Staten Island, NY30+ days ago
Responsibilities Include but are not limited to:Engage in one-on-one relationships with mentees and their families, including, but not limited to, scheduling and facilitating individual mentorship meetings several times per week; Develop, facilitate, and coordinate group programming including, but not limited to workshops, restorative justice circles of support, community benefit projects, and group outings; Co-create and oversee all elements of individual support plans for mentees, including scheduling and participating in meetings related to mentees' well-being, as well as family team meetings and work with participants to fulfill the goals and make the necessary connections that were identified in their individual support plan; Meet participants at discharge from Department of Corrections (DOC) and Department of Corrections and Community Supervision (DOCCS) facilities, if needed; Provide referrals related to appropriate workforce and employment program, pro-social and civic engagement as needed and assist participants with navigating various social services; Utilize online databases to track participant activities and outcomes; Act as a community liaison for the Staten Island Justice Center by developing and maintaining thriving relationships with community partners and attending community meetings and events which may take place in evenings and on weekends; Transport clients from DOC facilities upon release to Staten Island as needed; 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; Provide coverage and support for other TRI programming, as needed; Participate in staff meetings and staff development activities at SIJC, as required; Perform other duties as necessary to support the Staten Island Justice Center and department activities; and. Qualifications:3-5 years of experience working with formerly incarcerated individuals and/or who have lived experience is required; Valid' driver's license is required; Strong knowledge of reentry, the justice system, Staten Island community resources & support services, and/or restorative justice practices; Think creatively and critically about their approach to helping people overcome barriers to reentry and community engagement as well as seek direction and advice when necessary and make independent decisions when possible; Sound judgment, a trauma-informed and non judgemental “harm reduction” approach, excellent communication, a willingness to continue learning from and with their SIJC colleagues, and good organizational and multitasking abilities are a must for this role; Strong ability to balance participation in a collaborative work environment with independent work; Experience with utilizing person-centered practices and language; Ability to demonstrate cultural humility and competence in working with diverse participants; Ability to show discretion, initiative, and independent judgment within established program guidelines; Exemplary interpersonal skills, excellent customer service, and a welcoming approach to feedback; Computer literacy and ability to learn new software are preferred; Candidates must have the ability to work with people from racially and culturally diverse backgrounds and be able to provide crisis management as needed; and.