Criminal Justice Specialist

CASES seeks a Criminal Justice Specialist to join its Intensive Services Unit (ISU) within Pretrial Services. This initiative will implement innovative approaches to working with individuals who have been placed in the Supervised Release Program and experience more extensive needs and challenges that may impact daily functioning and overall program engagement. The ideal candidate for this position will work well as part of a coordinated clinical team actively assisting all team members. The focus group of program participants manage challenges in mental health, substance use, employment, and medical health. The team promotes proactive, sustained engagement in the community as a catalyst to individual transformation by bridging participants to community partners and resources eager to support our participants in realizing their greatest potential. The Criminal Justice Specialist will be an active partner in providing direct services to participants primarily in the community with additional services being provided at other CASES program locations.

The Criminal Justice Specialist will play a pivotal role in providing comprehensive support and advocacy for participants navigating the criminal legal system. This position involves ensuring participants are well-informed about court proceedings, offering essential transitional support during challenging times, and maintaining their well-being through the safe escort to and from the courthouse. This role serves as a bridge between participants and the legal system, facilitating understanding and cooperation.