Outreach Specialist

Job description

The Kings County District Attorney’s Office (KCDA) is one of the largest prosecutors’ offices in the country and is committed to developing and implementing innovative prosecutorial strategies that will fulfill our vision of keeping Brooklyn safe while at the same time ensuring fairness and justice for all. KCDA has an exciting opportunity to work as an OUTREACH SPECIALIST in the Community Resources & Re-Entry Bureau under the KCRTF GRANT. The Community Resource & Re-Entry Bureau addresses the needs and concerns of individuals transitioning from an incarceration-related environment and those impacted by the justice system with the case management and direct support services. Under direct supervision, with some latitude for independent initiative and judgment, the preferred candidate will be responsible for the following: -Facilitate intakes with prospective REENTRY participants. -Input intake data into the tracking sheet. -Maintain intake case notes. -Case conference with other REENTRY staff to refer prospective participants to appropriate services, including internal referrals to REENTRY services. -Participate in ongoing case conferences to ensure continuity and quality of services. -Provide short-term individualized case management to participants to support participant success (eg. referrals to housing, healthcare, employment, etc.). -Conduct outreach at 15 2nd Avenue, DOCCS facility. -Attend community events and resource fairs partner to share about KCDA- REENTRY services. -Travel to NYS Correctional Facilities to facilitate information sessions and conduct small group and individualized reentry planning sessions with individuals enrolled in reentry programming. -Tracking and maintaining data related to outreach and reentry planning at NYS correctional facilities. -Attend monthly planning with the Bureau Chief/ Executive or the Program Administrator to discuss cases. Additional Information Candidate must meet the additional requirements: -A bachelor’s degree in human services, Social Work, Community Health, Criminal Justice, related field OR -An associate degree and two years of social service work experience. PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS POSITION IS GRANT-FUNDED. Preferred Skills - Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a demanding and complex work environment, to carry out complex assignments on time, and to remain flexible in a highly changeable environment. -Demonstrated ability to respond calmly and thoughtfully to emergencies and to develop solutions in partnership with supervisors and administrators. -Strong attention to detail, and ability to multi-task. -Proven experience in facilitation and comfort engaging large groups and working with individuals in smaller settings. -Experience providing services in prisons, jails, or reentry settings. -Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Office, PowerPoint, project management software, internet research -A valid driver’s license in good standing. -Candidates with relevant life experience preferred. COMMUNITY ASSOCIATE - 56057 Qualification Requirements 1. High school graduation or equivalent and three years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to duties described above; or 2. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above. The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.