Residential Reentry Support Specialist - Community Corrections

City and County of Denver • Denver, CO

7d • $24 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

At the City and County of Denver, a job is more than just having a job - it’s an opportunity to build a meaningful career driven by purpose, public service, and community impact. As part of our team, you’ll contribute to the work that keeps Denver vibrant, inclusive, and thriving. We offer comprehensive benefits and ongoing opportunities for professional growth and development. You’ll join a diverse and talented workforce of more than 11,000 employees who bring passion, innovation, and dedication to serving our community every day. If you’re looking for a career where your work truly matters, we invite you to be part of something bigger with the City and County of Denver.

The Department of Safety, Community Corrections Division is seeking Community Reentry Support Staff to join our dedicated and enthusiastic team. If you are interested in a role that utilizes evidence-based behavior changes practices and gender-responsive and trauma informed approaches to the re-entry setting, we would love to hear from you! This position is for the upcoming location at: 4511 E. 46 Ave, Denver, CO 80216. Interested applicants must be available to work both traditional and non-traditional shifts to support a 24/7/365 operation. Shift availability includes: Day Shift: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Swing Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM, Overnight Shift: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM. Successful candidates must complete a background investigation that encompasses the applicant's employment and criminal history. We value diverse experiences, prior contact with the criminal legal system is not exclusionary for most applicants. Candidates cannot be under current criminal justice supervision.

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.
• Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment
• Applicants for employment with the City and County of Denver 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
• Have 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 and 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 and 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%) and 457 (b) Retirement Plan
• PTO (over 3 weeks in your first year) and 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), We Qualify for 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