What are the responsibilities and job description for the Care Coordinator - Forensics position at Lutheran Social Services of WI & UP MI?
Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan (LSS) Full-Time | Community-Based | Non-Exempt Service Area: Dane, Rock, and Green Counties
About the RoleLutheran Social Services is seeking a dedicated and mission‑driven Care Coordinator to support individuals returning to the community through Wisconsin’s Supervised Release (SR) Program. This role provides intensive, person-centered case management with a strong focus on employment support, community integration, and long‑term stability.
You’ll work with a small caseload of 3–5 clients, allowing you to build meaningful relationships and deliver high‑quality, individualized services. This position requires comfort working in correctional settings, as well as meeting clients in the community, homes, workplaces, and treatment environments.
Key ResponsibilitiesProvide comprehensive, strengths‑based case management to individuals transitioning from institutional care to community living under Supervised Release.
Conduct regular in‑person visits in correctional facilities and community settings.
Develop individualized service plans focused on employment readiness, daily living skills, treatment engagement, and community integration.
Coordinate with mental health providers, DOC staff, residential programs, employers, and other community partners.
Support clients in navigating benefits, housing, transportation, and vocational resources.
Maintain accurate documentation and comply with program, court, and agency requirements.
Utilize motivational interviewing and evidence‑based practices to promote client success and reduce recidivism.
Required:
Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, Criminal Justice, or related field
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ability to travel throughout Dane, Rock, and Green Counties
Ability to work in correctional environments and community settings
Strong communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills
Preferred:
Experience working with individuals involved in the corrections system
Background in mental health, crisis intervention, or community‑based services
Familiarity with trauma‑informed care and evidence‑based practices
Experience supporting individuals with significant barriers to employment or community integration
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- By being employed with LSS, which is a non-profit agency, you can be eligible for loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
- Loans are eligible to be forgiven after 10 years of on-time and consistent payments through the income-based re-payment plan.
- Assistance navigating the PSLF through Summer
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Flex Spending for Dependent & Health Care
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid Time Off
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Ability to Contribute to 403B
- LSS makes annual raises a priority for employees
- Calm Wellness App – Premium Access
- Early Earned Wage Access with UKG Wallet
- Employee Assistance Program
- Service Awards and Recognition• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Full‑time, primarily daytime hours with some flexibility required based on client needs.
Lutheran Social Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)