Reentry Ambassador

Job Posted 11/28/2024
Georgia Coalition for Higher Education in Prison
Atlanta, GA
United States
Category Administrative
Employee
Full-Time
Experience Required
Industry
Chaplaincy
Pay
$50,000.00 to $55,000.00 Per Year
Travel
Some Travel
Job Description

DESCRIPTION

The Georgia Coalition for Higher Education In Prison (GACHEP) serves incarcerated and formerly incarcerated people seeking higher education in Georgia. We partner with colleges, universities, and nonprofits to expand postsecondary educational opportunities and support people on their educational journey.

We are seeking a Reentry Ambassador (RA) to join our team. The Reentry Ambassador is responsible for providing high-quality reentry services to people returning from Georgia jails and prisons and seeking to continue their education after release. Services include assessment, educational planning, referrals, case management, and group facilitation.

The RA will liaise with Departments of Corrections, Community Organizations and the University System of Georgia schools to build a welcoming support structure for people coming home. The RA will be based in the Metro-Atlanta area and will serve students pursuing education through the University System of Georgia system. The RA is responsible for maintaining records of progress, providing data for reports, and occasionally writing reports.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This will be a full-time position. A set work schedule will be determined by the Reentry Ambassador in conversation with the GACHEP Operations Administrator. Hours may include evenings and/or weekend time slots, not to exceed (40) forty hours per week. Some travel will be required.
 

KEY TASKS

  • ▪  Provide case management services to people in reentry seeking higher education, including conducting a needs and education goals assessment, developing a personalized education plan, and making referrals to service providers to arrange post-release housing, employment, and educational assistance as well as substance abuse treatment.

  • ▪  Visit prisons and work with pre-released individuals to create academic and reentry success plans.

  • ▪  Map out opportunities to pursue education post-release by creating an education success plan.

  • ▪  Work with and vet service providers and track referral outcomes for partnership opportunities in the Metro Atlanta area.

  • ▪  Performs other duties as requested.

  • ▪  Bilingual - Spanish is a plus
Job Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE

▪  Associate Degree in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Public Administration, and/or Human Services; or in lieu of degree, must have a minimum of two years of proven experience in the human services sector.

▪  Minimum of two years of direct care experience, in an individual and group setting.

▪  Exceptional case management and group facilitation skills.

▪  Experience with correctional facilities and reentry settings preferred.

WORKSTYLE CHARACTERISTICS

▪  A commitment to our mission and to representing the organization positively

▪  Timeliness and responsiveness to clients

▪  Strong communication (written and verbal), interpersonal skills and a team-oriented

individual who communicates frequently and openly with colleagues

▪  Excellent organizational, high attention to detail, problem-solving, and data-

gathering skills and an ability to independently and successfully follow through and

manage projects

▪  Commitment to learn new skills as needed

▪  Experience and demonstrated ability to collaborate across teams

▪  Knowledge of the criminal legal system is desirable with trauma-informed

experience a plus

▪  Working proficiency with Google Suite, Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint,

Outlook) and Zoom







COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

GACHEP offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. The Georgia Coalition for Higher Education in Prison is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and Second Chance employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, unemployment status, conviction status, or any other protected category. The Georgia Coalition for Higher Education in Prison takes affirmative action in support of its policy to advance in employment for individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to landers.thomas@gachep.org with the subject title, “Reentry Ambassador – Last Name.”
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