Case Manager, The Fortune Society, Long Island, NY

Case Manager

Posted on: May 16, 2013
Application deadline: July 9, 2013
Posted by: The Fortune Society

DESCRIPTION

The Fortune Society's mission is to support successful reentry from prison and promote alternatives to incarceration, thus strengthening the fabric of our communities. We do this by believing in the power of individuals to change; building lives through service programs shaped by the needs and experiences of our clients, and changing minds through education and advocacy that work to rectify unjust and criminal justice polices.

Case Managers screen, assess, counsel and link clients to needed transitional services (e.g., housing, entitlements, medical/mental health care, treatment, food & clothing) both within and outside the agency.
Ideal candidates have a BA or HS/GED with related experience, and at least two years experience dealing with HIV/AIDS, substance abuse and/or criminal justice issues. We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits package, including 3 weeks of vacation during the first year, tuition reimbursement and the chance to make a difference in the lives of formerly incarcerated men and women.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this job, please click on this link: https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=503465
The Fortune Society encourages individuals to apply who have successfully made the transition from incarceration and/or substance abuse into a stable, productive lifestyle in the community. The Fortune Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer and auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities

Employment Counselor, Women's Center of Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL

Employment Counselor

Posted on: March 14, 2013
Posted by: The Women's Center of Jacksonville

DESCRIPTION
The employment counselor will coordinate an employment program for women reentering the community after incarceration. The employment counselor will facilitate a 12-week workforce preparation program that includes classroom training, development of individual employment plans with women, creation of relationships with employers, and job placements and support. This is a high-profile position in the community.

WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, Human Resources Management, Social Work, Women's Studies, or related field preferred, and a minimum of two years of experience in non-profit social services required. A Master's Degree with at least 1 year non-profit social services experience is also applicable. Experience working with women, drug and alcohol abuse, ex-offenders, or low-income individuals is preferred, plus community relationship building skills and proficiency in computer programs such as Word, Excel, Publisher, and the Internet.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
The Employment Counselor is a self-starter who is empathic and has a positive outlook. She has effective communication, persuasion, and assessment skills; excellent organizational and time management skills; the ability to manage multiple priorities; and group facilitation skills. The Employment Counselor expresses a willingness to be a productive team member, and has a heightened awareness of feminism and sensitivity to the societal issues women face.
The Women’s Center of Jacksonville, Inc. offers a challenging, dynamic, and supportive environment to its employees. The Women’s Center of Jacksonville embraces diversity in the workplace.

This is a Full-time position, at $30,000 - $32,000 per year

For more information on the Women's Center of Jacksonville, visit our website at www.WomensCenterOfJax.org 

HOW TO APPLY
Please respond with your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements 
Attn: Christine Tyler 

Email: HR@womenscenterofjax.org

Fax: 904-722-3100

Snail mail:
Women's Center of Jacksonville 
5644 Colcord Ave 
Jacksonville, FL 32211

No Phone Calls Please