master’s degree in human services field ( e.g., counseling, psychology, social work or related field) with at least 1 year of supervisory experience preferred, or Bachelor’s degree in human services field with at least 3 years of supervisory experience., • 2+ years of public contact experience (e.g., call center environment), preferably working with crime victims, dealing with individual problems and applying policies, procedures, and/or guidelines. Telephone counseling experience desirable. Knowledge: • Familiar with trauma and intimate partner violence and the prevention, treatment and recovery processes for victims, • Recognize the social, economic, familial and cultural contexts that affect victim’s lives, • Familiarity with human behavior and of causal factors underlying family breakdown;, • Ability to model, coach, motivate client facing staff, • Ability to use a trauma informed approach to addressing client, and or staff escalations, • Ability to assess and respond to an emergency/crisis and notify other parties when necessary, • Requires sound judgment and action in life-threatening situations, • Computer skills, including proficiency in MS Excel, Word, Outlook; and the Internet, • Proficiency with ACD / call center telecommunications technology and operations, • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing;, • Respect and empathy for victims with a genuine desire and willingness to help people in need, • Recognition and belief in the empowerment of crime victims, and those that have been systematically oppressed., • Sensitivity to gender-related issues and/or cultural background of clients, • Commitment to maintaining high levels of skills and performance AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply. This position is remote. Technology Statement: Applicants may be responsible for providing the equipment and tools they need to work remotely as required, such as access to a computer, internet service, and phone service. Safe Horizon will discuss potential solutions with candidates and may assist where needed and agreed to in advance. Please follow this link to view complete EEO Law and complaint filing information:

Job Description THE ORGANIZATION The Center for Justice Innovation is a community justice organization that centers safety and racial justice. Since our founding in 1996, the Center has partnered with community members, courts, and the people most impacted to create stronger, healthier, more just communities. Our decades of experience in courts and communities, coupled with our field-leading research and practitioner expertise, help us drive justice nationwide in innovative, powerful, and durable ways. For more information on how and where we work, please visit . The Center is a 900-employee, $130 million nonprofit that accomplishes its vision through three pillars of work: creating and scaling operating programs to test new ideas and solve problems, performing original research to determine what works (and what doesn’t), and providing expert assistance and policy guidance to justice reformers around the world. Operating Programs The Center’s operating programs, including the award-winning Red Hook Community Justice Center and Midtown Community Justice Center, test new ideas, solve difficult problems, and attempt to achieve systemic change within the justice system. Our projects include community-based violence prevention programs, alternatives to incarceration, reentry initiatives, and court-based initiatives that reduce the use of unnecessary incarceration and promote positive individual and family change. Through this programming, we have produced tangible results like safer streets, reduced incarceration, and improved neighborhood perceptions of justice. Research The Center's research teams are staffed with social scientists, data analysts, and lawyers who are academically-trained or have lived experience and who conduct research in the U.S. and globally on diverse criminal-legal system and justice issues. Their work includes evaluating programs and policies; conducting exploratory, community-based studies; and providing research translation and strategic planning for system actors. The Center has published studies on topics including court and jail reform, intimate partner violence, restorative justice, gun violence, reentry, sixth amendment rights, and progressive prosecution. The research teams strive to make their work meaningful and actionable to the communities they work with, policymakers, and practitioners. Policy & Expert Assistance The Center provides hands-on, planning and implementation assistance to a wide range of jurisdictions in areas of reform such as problem-solving courts (e.g., community courts, treatment courts, domestic violence courts), tribal justice, reducing incarceration and the use of fines/fees and reducing crime and violence. Our current expert assistance takes many forms, including help with analyzing data, strategic planning and consultation, policy guidance, and hosting site visits to its operating programs in the New York City area. Center Support A dedicated support team within the Center ensures the smooth functioning of operations across various domains, including finance, legal, technology, human resources, fundraising, real estate, and communications. Comprising 15% of the organization's staff, these teams provide essential infrastructure support and innovative solutions aligned with the Center's mission and values. THE OPPORTUNITY The Center is seeking a dynamic and compassionate professional to join the People Department as an Employee Relations Specialist. Reporting to the Employee Relations Director, the Employee Relations Specialist will handle employee complaints, disputes, and performance matters, ensuring fair treatment and compliance with organizational policies and employment laws. The role also works in a preventative manner by providing training to managers and supervisors on topics including performance management and communication techniques, and by serving as a resource to managers and supervisors as well as to the People Department team. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Conduct comprehensive investigations into allegations of workplace misconduct, including but not limited to harassment, discrimination, retaliation, policy violations, and interpersonal conflict with an emphasis on care and sensitivity;, • Serve as the point of intake for internal complaints or referrals involving employee behavior, leadership concerns, or violations of the organization’s core policies;, • Interview complainants, respondents, and witnesses; gather and analyze relevant documentation and physical/digital evidence;, • Ensure all investigations are conducted promptly, fairly, and in accordance with internal protocols and applicable employment laws;, • Draft clear, well-reasoned investigation summary reports with findings of fact, credibility assessments, and recommendations for resolution;, • Present findings to Employee Relations leadership and, when necessary, partner with Legal, and senior management to determine appropriate next steps;, • Maintain and manage detailed, confidential records related to workplace investigations across SharePoint, Google, and other recordkeeping systems, ensuring compliance with internal requirements and applicable laws;, • Partner with HR Business Partners and site leadership to support accountability conversations and progressive discipline, based on investigation outcomes;, • Partner with HR Business Partners to identify trends in complaints and policy violations and escalate patterns of concern to leadership for proactive risk mitigation;, • Provide excellent customer service to staff by being proactive and responsive to employee inquiries;, • Develop and lead training and other supports to managers on topics such as giving feedback and communication techniques;, • Visit program site locations to connect with our staff to deepen relations with staff;, • Coordinate and consult with the Director of Employee Relations on investigations and other employee relations matters, as appropriate;, • Assist with other projects as needed; and, • Additional tasks as necessary. Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree required;, • A minimum of 5 years as an HR Generalist or related HR experience required, including 3-4 years of experience conducting investigations in response to employee complaints particularly in relation to Equal Employment Opportunity, Anti-Harassment and Discrimination and Violence-Free Workplace policies;, • Direct experience conducting full-scope workplace investigations is required, including detailed documentation, witness interviews, and writing investigation findings. Experience managing caseloads involving harassment, discrimination, or retaliation complaints strongly preferred;, • Excellent interpersonal communications skills, a collaborative approach to problem-solving, exceptional organizational and analytical skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are required;, • Strong ability to work independently, prioritize work, efficiently complete tasks with multiple simultaneous projects, maintain confidentiality and discretion, and exercise good judgment; and Position Location: Hybrid with approximately two days onsite per week at our midtown Manhattan location with occasional travel within the five boroughs, Newark, New Jersey and Syracuse, New York. Compensation: The compensation range for this position is $75,000 - $90,000 and is commensurate with experience. 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. Please refer to the job posting for relevant contact information. If contact details are not provided, we kindly ask that you refrain from inquiries via phone or email, as only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Powered by JazzHR ZrskyAynLK

Job Description THE ORGANIZATION The Center for Justice Innovation is a community justice organization that centers safety and racial justice. Since our founding in 1996, the Center has partnered with community members, courts, and the people most impacted to create stronger, healthier, more just communities. Our decades of experience in courts and communities, coupled with our field-leading research and practitioner expertise, help us drive justice nationwide in innovative, powerful, and durable ways. For more information on how and where we work, please visit . The Center is a 900-employee, $130 million nonprofit that accomplishes its vision through three pillars of work: creating and scaling operating programs to test new ideas and solve problems, performing original research to determine what works (and what doesn’t), and providing expert assistance and policy guidance to justice reformers around the world. Operating Programs The Center’s operating programs, including the award-winning Red Hook Community Justice Center and Midtown Community Justice Center, test new ideas, solve difficult problems, and attempt to achieve systemic change within the justice system. Our projects include community-based violence prevention programs, alternatives to incarceration, reentry initiatives, and court-based initiatives that reduce the use of unnecessary incarceration and promote positive individual and family change. Through this programming, we have produced tangible results like safer streets, reduced incarceration, and improved neighborhood perceptions of justice. Research The Center's research teams are staffed with social scientists, data analysts, and lawyers who are academically-trained or have lived experience and who conduct research in the U.S. and globally on diverse criminal-legal system and justice issues. Their work includes evaluating programs and policies; conducting exploratory, community-based studies; and providing research translation and strategic planning for system actors. The Center has published studies on topics including court and jail reform, intimate partner violence, restorative justice, gun violence, reentry, sixth amendment rights, and progressive prosecution. The research teams strive to make their work meaningful and actionable to the communities they work with, policymakers, and practitioners. Policy & Expert Assistance The Center provides hands-on, planning and implementation assistance to a wide range of jurisdictions in areas of reform such as problem-solving courts (e.g., community courts, treatment courts, domestic violence courts), tribal justice, reducing incarceration and the use of fines/fees and reducing crime and violence. Our current expert assistance takes many forms, including help with analyzing data, strategic planning and consultation, policy guidance, and hosting site visits to its operating programs in the New York City area. Center Support A dedicated support team within the Center ensures the smooth functioning of operations across various domains, including finance, legal, technology, human resources, fundraising, real estate, and communications. Comprising 15% of the organization's staff, these teams provide essential infrastructure support and innovative solutions aligned with the Center's mission and values. THE OPPORTUNITY Queens Community Justice Center (QCJC) operates an array of programming for local youth, with a particular focus on engaging those with justice involvement. Current initiatives include Youth Impact (peer-led restorative youth diversion program), an alternative-to-detention program, an alternative to incarceration program, workforce development initiatives, a trauma-informed, survivor-centered program for youth who are at risk of commercial sexual exploitation, and several mentorship programs. By offering positive pro-social programming for young people, QCJC aims to stop the cycle of delinquency and crime for adolescents and reduce reliance on detention. The comprehensive programming offers all participating young people leadership development and service opportunities designed to promote positive engagement in their communities. Atlas works to prevent violence by meeting people during a crisis, like a recent arrest or open court case and connecting them to a change process that nurtures hope and strengthens relationships. As part of Atlas, QCJC is offering FFT to young people at elevated risk for violence in the community, victimization, or a re-arrest. FFT is an evidence-based intervention for youth and families. This high-quality, strength-focused family counseling model is designed for high-risk youth and young adults who have been referred by the criminal court, juvenile justice, mental health, school, or child welfare systems. Services are short-term and typically offered in the home, though services can be offered in the office or other community settings. QCJC is seeking to hire a Community Engagement Specialist for a community-based violence prevention program that aims to reduce violent recidivism through intensive and voluntary therapeutic services. This program is part of the Atlas initiative and uses the evidence-based Functional Family Therapy (FFT) model to engage young people and their families in holistic anti-violence services. Reporting to the Justice Center’s FFT Coordinator, the Community Engagement Specialist will be primarily responsible for conducting initial outreach in the community in multiple ways, including in-person. The Community Engagement Specialist is the first and primary point of contact for potential referral partners. The Community Engagement Specialist will also assist with connecting potential clients with voluntary therapeutic programming and resources. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Collaborate with the FFT Program Director, FFT Program Coordinator and FFT therapists on client engagement planning for referring clients to services;, • Provide and support to program participants as needed;, • Increase awareness of Atlas by educating community leaders, providers, referral sources, prospective participants/caregivers, and other audiences on FFT program benefits, through lectures, presentations, events, meetings, or other necessary communications with community and business stakeholders to facilitate Atlas referral generation;, • Provide supportive services and referrals for participants’ families as needed;, • Manage assigned strategic relationships, ensure continuous and effective communication with contacts, and promptly respond to all inquiries, requests, and referrals;, • Work with the Program Staff & other stakeholders in identifying appropriate events, community partners, or other resources and opportunities to educate the community about Atlas and provide education/technical/administrative support for planning and execution;, • Perform necessary administrative functions of the program to include, but are not limited to, developing information sessions and putting together handouts/packets with approved marketing materials;, • Regularly develop and plan a weekly and daily schedule of outreach activities in alignment with outreach strategies and targets as advised by Atlas;, • Meet targets and goals set forth by Atlas;, • Maintain knowledge of all applicable stakeholders and specific guidelines, including organizational and departmental standard operating procedures and policies and procedures;, • Maintain compliance with Atlas regulations;, • Attend required staff meetings and trainings; and, • Perform additional relevant tasks as needed.Qualifications:, • A minimum Associate degree or Higher in Criminal Justice, Sociology, Psychology, Pre-Law, Public Administration, Community Development, and other related fields of study with emphasis on community development and work/services from an accredited college or university;, • At least two years of experience in community outreach, program coordination or a similar role;, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to deliver presentations and engage diverse audiences;, • Proven ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with a variety of stakeholders, including service providers, referral sources, and community leaders;, • Familiarity with administrative tasks such as planning events, developing informational sessions, and preparing handouts or marketing materials;, • Experience working with and/or mentoring high-risk populations, including understanding of pre-trial or re-entry programming;, • Strong ability to make connections to educational, vocational, internship/apprenticeships, and employment opportunities;, • Knowledge of career exploration, case management, internships, and job search strategies is a plus but not required;, • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office; and, • Working knowledge of Zoom/Microsoft Teams. Preferred Qualifications:, • A Bachelor’s degree in a related field;, • Prior experience working with evidence-based models/programs;, • Lived experience that enhances the ability to connect with and support program participants., • Proficiency in a second language;, • Demonstrated understanding of the specific community served by Atlas, including knowledge of available resources, key stakeholders, and relevant cultural considerations;, • Experience with data tracking and reporting to measure the effectiveness of outreach efforts;, • Advanced problem-solving skills and the ability to navigate complex systems on behalf of program participants and their families; and Position Location: Queens, NY. Compensation: The compensation range for this position is $52,000 - $60,000 and is commensurate with experience. 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. Please refer to the job posting for relevant contact information. If contact details are not provided, we kindly ask that you refrain from inquiries via phone or email, as only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Powered by JazzHR VAxgCU4TAe

Job Description THE ORGANIZATION The Center for Justice Innovation is a community justice organization that centers safety and racial justice. Since our founding in 1996, the Center has partnered with community members, courts, and the people most impacted to create stronger, healthier, more just communities. Our decades of experience in courts and communities, coupled with our field-leading research and practitioner expertise, help us drive justice nationwide in innovative, powerful, and durable ways. For more information on how and where we work, please visit . The Center is a 900-employee, $130 million nonprofit that accomplishes its vision through three pillars of work: creating and scaling operating programs to test new ideas and solve problems, performing original research to determine what works (and what doesn’t), and providing expert assistance and policy guidance to justice reformers around the world. Operating Programs The Center’s operating programs, including the award-winning Red Hook Community Justice Center and Midtown Community Justice Center, test new ideas, solve difficult problems, and attempt to achieve systemic change within the justice system. Our projects include community-based violence prevention programs, alternatives to incarceration, reentry initiatives, and court-based initiatives that reduce the use of unnecessary incarceration and promote positive individual and family change. Through this programming, we have produced tangible results like safer streets, reduced incarceration, and improved neighborhood perceptions of justice. Research The Center's research teams are staffed with social scientists, data analysts, and lawyers who are academically-trained or have lived experience and who conduct research in the U.S. and globally on diverse criminal-legal system and justice issues. Their work includes evaluating programs and policies; conducting exploratory, community-based studies; and providing research translation and strategic planning for system actors. The Center has published studies on topics including court and jail reform, intimate partner violence, restorative justice, gun violence, reentry, sixth amendment rights, and progressive prosecution. The research teams strive to make their work meaningful and actionable to the communities they work with, policymakers, and practitioners. Policy & Expert Assistance The Center provides hands-on, planning and implementation assistance to a wide range of jurisdictions in areas of reform such as problem-solving courts (e.g., community courts, treatment courts, domestic violence courts), tribal justice, reducing incarceration and the use of fines/fees and reducing crime and violence. Our current expert assistance takes many forms, including help with analyzing data, strategic planning and consultation, policy guidance, and hosting site visits to its operating programs in the New York City area. Center Support A dedicated support team within the Center ensures the smooth functioning of operations across various domains, including finance, legal, technology, human resources, fundraising, real estate, and communications. Comprising 15% of the organization's staff, these teams provide essential infrastructure support and innovative solutions aligned with the Center's mission and values. THE OPPORTUNITY Brooklyn Justice Initiatives (BJI), the largest operating project of the Center, seeks to re-engineer the experience of criminal court in Brooklyn, New York, by providing judges and attorneys meaningful alternatives to bail, fines, and jail sentences. Operating out of Kings County Criminal Court along with community-based offices, BJI is a team of social service providers, court-based resource coordinators, mental health practitioners, compliance specialists, and others who seek to improve the quality of justice. Supervised Release offers an alternative to jail by providing pretrial supervision, case management, and voluntary social services to people charged with misdemeanor and felony offenses, and in doing so, uses an arrest as a window of opportunity to change the direction of a participant’s life, avoiding the harmful effects of incarceration. Program participants are monitored to ensure their appearance at court dates and mandatory programming and receive referrals to services such as job training, drug treatment, and mental health counseling. BJI is seeking a Supervising Case Manager for the borough’s Supervised Release Program (SRP) to supervise our case management and field engagement staff who are based in the community. Reporting to the Case Management Coordinator, the Supervising Case Manager will be responsible for providing substantive and consistent trauma-informed supervision to Case Managers, Senior Case Managers, and Community Navigators to ensure fidelity to the program model and quality service to participants in the community. Supervising Case Managers ensure that staff complete program-specific training, consistently apply policy, protocol, and best practices in alignment with that training, maintain routine and accurate data entry and court reporting, and collaborate effectively across SRP teams to build on successes and proactively address challenges. This position is also responsible for completing comprehensive and routine case audits in partnership with the compliance team to ensure consistent application of policies, protocols, and best practices. This in-person and on-site position leverages exemplary communication, data management, and supervisory skills to support their staff in the execution of their responsibilities. Though Supervising Case Managers will not carry a standard caseload, this position is responsible for supporting on-site de-escalation efforts in service of participants presenting with acute needs, covering on-site engagement with their staff’s participants when staff are out of the office or otherwise engaged, and responsible for ensuring quality service to all participants on their staff’s caseload. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Provide trauma-informed and in-person individual supervision to staff on a weekly basis;, • Use therapeutically-informed tools such as motivational interviewing, active listening, and thoughtful modeling to complement comprehensive auditing to ensure program policy, protocol, and strengths-based best practices are consistently applied;, • Support staff in professional growth and development and ensure that staff are providing consistent, quality services to participants;, • Lead and conduct biweekly in-person team meetings and group supervision of supervisees in order to review, train, and implement and guide staff towards meeting program policy, procedure, and operational expectations;, • Provide on-site shadowing opportunities and hands-on training for staff;, • Provide on-site crisis management and de-escalation support aligned with training, policy, and protocol as needed;, • Assist with on-site check-ins for high needs participants, as needed;, • Assist with ensuring that participants on-site are attended to by case managers in a timely fashion;, • Responsible for quality assurance, monitoring the team’s compliance with program requirements and court reporting obligations;, • Oversee routine and accurate documentation to ensure best practices and court reporting obligations are consistently practiced;, • Responsible for effective collaboration with the compliance team to ensure that staff complete accurate and timely data entry and compliance reporting within designated deadlines;, • Responsible for convening staff in response to deviations from the program model or other unfilled responsibilities;, • Maintain accurate and timely data entry and case documentation aligned with the program model, court reporting obligations, and best practices;, • Support policy and protocol implementation in collaboration with site leadership and the SRP Court Reform team, including co-facilitating training sessions;, • Maintain effective collaboration with site leadership including the Directors of Practice, Director of Court Operations, and direct practice Coordinators to ensure comprehensive and aligned service delivery to participants and the program model;, • Observe and support the delivery of intensive field-based engagement and support to participants;, • Support the recruitment and hiring of and onboarding and training for new staff;, • Work closely with the Directors of Practice, SRP Court Reform Training Specialist, Training Institute, and site Training Liaison to ensure SRP staff are consistently trained as required;, • Ensure regular and equitable access to program-related external professional development and training opportunities for direct reports;, • Co-facilitate pro-social and psycho-educational groups, as needed;, • Participate in individual, group supervision, and regular staff trainings to develop program expertise and related skill sets, including management training;, • Provide on-site managerial coverage for staff who are out of office or unavailable, as needed;, • Please note that this role is conducted in-person, on-site, and in the field with staff as needed;, • This role is not eligible for clinical hours; and, • Bachelor’s degree required;, • Minimum 4 years direct practice experience (e.g., therapeutic or case management) required;, • Experience in pretrial, court-based, or criminal legal system strongly preferred;, • Therapeutic intervention training and experience preferred, including but not limited to crisis intervention or de-escalation management;, • Supervisory experience preferred, but not required;, • Applicants with demonstrated clinical acumen and experience preferred;, • Masters degree and license in a mental health field valued but not required;, • Bilingual (English-Spanish) strongly preferred., • Able to travel to/within all BJI SRP offices/target neighborhoods in Brooklyn; transportation may involve the use of personal vehicles, BJI SRP transportation, public transportation, or may be on foot;, • Able to walk 20 blocks or more on a regular basis and climb stairs;, • Able to lift at least 20 pounds; and Position Location: Brooklyn, NY. Compensation: The compensation range for this position is $64,800 - $74,500 and is commensurate with experience. 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. 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