Re-Entry Specialist

People•Abingdon, VA

About The Position

People Incorporated is seeking a Re-Entry Specialist stationed in Abingdon, Virginia. The position provides comprehensive re-entry services to participants enrolled in People Inc. reentry programs and oversees all aspects of re-entry programming, from intake and eligibility determination through assessments and individualized service planning. The specialist identifies barriers that may affect successful re-entry and goal achievement, delivers cognitive skills and work-readiness training, coordinates referrals and wraparound services, and provides supportive services based on participant needs. The position documents participant activities, services, progress, and outcomes in the EmpowOR database; monitors progress toward established goals; ensures compliance with grant and program requirements; maintains accurate, timely case records; and assists with required programmatic reporting and performance tracking. The specialist must be willing to work within state, local, and regional correctional facilities. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., 40 hours per week. People Incorporated describes itself as committed to improving the lives of those it serves and building futures and realizing dreams for clients and the community. It offers a relaxed dress code, ample leave time, and benefits. The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program and a smoke- and drug-free workplace. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

Associate degree in a Human Services field of study.
Two years of experience working in a Probation Department, Court Services Unit, or providing services to hard-to-serve clients.
Willingness to work within state, local, and regional correctional facilities.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive re-entry services to participants enrolled in People Inc. reentry programs.
Oversee participant intake and eligibility determination, assessments, and individualized service planning.
Identify barriers that may affect successful re-entry and achievement of participant goals.
Deliver cognitive skills and work-readiness training.
Coordinate referrals and wraparound services.
Provide supportive services based on individual participant needs.
Document participant activities, services, progress, and outcomes in the EmpowOR database.
Monitor participant progress toward established goals.
Ensure compliance with grant and program requirements.
Maintain accurate and timely case records.
Assist with required programmatic reporting and performance tracking.
Work within state, local, and regional correctional facilities.