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Department

Halfway Back Program

Supervisor

Director, Halfway Back

Possible Majors

Criminology or related fields

Requirements

Good interpersonal and diagnostic skills, proven ability to conduct client interviews resulting in client skill’s assessment, experience in conducting small group counseling sessions, strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience working with an ex-offender (adult or juvenile) or substance-abuse populations a plus. Computer skills also a plus.

Description of Tasks

- Administer initial intake interviews, assessment and make recommendations for employment.
- Participate in and facilitate group sessions with center residents (career mapping, resume
writing, mock interviews, etc.)
- Organize and maintain resident files/records in accordance with Safer and IDOC guidelines.
- Review resident progress throughout the orientation period and make recommendations for
program planning.
- Inputting client group notes in Axiom.
- Other tasks as assigned.

Hours

15 – 40 hours per week as dictated by the program

Location

Halfway Back Program
3210 W. Arthington
Chicago, IL 60624

Contact

Enid Johnson, Manager of Agency-Wide Volunteer Services
(312) 454-3377
enid.johnson@saferfoundation.org

Volunteer and internships positions are unpaid. Applicants are subject to screening procedures including drug testing and fingerprinting.