Diversion Specialist

Diversion Specialist Residential Youth Services & Empowerment (RYSE) Kailua, HI Job Details Full-time $56,000 - $70,000 a year 9 hours ago Qualifications Probation case management Community partnership development Bachelor's degree in social work Interagency collaboration in community supervision Phone communication Harm reduction Substance use treatment centers Bachelor's degree in psychology Trauma-sensitive environment Mid-level Community resource coordination in health services social work Advocacy Criminal Justice Juvenile justice system Working with individuals experiencing homelessness Mental health resources facilitation Social service program quality assurance Driving Psychology Collaborating with law enforcement agencies Client referral services Data entry Working with incarcerated individuals Restorative justice disciplinary approach Working with individuals with mental health conditions Social Work Community relationship building Providing care for clients Working with individuals with substance use disorders Working with individuals from underserved communities Full Job Description Residential Youth Services & Empowerment (RYSE), a community-based organization, seeks a Diversion Specialist . Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, quality assurance, data collection, in-reach to incarcerated/institutionalized youth (i.e., OCCC, WCCC, Hawaii State Hospital), court advocacy, building and maintaining relationships with like-minded organizations; law enforcement; Department of Health (ADAD, AMHD, etc.); Hawaii State Judiciary, and drug treatment facilities. The Diversion Specialist will further the agency's mission of providing a continuum of support that empowers Hawaii's street youth to move beyond houselessness. RYSE envisions a community where there is no youth houselessness.

Job Responsibilities:

In-reach to incarcerated/institutionalized youth (i.e. OCCC, WCCC, Hawaii State Hospital) Court Advocacy Building and maintaining relationships with like-minded organizations, law enforcement, DoH, HSJ, and drug treatment facilities Linkage to appropriate supportive services Coordination of probation requirements and conditions of supervised release Attend all meetings and trainings, as scheduled Input data into various databases to track homelessness status and standard case management functions Coordination with substance abuse and mental health treatment centers Case management for all clients

Required Qualifications:

Knowledge of the criminal justice system in Hawaii and various social service organizations. Access to an insured, registered vehicle, and able to successfully complete a driving record abstract and criminal background check.

Educational Requirements:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in the field of psychology, social work, criminal justice, or closely related field with a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience with the identified population.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience providing diversion, reentry, or transition services to youth involved in the juvenile or criminal justice systems. Knowledge of trauma-informed care, positive youth development, restorative justice practices, and harm reduction approaches. Experience working with youth experiencing homelessness, substance use disorders, serious mental illness, or family conflict. Familiarity with the Hawaii juvenile justice system, probation processes, and specialty courts. Physical Demands & Work Environment This position involves engaging with diverse communities, participating in site visits, and attending policy discussions. Reasonable accommodation will be made to ensure accessibility. While primarily office-based, occasional fieldwork, community meetings, and housing site evaluations may be required. Standard office responsibilities include document preparation, computer use, and phone communication. Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion RYSE is committed to equity, inclusion, and social impact. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including members of the LGBTQ+ community and those with lived experiences in housing insecurity.