Residential Re-Entry Specialist
About The Position
Are you passionate about helping individuals overcome substance abuse and reclaim their lives? At Community Solutions, Inc. (CSI), we believe in second chances and providing the support people need to succeed. For over 60 years, we’ve been a pioneer in community-based services, transforming lives through innovative programs for individuals involved in the child welfare, juvenile justice, or criminal justice systems. As a Residential Re-entry Specialist/ Youth Residential Mentor, you will utilize your strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills on a daily basis. You will work closely with other team members to develop and implement individualized plans for each resident and provide ongoing support and guidance throughout their stay. Additionally, you will use your organizational and time-management skills to maintain accurate and up-to-date records of resident progress and behavior. Your ability to remain calm and composed in high-pressure situations will be essential in this role. Finally, your passion for helping youth succeed will be the driving force behind your work.
Requirements
- High School Diploma plus 4 years experience in the social service or criminal justice field.
- Valid drivers license
- Able to arrive 15 minutes before shift for shift change, may also be required to stay later.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelors degree plus one year experience in the social service or criminal justice field preferred.
- Experience with Youth Population Preferred.
- Education may be substituted with relevant experience on a one year for one year basis.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct care and supervision to youth residents in a residential setting
- Develop and implement individualized plans for each resident, in collaboration with other team members
- Provide ongoing support and guidance to residents throughout their stay
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of resident progress and behavior
- Ensure that all residents receive the necessary support and resources to successfully reintegrate into their communities
- Conduct employment, job search and home confinement spot checks on each shift.
- Conduct common area, room searches and perimeter searches as assigned and document results.
- Conduct pat/pocket searches on all clients entering the facility and document results.
- Complete house counts every hour from Midnight to 8am and every 2 hours from 8am to 10pm and document results.
- Transport Clients as needed in a Company vehicle.
- Conduct monthly emergency drills.
- Secure urines from same sex clients and complete all required paperwork and electronic documentation.
- Supervise all client visitation. Sign all visitors and contractors in and out of the facility.
- Complete intake on all new arrivals prior to the end of your shift. Facilitate client orientation as assigned.
- Facilitate all client movement in and out of the facility.
- Monitor clients self-administration of medication.
Benefits
- Generous Time Off: 2 weeks of vacation your first year (increasing to 3 weeks after 1 year), 7 days of sick time, and 4 floating holidays.
- Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and voluntary vision plans, plus FSA, short-term disability, accident insurance, hospital coverage, life insurance, and AD&D options.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan: Automatic enrollment with a 100% company match up to 4%.
- Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement after 1 year, plus ongoing training and opportunities for certification.
- Mileage Reimbursement: We offer reimbursement for business-related travel at the current IRS rate to help cover your transportation costs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
