Restorative Justice Case Manager Specialist

Position Title: Restorative Justice Case Manager Specialist - Alternative to Detention

Location: Ashland, KY

Status: Full Time, Salary, Exempt

Program: VOA Restorative Justice

Reports To: Restorative Justice Program Manager

Job Summary and Qualifications:

The RJ Case Manager Specialist will provide case management services with referred individuals and their families while implementing appropriate restorative justice practices.

Responsibilities:

• Maintains caseload consistent with Alternative to Detention program requirements, restorative justice, and case management processes in the assigned catchment area.
• Implements case management processes upon receipt of the referral to include assessment, development of case plan, and monitoring case plan through case closure and discharge.
• Maintains a daily contact schedule for each client referred which involves day phone contact and weekly face-to-face meeting while the client is under supervision as an alternative to detention.
• Facilitates restorative justice practice for assigned cases consistent with department and project requirements once the charges are referred to VOA Restorative Justice.
• Compiles, inputs and tracks case management and restorative justice processes in online case management system.
• Complete and maintain accurate documentation for case management and restorative justice practices in the online case management system consistent with policies.
• Complete all required reports and documentation consistent with program standards and funding requirements.
• Assists in the recruitment of community volunteers.
• Cultivates and maintains relationships with community organizations to provide support services for conferences participants.
• Seeks and engages in personal and professional development opportunities.
• Participates in staff meetings and supervision meetings.
• Assists with special projects as assigned.
• Assists and supports all VOA Restorative Justice project sites including case management and travel.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.