Re-Entry Coordinator

The Richmond City Sheriff’s Office is seeking highly qualified candidates for the position of Re-Entry Coordinator.  This position’s core responsibilities will be to provide a range of reentry and case work management services by assisting residents being released from jail to successfully reintegrate into the community, and to navigate community based services and resources as they relate to employment preparation, education/training, support groups, and family reunification events. This position will report directly to Programs Coordinator.  The normal hours of work will be 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday.  The work location is the Richmond City Justice Center.

The Re-Entry Coordinator is also responsible for facilitating case management services and activities as it relates to reentry in programming, coordinating program participation for reentry and vocational workshops.  Furthermore, referring residents to in-house reentry services as well as  community based agencies, overseeing transition of work release program for eligible participants, and providing guidance for successful transition from jail back to the community.  The coordinator works directly with residents to develop, and deliver programming to enhance skills in the area of housing, employment, interviewing, identification, clothing, transportation, money management, education, community supervision, community resources, resumes, support groups, veterans' assistance, and identifying barriers that prohibit successful outcomes.  This position also coordinates resident schedules, assisting with job contacts, resource fairs, and work release in the facility with the Jail Reentry Services Team and Community Custody Alternative Sentencing Coordinator.

The preferred candidate must possess a four-year degree in business, liberal arts, or a related field and three years of experience and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.  Must be proficient in the usage of the English language which involves the ability to read, write and speak. The candidate should be able to demonstrate competencies in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel and Outlook. Strong interpersonal skills are required.  The preferred candidate will have a minimum of three (3) years of work experience in a correctional setting and have correctional education programming experience.

Salary is $55,000 - Grant Funded.  Competitive benefits package. Position is open until filled and the position is at-will.


RESPONSIBILITIES

• Working with government agencies to ensure program participants are engaged and supported in services that includes employment/training, housing, mentoring, and other comprehensive services.
• Working directly with program participants to plan for reintegration from incarceration into the community.
• Serving as the central point of contact between the Richmond City Justice Center and external partners, to include non-profit and faith-based organizations.
• Conducting initial pre-release analysis to determine the level of service and support needed.
• Attending program and agency related meetings and conference.
• Working closely with REAL Program and researchers in the collection of data, report writing, and follow-up.
• Ensuring individual participant case planning encompasses key partners, support, and services; and maintaining relationships and contracts within the network of local providers.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must possess a four-year degree in business, liberal arts, or a related field and three years of experience and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be proficient in the usage of the English language which involves the ability to read, write and speak.
• Should be able to demonstrate competencies in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Strong interpersonal skills are required.
• Preferred candidate will have a minimum of three (3) years of work experience in a correctional setting and have correctional education programming experience.

Company Description

The Richmond City Sheriff’s Office is responsible for maintaining a secure jail and a safe court system and for providing seamless inmate transport and civil process to safety. We remain committed to performing these duties with unsurpassed integrity and professionalism and with progressive training that incorporates best practices and technology.

While partnering with the community, we strive to lower recidivism by providing faith-based and community-based programming that empowers ex-offenders to become productive members of society. If you are looking for a great career, we encourage you to continue with this applicant-friendly, online job application.

The Richmond City Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

Benefits

• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Numerous educational partnerships with local institutions of higher learning providing reduced tuition
• Basic Life Insurance
• Group Health Insurance
• Optional Disability and Family Life Insurance
• Certified V3 Employer
• Direct Deposit
• Optional Deferred Compensation Retirement
• Virginia Retirement System Retirement with Hazardous Duty Supplement for Deputies
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 12 Vacation Days Per Year
• 15 Days Military Leave per Military Fiscal Year
• 15 Days Sick Leave Accrued per Year