Job description

GOING HOME HAWAI`I

JOB DESCRIPTION: WEST HAWAI`I CARE COORDINATOR

FULL-TIME SALARIED EXEMPT (Effective May 1, 2023)

Under the general direction of the Programs Manager, this position works collectively with the team to create a transformative community experience where clients receive support and accountability in their reintegration journey. These duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist all clients with budgeting skills and ensure on-time payments of program fees.
• Provide necessary support and coordination of services for contracts with outside agencies.
• Utilize the agency database to input data and track outcomes.
• Provide case management services to all West Hawaii Kona Reentry clients; with a caseload of up to 30 active clients
• Receive and respond to referrals from HCCC, Hawaii Intake Service Center, the

Public Defender’s office, Adult Probation, Drug Court, and the Hawaii Paroling

Authority

• Upon intake of a new client, develop and implement comprehensive service plans based on individual client needs and review and evaluate the service plan on an ongoing basis
• Assist clients in securing and maintaining employment, establishing a budget and savings plan, and develop a long-term housing plan for successful transition at program completion.
• Coordinate or provide referrals to appropriate service organizations as needed.
• Provide individual case management sessions with clients at regularly scheduled intervals.
• Maintain effective communication and collaboration with all team members, to include external partner agencies such as: Primary Care Providers, Contract

Providers, Probation and Parole Officers, Police Officers, Mentors, Mental Health and Substance Abuse Treatment Providers, and others involved in providing client care.

• Assist in the coordination of life skills groups, house meetings, and pro-social activities.
• Participate in performance evaluation activities; suggest changes for improvement, if needed.
• Properly respond to reasonably expected situations that may arise in a reentry housing program.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Effective 5/1/2023

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in psychology, sociology, or any related field preferred;
• (relevant work experience can be substituted for educational requirements)
• Five years of social services work experience with a nonprofit or other related entity preferred.
• Justice System lived-experience a plus.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with people of diverse educational and cultural backgrounds, from justice-involved persons to public officials.
• Computer literacy, including knowledge of basic software applications and familiarity with the internet and email communications.
• Knowledge of the criminal justice system and experience working with justice-involved persons.
• Knowledge of substance use and mental health disorders and treatment modalities.
• Knowledge of homeless issues, and best practice approaches.
• Knowledge of Native Hawaiian culture and practices.
• Availability to work occasional evening and weekend shifts.
• Valid driver license; personal vehicle with adequate insurance; able to travel locally, state-wide and to the continental U.S.

Physical Abilities

• Climb and/or walk up and down stairs and/or walkways.
• Sit, walk and/or stand for periods of up to one hour at a time.
• Lift, carry, pull and/or push items up to 30 pounds at a time and for short distances. Such motions may include reasonable bending, stooping, reaching, and twisting.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits Package

• Health, dental, vision and prescription coverage with HMSA or Kaiser (100% covered premium)
• 401(k)
• 40 hours of vacation upon 1-year active service
• 40 hours of sick leave upon 1-year active service
• 14 paid holidays off
• Bereavement leave with pay of up to 3 days

Starting Annual Salary

• $40,000

Email Resume to: jobs.goinghomehawaii@gmail.com

Effective 5/1/2023

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work setting:

• In-person
• Office

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Kailua Kona, HI 96740: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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