Correctional Re-entry Coord 3rd shift

Cherry Health • Detroit, MI

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About The Position

Cherry Health is seeking a Correctional Residential Re-entry Care Coordinator to oversee residents’ day-to-day activities in a residential re-entry facility. Working under a Federal Bureau of Prisons contract, the Coordinator provides custody and security oversight while supporting adults reintegrating into the community after incarceration. The role balances facility safety, accountability, and policy enforcement with respectful, practical assistance to residents.

The position is in a 24/7 residential setting. The listed third-shift hours are 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM, with shift availability spanning Sunday through Saturday. Attendance at required staff meetings, including monthly RCC and All-Staff meetings, is required. This posting is an evergreen requisition, and there may not be an immediate opening.

Cherry Health is a Federally Qualified Health Center serving underserved communities across six Michigan counties, with more than 800 health care professionals at 20 locations. Its services include primary, dental, vision, behavioral, pharmacy, substance abuse, and residential re-entry care. The organization’s mission is to improve health and wellness through comprehensive primary and behavioral health care and to encourage access for underserved people.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Michigan driver’s license.
• CPR certification, or ability to complete certification within the first week of employment.
• At least 23 years of age.
• Clean driving record for at least five years.
• Ability to maintain order and structure in a residential setting and work professionally with challenging clients in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Ability to adapt and shift focus efficiently between tasks.
• Strong written communication skills for documentation and incident reporting.
• Effective verbal communication skills, including de-escalation techniques.
• Computer proficiency, including basic data entry and report generation.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and time-management skills.
• Ability to perform the position’s essential functions with or without accommodations.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Human Services, or bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a related field.
• Knowledge or experience in correctional science or adult treatment.
• Previous direct-care experience in mental health, substance abuse, or residential correctional programs is highly desirable.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Orient and intake new residents, explaining facility rules and expectations.
• Provide guidance and assistance to residents with questions, problems, and concerns.
• Maintain accurate documentation of resident activities and other relevant information, including logs and incident reports.
• Monitor and track resident activities on campus and in the community using headcounts, accountability calls, and GPS tracking.
• Ensure residents sign in and out and monitor client and visitor traffic.
• Conduct random and scheduled searches of the facility and residents’ belongings, including pat searches when required.
• Perform urinalysis testing and breathalyze residents when signing in or out or randomly as required; enforce substance-use policies.
• Conduct regular perimeter checks and resident counts throughout the shift.
• Report concerning or atypical events immediately to the supervisor.
• Attend required staff meetings, including monthly RCC and All-Staff meetings.
• Oversee residents’ medication, ensure it is taken as prescribed, and document the dosage and time taken.
• Distribute mail, meals, and transportation tickets to residents.
• Transport residents as necessary using company vehicles.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in the facility and residents’ rooms.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Loan repayment through the NHSC and Michigan State Loan Repayment Program for select roles.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families.
• Paid time off; four weeks per year for full-time employees.
• Eight full-day paid holidays and two half-day paid holidays.
• 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer matching dollar for dollar up to 5%.
• MET and MESP 529 savings plans.
• Pet insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED