Community Engagement Specialist ** Male Candidate**

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Job Title: Community Engagement Specialist
Location: Santa Barbara, CA
Hourly Rate: $21.86

Company Overview
Community Solutions Inc. (CSI) is a nonprofit organization committed to promoting responsible citizenship, accountability, and the well-being of individuals and families involved, or at risk of involvement, in the child welfare, juvenile justice, or criminal justice systems. Since 1962, CSI has pioneered community-based services that deliver supervision, treatment, and individualized support, empowering clients to reintegrate successfully into society. From establishing the first halfway house in New England to expanding to almost 50 programs in 9 states, CSI remains at the forefront of social change, serving thousands of adults, youth, and families each year. For more information, visit www.csi-online.org.

About the Role
We are looking for a passionate and driven Community Engagement Specialist- male candidate preferred to join our team at the Day Reporting Center (DRC) in Santa Barbara, CA. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in helping individuals on parole successfully reenter society. Our DRCs provide community-based alternatives to incarceration, where clients work closely with case managers and employment specialists to develop meaningful goals and make positive changes in their lives.

If you are someone who believes in second chances and wants to help others achieve their potential, this role is for you!

What You'll Do
As a Community Engagement Specialist, you will:

• Verify and document satisfactory completion of community service hours.
• Coordinate transportation, meals, and emergency situation responses at community service sites in accordance with Agency policies and procedures.
• Complete intake paperwork and assist in client orientation.
• Coordinate and schedule client assignments to community service projects.
• Assess transportation, insurance, and equipment needs and recommend budget and work schedules.
• Conduct sanitation and safety inspections of all internal and external areas and equipment.
• Completes additional client paperwork, maintains files and performs other duties as assigned by the Program Supervisor.
• Stay informed about CSI's programs, policies, and procedures to offer clients the best possible support.
• Contribute to the overall success of the DRC by performing other tasks as needed.

What You Bring

• High School Diploma with a minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience. Education may be substituted with experience on a year for year basis.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Possess sound judgment and decision making skills.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Experience with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Benefits

• Vacation: 2 weeks in the first year, 3 weeks after 1 year of service.
• Sick Leave: 7 days per year.
• Floating Holidays: 4 days per year.
• Comprehensive Medical and Dental plans.
• Voluntary vision, FSA, short-term disability, accident, hospital, life insurance, and AD&D options.
• 401(k) plan with 100% company match up to 4% of your contribution.
• Tuition Reimbursement after 1 year of service.
• Ongoing professional development and training.

Why Join CSI?
At CSI, you'll be part of a compassionate and forward-thinking team dedicated to transforming lives and promoting long-term community safety. As an Employment Specialist, you will have the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of individuals as they work toward independence and stability after incarceration. If you are passionate about social justice, believe in people's potential for growth, and want to be part of a team creating lasting change, this is the perfect role for you.

Apply Today!
Join us in empowering individuals to rebuild their lives. Be part of the change-become an Employment Specialist at CSI.

CSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Disability/Vet. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.