1. SCOPE OF ROLE:          

The Forensic Enhancement Coordinator will provide supportive services to individuals with a forensic and chronic homelessness history who are enrolled in various SUS programs.  This role involves developing and implementing specialized interventions through various collaborative and community-based initiatives, aimed at avoiding recidivism, by promoting skills which promote rehabilitation, community reintegration and ongoing stability. 

The candidate must exhibit strong organizational and communication skills, demonstrating the ability to effectively manage responsibilities and engage diverse populations.  They must uphold the principles of trauma-informed care and consistently align with the core values of SUS.  

2. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facilitate engagement with individuals during program intake to identify specific needs and formulate service plans tailored to their forensic histories.
• Conduct risk assessments to evaluate potential challenges and develop strategies to mitigate barriers to successful reintegration.
• Organize and facilitate focus groups, workshops and activities centered around:

• • Supporting successful community reintegration
  • Promoting continued stability through skill building and access to resources
  • Education on strategies to avoid recidivism and reduce risk factors.

• Support clients around community reintegration by connecting them with critical resources including:
  • • Sealing records and expungement
    • Education on workplace rights
    • Updates on changes in drug laws
    • Assistance with obtaining and interpreting criminal records (rap sheets)
    • Voting rights

• Monitor and document client progress, adapting service plans as necessary to achieve positive outcomes.

• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

1. REQUIREMENTS

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required
• Forensic knowledge/history
• Experience with homelessness and mental illness  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Experience working with forensic/reentry populations preferred
• Bilingual English/Spanish speaking preferred, not required.

S:US IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Join a team of employees who cares about the wellbeing of others.  We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values:  respect, integrity, support, maximizing individual potential and continuous quality improvement. 

S:US is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. S:US is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities, including allowance of the use of services animals. To request reasonable accommodation or if you believe such a request was improperly handled or denied, contact the Leave Team at MyMedicalLeave@sus.org.