RE-ENTRY INTAKE SPECIALIST (PUBLIC HEALTH PROFESSIONAL I)

DESCRIPTION

The City of Long Beach, Department of Health and Human Services is recruiting a permanent, full-time, unclassified Public Health Professional I to serve as a Re-Entry Intake Specialist in the Collective Impact Bureau, Community Impact Division. Reporting to the Human Dignity Program Manager (Development Project Manager I), the Re-Entry Intake Specialist plays a vital role in empowering individuals impacted by the justice system as they transition from incarceration or other challenging circumstances back into their communities. This position focuses on providing tailored support by assessing individual needs, creating customized re-entry plans, and linking individuals and their families to critical resources and services with the goal of ensuring a smooth and successful reintegration. This position is housed at the Ron Arias Health Equity Center, located at 6335 Myrtle Avenue Long Beach, CA 90805.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Oversees the initial comprehensive assessments of clients’ eligibility for services in line with the grant requirements.
• Develops individualized re-entry plans based on assessment findings and client goals.
• Assist in the development of a re-entry action plan to establish a one-stop location to effectively serve formerly incarcerated persons and their families.
• Develop re-entry program marketing plan and attends, hosts, and coordinates community events to increase awareness of existing services and support family reunification efforts for formerly incarcerated persons.
• Conducts case status convenings with funded service providers and grant advisory committee members.
• Serve as a liaison, along with the Human Dignity Manager, with county and state re-entry efforts to increase resources for community-based organizations to serve re-entry population in Long Beach.
• Assist with the development of grant proposals, contract management, and financial reporting.
• Assist with training and capacity building efforts among re-entry service providers and funded partners.
• Assist with the implementation of community restorative justice practices and trauma informed approaches to reduce family violence and strengthen community pathways for family reunification.
• Assist with the integration of re-entry services across city department efforts, including police community relationships.
• Act as a liaison between clients and service providers to ensure effective communication and coordination of services.
• Maintains accurate and confidential records of client interactions, progress, and service outcomes.
• Prepare and submit reports as required by funding agencies or organizational policies..
• Works closely with other professionals and organizations involved in the re-entry process, including probation officers, social workers, and community-based organizations.
• Organize, host, attend and participate in program related workshops, symposiums and trainings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Community Health, Public Administration, Business, or closely related field. (Proof of education required)
• Experience offering specific and substantial preparation for the duties of the position may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

EXPERIENCE

• One-year of full-time equivalent professional experience in public health or human services related to a specialized program.
• A valid driver’s license, or the ability to arrange necessary and timely transportation for field travel.
• May require working overtime, weekends, and evenings.
• May require bilingual skills (e.g. Spanish, Tagalog, Khmer).

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 or more years of experience, both personal and/or professional, in working with re-entry population and service provider networks.
• 2 or more years of experience with grant and/or project management.
• 2 or more years of experience with data analysis and setting up data metric dashboards.
• Experience in public speaking and excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of racial equity and trauma informed approaches.
• Proficiency with office productivity software (i.e. Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, MS Word, etc.).

SELECTION PROCEDURE

This recruitment will close at 11:59 PM PST, on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 . T o be considered, applicants must submit a resume, cover letter, and proof of education (if qualifying with a degree) in PDF format. Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience, and for level and relatedness of education. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in further selection procedures. The selected candidate may be required to go through a background check and a physical examination prior to appointment. Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements , including submission of all required attachments, will not be considered. For questions regarding this recruitment, please call (562) 570-7165.

The City of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer . We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.

The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act .

The City of Long Beach is committed to maintaining fairness and transparency in our hiring practices. We believe in providing equal opportunities to all applicants and ensuring that every applicant is evaluated based on their qualifications and merit. If you believe that you have been unjustly disqualified based on minimum qualifications for an unclassified job opportunity, you have the right to appeal the decision. Find out more about the Unclassified Applicant Appeal Process by visiting the Applicant Appeal Process (longbeach.gov) .

The City of Long Beach intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired, or if you would like to request this information in an alternative format, please call (562) 570-7165.

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Employee Benefits

The City of Long Beach offers its employees opportunities to grow personally and professionally.As a permanent employee, you are eligible to receive fringe benefits that include:
•Medical and Dental Insurance
•Life Insurance
•Retirement Plan (P.E.R.S.)
•Paid Vacation, Personal Holidays and Sick Leave
• Deferred Compensation
•Credit Union Membership
•Free Bus Transportation (Long Beach Transit)
•Flexible Spending Accounts
•Free Employee Parking
• Paid ParentalLeave*
*Paid Parental Leave - after six (6) months of City employment; up to 30 calendar days (160 hours/192 hours for sworn platoon) of PPL, taken in full-day increments, in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child, up to the age of seventeen (17).

Closing Date/Time: 3/25/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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