Reentry Coordinator - Behavioral Health

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits: The benefits package includes excellent employer paid health insurance with low out of pocket cost, retirement pension (NC Local Government Retirement System), 401(k) with match, dental, vision, life, disability, paid vacation, paid sick, 13 paid holidays, floating holiday, new hires start out with two vacation and sick days and begin accruing immediately, paid parental leave, paid volunteer hours, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, longevity pay, wellness allowance and more. (Benefits differ for part time employees). Prior local and state government years of service count toward calculating vacation accrual rate! 

Hours: 8:00 - 5:00 Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week 

Funding Period  will end 6/30/2028

The Reentry Coordinator will coordinate and support reentry services for individuals transitioning from incarceration by collaborating with community partners, service providers, and governmental agencies. The coordinator will facilitate access to evidence-informed behavioral health, substance use, recovery, and supportive services, including MAT and harm reduction programs. 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain productive community partnerships with reentry groups, local service providers, and serve as the central point of contact for the local reentry council and DPS 
• Convene and facilitate reentry council meetings
• Lead the reentry council in the development of strategies and outreach to enhance awareness of the needs of the reentry citizens, community, and criminal justice system 
• Attend programs, agency and community meetings, and conferences as appropriate 
• Work closely with reentry partners in the collection and analysis of data 

Education/Experience:  

• Master's degree in criminal justice, mental health, human services, or related field with experience in justice involvement OR
• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, human services, or related field and 2 years of criminal justice experience such as corrections, detention services, case management, or reentry program management OR 
• Associate's degree along with a certification as a prison reentry coach (NCPRC) or reentry workforce certification (NRWC) 

License: Valid NC driver's license 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws pertaining to incarceration at the county level, correctional treatment practices, community resources and the criminal justice system 
• Ability to exercise sound judgement in routing and emergency situations, maintain excellent public relations through community organization, negotiation, mediation, conflict management, and facilitation 
• Possess ability to inspire community participation and build coalition 
• Ability to manage a budget, work within constraints of the budget, and prepare and maintain accurate records 

Our Mission

To improve individual and community health through services, education, and collaborative action.

Our Vision

We envision a thriving community where people make healthy choices in healthy environments.

CHA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.