Community Justice Liaison - Registered Nurse, Social Worker, Clinical Counselor- Nevada

CareSource

About The Position

The Community Justice Liaison is responsible for engaging with members prior to their release from incarceration and during the transition period as these members re-enter their community. The Liaison will assist in delivering a coordinated re-entry experience for our members through collaboration with the Department of Correction and internal and external stakeholders. The Liaison will help ensure end-to-end care coordination by engaging with incarcerated members prior to release, obtaining information on the physical, behavioral, and social needs of the member to assist them with goals and resources for success.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in health care, business or related field or equivalent years of relevant work experience is required
A minimum of two (2) years of care coordination or related experience is required
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite to include Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent active listening and critical thinking skills
Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Strong interpersonal skills and high level of professionalism
Ability to work independently and within a team environment
Ability to develop, prioritize and accomplish goals
Knowledge of regulatory requirements
Knowledge of health plan policies and community-based organization that can impact outcomes
Strong relationship building and management skills
Current unrestricted clinical license in state of practice as a Registered Nurse, Social Worker or Professional Clinical Counselor is required.
Licensure may be required in multiple states as applicable based on State requirement of the work assigned
Employment in this position is conditional pending successful clearance of a driver’s license record check.
To help protect our employees, members, and the communities we serve from acquiring communicable diseases, Influenza vaccination is a requirement of this position.
CareSource requires annual proof of Influenza vaccination for designated positions during Influenza season (October 1 – March 31) as a condition of continued employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with community justice population preferred

Responsibilities

Provide in-reach education and engagement services to incarcerated individuals and staff in the Department of Correction.
Engage with the member in a variety of settings to establish an effective, professional relationship. Settings for engagement may include but are not limited to a correctional facility, hospital, provider office, community agency, telephonic or electronic communication
Responsible for interfacing with the existing care coordination continuum, including the member, Department of Correction, CareSource care management and Life Services staff, community health partners and community agencies to foster the transition of the member back into their community.
Ensure the creation of a care plan and help coordinate the connection of the member to community providers and resources
Maintain appropriate documentation
Responsible for gathering member data
Participate in relevant governmental and advocacy meetings
Contribute to operational and strategic feedback to programmatic development
Responsible to serve as an interdepartmental and inter-market liaison to gather/share information about issues and barriers related to the successful execution of our program
Help develop and deliver training and training materials related to the state Re-entry Program
Act as a liaison to government agencies and social service/community resources to communicate ideas, address concerns and relay solutions
Educate members through implementation of tools, processes, and competencies
Perform any other job-related duties as assigned