RE-ENTRY SPECIALIST (PUBLIC HEALTH PROFESSIONAL I)

DESCRIPTION

The City of Long Beach, Department of Health and Human Services is recruiting for a full-time, unclassified, at-will Public Health Professional I(PHP I) to serve as the Re-Entry Specialist in the Homeless Services Bureau . Reporting to the Jail Clinician (PHP III), this position will provide mental health services and reentry service navigation to people experiencing homelessness throughout the City of Long Beach.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Reentry and Case Management Duties:

• Accept referrals from the Jail Clinician to provide wraparound services and case management to high-utilizers of the justice system, with the goal of reducing recidivism and promoting long-term stability.
• Collaborate on jail discharge planning and placement, ensuring individuals are connected to appropriate housing, services, and support systems upon release to prevent homelessness and reduce recidivism.’
• Develop and lead innovative counseling programs, such as groups, workshops, and skill-building sessions, to support reentry efforts and community reintegration.
• Assist care team with housing resources to persons with severe physical, mental health, or substance use needs.
• Participate in case conferencing and care coordination for higher-barrier clients to assist in navigating local and county homeless and healthcare systems.
• Navigate the Long Beach Coordinated Entry System to link clients to housing resources, including utilizing the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) and other data platforms to document all client interactions in a timely manner.
• Foster and develop collaborative working relationships with community and city reentry services, community-based organizations specializing in mental health, and other social service agencies.
• Provide case management to the reentry population, including consultation with probation/parole departments and submitting treatment summary reports for court advocacy.
• Assist in the development of a reentry action plan to establish the Multi-Service Center (MSC) as an access site to effectively serve formerly incarcerated persons and their families.
• Serve as a liaison—along with the Reentry Coordinator—to county and state reentry efforts to increase resources for community-based organizations serving the reentry population in Long Beach.
• 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 development of grant proposals, contract management, and reporting, along with the Reentry Coordinator, for dually impacted individuals experiencing homelessness and reentry.
• 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 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.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Professional experience in reentry services, homeless services, case management, or a related field.
• Knowledge of the criminal justice system, reentry processes, and community resources for incarcerated/formally incarcerated individuals.
• Experience with case management systems, such as the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS), or similar databases.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively with community-based organizations, government agencies, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Familiarity with trauma-informed care, restorative justice practices, and wraparound service models.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Bilingual skills (preferred), particularly in Spanish or another language commonly spoken in the community.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

This recruitment will close at 11:59 PM PST, on Monday, March 24, 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: 3/24/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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