We are hiring a Resource Liaison for our Intersection to Care Global Grant. Please share this position description with anyone who might be qualified and interested. The position is located in Topeka. Contact Patti Mellard @ patti@keystaffing.com for more information.Intersection to Care Resource Liaison
The primary function of the Resource Liaison (RL) is to provide women leaving incarceration with the resources and skills to reintegrate into the community and obtain meaningful employment. RL will be responsible for evaluating and meeting with women, pre-release, to coordinate and provide direct resources, referral to community assistance, and reintegration services for women being housed in the Shawnee County Adult Detention Center (SCADC), thereby increasing their opportunity to become productive members of the community and reducing recidivism.
- Use trauma-informed and victim-centered practices to create relationships of trust with incarcerated women (clients).
- Coordinate care for clients leaving incarceration. Collaborate with local organizations to set up access to services, including housing, food, clothing, mental/physical health care, substance misuse treatment, transportation, training and education or other services as needed.
- Post incarceration, follow-up with clients /mentors–weekly or daily as needed. Follow-up monthly once client has reached stabilization.
- Track services, supplies and volunteers for program, and report monthly to Rotary ITC Committee. Ensure complete documentation of all client services provided.
Job Requirements
- Current licensed master’s level clinician required (LMSW, LSCSW, etc.).
- Three (3) years employment as a victim advocate preferred.
- One (1) year crisis service experience preferred.