Ohio Innocence Project Client Clinical Services Specialist
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
Full-time
Project Management
Posted on May 26, 2023
Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors - http://bit.ly/UCEMPL
Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to more than 47,000 students, 10,500 faculty and staff and 330,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”
With the launch ofNext Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, eight straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 athletic conference, UC's momentum has never been stronger. UC's annual budget tops $1.6 billion and its endowment totals $1.9 billion.
Job Overview
Provide direct social work and case management services to freed Ohio Innocence Project (OIP) clients.
Essential Functions
Experience working with formerly incarcerated population, their support networks, and community-based organizations in supporting re-entry
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.
As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).
The University of Cincinnati is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer / Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran.
REQ:92451
SF:OMJ SF:RM SF:HEJ, SF:INS SF:HERC SF:DIV SF:LJN
Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to more than 47,000 students, 10,500 faculty and staff and 330,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”
With the launch ofNext Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, eight straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 athletic conference, UC's momentum has never been stronger. UC's annual budget tops $1.6 billion and its endowment totals $1.9 billion.
Job Overview
Provide direct social work and case management services to freed Ohio Innocence Project (OIP) clients.
Essential Functions
- Meet with recently freed clients to assess needs, build rapport, and develop short- and long-term goals specific to economic, emotional, and physical stability.
- Facilitate necessary preparations for client release, including but not limited to provision and delivery of clothing, housing, vital documents, food, transportation, cell phone, and any other necessary goods and services.
- Facilitate necessary payment for immediate and subsequent client-post release needs, goods and services.
- Work closely with OIP's clinical director to provide post-release services, develop individualized service and case management plan, and make referrals to agencies and other providers of health care, psychological care, counseling, educational and employment services as needed.
- Develop client-focused initiatives and activities to help OIP clients successfully transition back into society.
- Ensure comprehensive client needs assessment for mental health, substance abuse, co-occurring disorders, and medical needs.
- Hold regular meetings and check-ins with clients and conduct follow-up as appropriate.
- Work closely with OIP's director of policy and engagement on client-centered education and development programs.
- Establish and maintain consistent and thorough case files, and document findings in client records.
- Develop effective working relationships with external partners including other re-entry organizations, community mental health providers, and other service providers.
- Organize client-focused gatherings or events as appropriate.
- Work closely with OIP's clinical director to design, implement and support clients' involvement at the national innocence network's annual conference.
- Work flexible work hours and some evenings and weekends.
- Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.
- Master's Degree in Social Work or related field.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable record
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Clinical Counselor
- Three (3) years of experience in clinical counseling and working with social services, procuring public benefits, and/or enrollment in entitlement programs.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate
- Strong active listening skills and the ability to negotiate positive outcomes
- Strong organizational skills, including a well-developed attention to detail and follow through
- Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects at a time, work well under pressure, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Creative problem-solving skills
Experience working with formerly incarcerated population, their support networks, and community-based organizations in supporting re-entry
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
- Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.
UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.
- Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
- Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
- Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
- Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
- Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
- Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
- Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.
As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).
The University of Cincinnati is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer / Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran.
REQ:92451
SF:OMJ SF:RM SF:HEJ, SF:INS SF:HERC SF:DIV SF:LJN