Community Reentry Support Staff - Community Corrections

City and County of Denver • Denver, CO

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Safety, Community Corrections Division is seeking Community Reentry Support Staff to join their dedicated and enthusiastic team. This role utilizes evidence-based behavior changes practices and gender-responsive and trauma informed approaches to the re-entry setting. The position may be assigned to The IMPACT (The Intentional Men Practicing Accountability, Compassion and Trust) Center, the MOORE (Men Overcoming Obstacles Reentry) Center, or Project: Elevate. These centers provide alternatives to incarceration and support individuals transitioning back into the community. The IMPACT Center serves residential and non-residential participants, offering an evidence-based, trauma-informed alternative to incarceration for men facing challenges with probation or transitioning from prison. The MOORE Center is a collaborative initiative supporting justice-involved men reintegrating into the community through a structured, supportive environment. Project: Elevate is a unique reentry experience for women returning to the Denver community after incarceration, recognizing their specific needs and offering gender-responsive, trauma-informed, holistic, and safe practices. Interested applicants must be available to work traditional and non-traditional shifts to support a 24/7/365 operation, including day, swing, and overnight shifts.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years of higher education, with a Bachelor’s Degree preferred, or any combination of education, training or experience which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.
• Experience in a directly related field or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities preferred.
• One (1) year of the appropriate type and level of experience may be substituted for each required year of posthigh school education.
• Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements.
• Ability to attain, or possession of Adult CPR, AED, Naloxone, and First Aid certifications after date of hire.
• Maintain continuing education hours annually or as required.
• Possession of a valid Drivers License by date of hire.
• By position, possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Commercial Driver's License with passenger endorsement required.
• Must complete a background investigation that encompasses the applicant's employment and criminal history.
• Candidates cannot be under current criminal justice supervision.
• Must have valid work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in Spanish and English
• Experience working in a related field
• Skilled use of software and business application including, but not limited to, word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, and databases
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
• Commitment to working collaboratively within a team to ensure timely completion of work.
• Motivation to work with participants in a gender responsive, trauma informed manner and ability to demonstrate a healthy working alliance with participants to assist them with behavior change and risk reduction.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine headcounts and facility walk-throughs to ensure accountability and safety.
• Perform thorough searches of participants, their property, and facility spaces in accordance with policy.
• Monitor the physical, psychological, and emotional well-being of participants and share observations with supervisors and care management teams.
• Supervise participant sign-in and sign-out processes to track authorized movement.
• Administer substance use monitoring, including urine drug screenings, with professionalism and accuracy.
• Monitor and document participant medication usage in line with established procedures.
• Respond appropriately to rule violations, following structured behavioral protocols.
• Apply techniques of behavior change and motivational enhancement to support positive participant outcomes.
• Utilize evidence-based practices, such as core correctional practices and behavioral interventions, to encourage rehabilitation.
• Engage with participants using gender-responsive and trauma-informed approaches.
• Work varied shifts to support 24/7/365 facility operations, including coverage for sister sites when needed.
• Provide first aid and respond to emergency situations as required.

Benefits

• Four (4) Medical Plans
• Dental
• Vision Insurance
• Pension Plan for Life (Employee contributes 8.45%, Employer matches at 17.95%)
• 457 (b) Retirement Plan
• PTO (over 3 weeks in your first year)
• 12 paid holidays
• STD, LTD, HSA, FSA, Life Insurance
• CARE Bank, Family Leave Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Volunteer Program
• Tuition Reimbursement (up to $2000/year)
• Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Learning and Development Opportunities; Courses and Career Development Resources
• EcoPass (unlimited free RTD bus/train rides)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree