Corrections Specialist 2 – Reentry Care Coordinator
Monroe Correctional Complex
Monroe, WA.
Hourly Salary: $33.86-$45.57
Monthly Salary: $5,892.00-$7,930.00
Schedule: 7:00am-3:30pm (0700-1530) Monday-Friday (Saturday/Sunday off)
The Washington State Department of Corrections is seeking a highly motivated and qualified individual for the Corrections Specialist 2 – Reentry Care Coordinator position at the Monroe Correctional Complex located in Monroe, WA.
The goal of the Reentry Care Coordinator is to provide support with healthcare transition planning as part of the Health Services Reentry Team. This position is assigned to the Monroe Correctional Complex and reports to the Psychiatric Social Worker 4. This position is performing journey-level work coordinating reentry care and requires strong interpersonal skills to make connections and build relationships with incarcerated individuals and DOC staff. The Reentry Care Coordinator works collaboratively with the social worker, nursing staff, the primary care provider, patient services representatives and other team members with the purpose of making the critical link to health information/services and assists with care coordination. The Reentry Care Coordinator is flexible and willing to work in a dynamic and evolving role according to individual patient and program demands, has strong verbal/written communication skills, and strong organizational skills. To work with the patient and their Health Services Reentry Team to eliminate barriers to continuity of care from prison to community.
The mission of the Department of Corrections is to 'improve public safety by positively changing lives. For additional information visit our website at doc.wa.gov
COMPLETED APPLICATION PACKET WILL INCLUDE:
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A detailed resume
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A cover letter outlining your interest in this position
Application assessment will be ongoing; the hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time during the recruitment process. It’s the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible. This recruitment could be used to fill multiple permanent or non-permanent positions.
Develop, coordinate and implement healthcare reentry planning for patients releasing from prison:
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Track releasing patients and their transition of care needs using the statewide reentry tracker and triaging health services reentry kites.
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Organizing multidisciplinary team meetings.
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Attend reentry team meetings, wrap around meetings, and other meetings related to transitioning individuals from prison to community.
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Coordinates and facilitates resources to support transition of care to community.
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Provide Narcan education and other education.
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Partner with Health Services team members to develop processes to ensure individuals.
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Communicate with Managed Care Organizations.
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Explain and clarify any applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
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Provide liaison services. Assist clients in completing forms and applications (to include prison and community programs, benefits and resources).
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Partner closely with clinic team/providers/therapists.
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Gather documentation needed from health record for Health Services Reentry Team when requested to facilitate access to care, programs, and benefits.
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Update SharePoint sites and evaluate program.
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Partner, plan and coordinate with Community Corrections, Prisons, and Reentry Divisions to ensure communication and continuity of care.
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Prepare release packets in coordination with Health Services Reentry Team.
Reduce access to care barriers and improve care coordination for patients releasing from prison:
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Establishes and maintains community partnerships including internal and external stakeholders.
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Eliminate barriers associated with care coordination.
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Engages physicians, hospital staff, leaders and community partners in analysis, intervention and resolution activities.
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Works with colleagues to eliminate avoidable delays.
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Refer quality, infection control and risk management issues to appropriate individual or department.
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Staff’s complex cases with Health Services Reentry team to facilitate.
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Builds relationships with an understanding of community resources and support. Evaluate programs to include reviewing and analyzing data, identification of trends, and making recommendations to team, supervisor, and management.
Responsible for serving as patient liaison and advocating for patients to achieve quality patient focused outcomes:
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Assists patients along their care pathway by serving as an advocates.
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Shares assessments and patient response; remains a support system throughout the patient’s course of treatment.
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Provides education and logistical support.
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Collaborates with the patient, patient representatives and interdisciplinary team.
Actively Participate in Clinical/Facility/Statewide Coordinated Quality Improvement Meetings, Projects and Programs:
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Maintains current knowledge of departmental policies/standards/procedures, new clinical procedures/processes, patient safety goals, core measure quality indicators and other issues/requirements.
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Participate in required trainings and attend department team meetings.
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Develop and maintain processes.
Establish rapport that preserve professional boundaries:
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Basic knowledge of appropriate boundaries and limits around personal self-disclosure.
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Strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
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Cultural sensitivity and humility.
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Sensitivity to coordinator of care requirements.
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Demonstrate sensitivity to patients/caregivers.
Required Qualifications:
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Two (2) years of experience in a health care setting.
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Three (3) years of professional experience in adult corrections, social services or a closely related field.
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Experience with case management for physical and/or behavioral health needs.
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Proficiency using Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel, Outlook).
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Knowledge of community resources.
Desired Qualifications:
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Satisfactory completion of two years college or Bachelor’s Degree in social services related field from an accredited college or university whose accreditation is recognized by the US Department of Education or Council for Higher Education (CHEA).
Mission: The mission of DOC is to improve public safety by positively changing lives.
Our Vision: Working together for safer communities.
Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.
Our Core Values:
Cultivate an environment of integrity and trust: Corrections values partnership and trust. We foster openness and support courageous conversations. We are committed to doing what we say we are going to do by being accountable and taking personal ownership in our actions.
Respectful and inclusive interactions: Corrections appreciates and values individuals by promoting an inclusive and diverse environment, which encourages safety. We respect, value, and listen to the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of our stakeholders and consider the impact on those we serve as well as each other.
People's safety: Corrections believes in creating an environment that values physical, mental, and emotional security and well-being. We honor those who advance safety for all.
Positivity in words and actions: At Corrections, we assume positive intentions and believe there is a shared desire for the best outcome. We consistently demonstrate positive behavior and always put forth our best effort.
Supporting people's success: Corrections is committed to our community – understanding individuals, instilling hope, embracing change, and providing opportunities.
Important Notes:
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DOC complies with the employment eligibility verification requirements for the federal employment eligibility verification form I-9. The selected candidate must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States consistent with the requirements of that form. https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
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DOC does not use E-Verify; therefore, we are not eligible to extend STEM-Optional Practice Training (OPT). For information, please visit www.uscis.gov.
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Please include a minimum of three (3) professional references with your application. A professional reference is defined as an individual who has been paid to supervise your work and can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job competencies. If you do not have any or sufficient professional references, please include non-related professionals, such as educators or other professional associates. **Please note: Phone number AND email address are required for all professional references.
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A background check including criminal record history will be conducted prior to a new hire. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.
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Employees may work directly with or near incarcerated individuals in a potentially hazardous setting. Please consider this when deciding whether to apply.
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We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free work environment, and our employees are expected to comply with all state and federal laws. A pre-employment drug test may be administered as part of the selection process, and applicants who test positive for any controlled substances, will be disqualified from consideration.
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Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is an aerosol pepper spray made available as a means of self-defense and/or de-escalation. Applicants with sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
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Animal care projects are a common component of most Washington State prisons, including dog and cat programs. Applicants with animal sensitivities or allergies are encouraged to ask about the level of exposure they could expect in this position.
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Tuberculosis (TB) is a priority health issue for DOC employees. The successful candidate may be required to provide valid proof of a baseline TB skin test within 60 days from the date of hire. When positive tests result, further information, testing and treatment will also be required. Employment is not contingent upon test results.
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This position may be represented by a bargaining unit.
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Requires respirator medical evaluation questionnaire, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by the WA Industrial Safety & Act standards. Refer to WAC 296-842 to learn more.
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Must be able to work in spaces, climb stairs, walk long distances, and frequently lift up to 30 pounds. Under rare circumstances this position may be required to lift or carry up to 50 pounds and push up to 100 pounds.
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Foreign equivalent degrees awarded outside the United States must have a credential evaluation report attached to your application. You may request the required evaluation/documentation from www.wes.org and www.aice-eval.org. Until this documentation is provided, you will not be selected to move forward in the hiring process.
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Candidates who are offered a job with the Department of Corrections must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.
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Salary is based on experience and is determined at the time a final offer of employment is made.
We are committed to hiring individuals who possess core diversity competencies:
Foster a positive attitude and openness toward the ever changing social and cultural makeup of the workplace.
Work effectively with people of different perspectives, abilities, disabilities, races, religions, ages, lifestyle preferences and social, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
Respectfully acknowledge people's differences and recognize these differences as important and valuable.
Promote inclusiveness.
Be culturally sensitive and appropriate.
Respect and value diverse backgrounds and traditions.
What We Offer:
As an employee of the Department of Corrections, your work-life integration is a priority. Washington State employees are offered one of the most inclusive and competitive benefits packages in the nation. Besides comprehensive family insurance for medical, dental, and vision, these perks also may include:
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Up to 25 paid vacations days a year
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8 hours of paid sick leave per month
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12 paid holidays a year
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Generous retirement plan
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Flex Spending Accounts
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Dependent Care Assistance
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Deferred Compensation and so much more!
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
DOC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, honorably discharged veteran, veteran status, genetic information, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability.
For questions about this recruitment, or to request reasonable accommodation in the application process, please email [email protected] or call us at (509) 290-7123. For TTY service, please call the Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
