The Osborne Association serves individuals, families, and communities affected by the criminal justice system. Through our programs, we offer opportunities for people to heal from and repair harm, restore their lives, and thrive. We challenge systems rooted in racism and retribution and fight for policies and practices that promote true safety, justice, and liberation.

At Osborne, we are guided by core values and shared beliefs. We honor everyone's capacity to change, celebrate our shared humanity, are united in our pursuit of justice and equity, take all possible steps to keep our commitments and advocate for people and principles with fierce and tenacious determination.

We are seeking a Transitional Planner II to join our ReentryWorks unit. ReentryWorks seeks to improve reentry outcomes for people returning to NYC by assessing their specialized needs and connecting them with appropriate services prior to their release from NYS prisons. This role would be based in our Newburgh office but would have a hybrid work schedule: 1-2 days per week in a nearby NYS prison (within ~35 miles), 1-2 days in our Newburgh office, and the rest remote work. *Remote schedules are subject to change with or without notice.

This position requires clearance by the New York State Department of Correction and Community Supervision (DOCCS). Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain Department of Correction and Community Supervision (DOCCS) clearance to work in facilities operated by the Department of Correction and Community Supervision (DOCCS). 

Salary: $29.67-$30.89 an hour

Essential Duties:

• Must be able to commute to various prisons throughout the upstate area to provide reentry services
• Communicate with DOCCS staff regarding eligible participants, scheduling callouts/teleconferences, and transitional plans
• Using motivational interviewing, interview participants, assess their reentry service needs, and draft comprehensive transitional plans with participants
• Evaluate participant needs and match them to services offered by provider networks, provide referrals to outside networks/providers as needed
• Maintain accurate progress notes and other service entries in a timely manner
• Coordinate with community service providers, DOCCS, and participant family members to finalize the transitional plan and make necessary referrals with actual appointments in the community
• Assist with release day logistics, which may include picking up participants from the prison and taking them to their residence as needed
• Responsible for having reliable transportation to travel to local NYS prisons and transport participants as needed
• Perform other duties as requested

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree in Human Services; in lieu of degree, high school diploma or equivalent with three years of case management experience.
• 1-year case management experience
• Experience working with the formerly incarcerated population
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must have reliable transportation to travel to local NYS prisons required

Key Competencies:

• Have an understanding of the criminal justice environment
• General knowledge of NYC, reentry/social services providers, or resources
• Superior organizational and time-management skills
• Strengths-based case management expertise, particularly motivational interviewing, is a plus
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Exceptional assessment and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Bilingual Spanish is preferred
• Proficiency in Google Suite and related software
• Ability to work within a team

Benefits of Working at Osborne

Generous benefits include a four-week vacation, tuition reimbursement, flexible work schedule, excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, and a 403(b) plan with a company match. Career development through ongoing training and individual development plans.

The Osborne Association is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, unemployment status, or any other protected category. The Osborne Association takes affirmative action in support of its policy to advance employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Thank you for your interest in the Osborne Association. Be sure to include a cover letter with your application. No phone calls please. We wish we could personally respond to each application. However, we are unable to do so due to the volume of interest received.

** Salary is based on commensurate experience and other qualifications.