Connections Work is looking for a PRETRIAL CASE MANAGER

Join their purpose-driven, culture-intentional team as a Pretrial Case Manager in their Pretrial Services Program!

Connections Work not only provide services, they are about creating lasting, positive change in our community. They're looking for dedicated individuals to join their intentional team where your work truly matters, and every day brings new opportunities to impact lives.

What you’ll do:

As a Pretrial Case Manager, you will conduct interviews with defendants, verify their background information, and determine their eligibility for pretrial release programs. You’ll be responsible for monitoring a caseload to ensure compliance with court-ordered release conditions. This role involves routine visits to the county jail and participation in an on-call rotation, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Essential Functions:

• Conduct interviews on defendants at the Berks County Jail and Central Processing Center, verify information, prepare the Pretrial Assessment, and present the assessment to the Courts when applicable. (Interviewing will be rotated between Pretrial Case Managers on a daily basis)
• Verify information on interview by conducting a criminal history check, contacting potential sureties, relatives, friends, employers and probation (if necessary).
• Utilize effective decision-making regarding a potential client’s eligibility for the Community Release Program, determining the appropriateness of the surety, as well as evaluating the level of supervision needed for each client. Participation in posting bail and the release of the defendant.
• Participate in a rotation of duties at Reading Central Court.
• Provide supervision to all defendants released under the Community Release Program or unsecured bail and monitor their compliance with conditions set at the time of their release.
• Meet with each client to assess the need of services and support and providing appropriate referrals and follow-up.
• Provide referrals for evaluation/treatment for clients with substance abuse/mental health issues. Maintain on-going communication, cooperation, and professional visits with TASC / SAM and treatment facilities.

Special Requirements:

• Bilingual in English and Spanish with skill in oral and written communication, including Spanish communication is preferred.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License, have access to a vehicle and be willing to travel to and work at various locations as needed in order to conduct agency business. Some locations require working within the confines of a secure facility and in close contact with residents thereof.
• Must possess and maintain valid personal vehicle insurance.
• Must possess and maintain clearance authorization through the Berks County Jail System (BCJS). Connections Work will process the clearance request.
• Must be able to work after agency office hours, as needed for special events and class coverage.
• Must be available for on-call duties as required by the agency’s On-Call Policy.

Connections Work is an equal opportunity employer.