Reentry Coordinator

See the section "To Apply" below for full application details.

Summary:

The Reentry Coordinator facilitates the successful transition of New Mexico’s incarcerated population back into the community by working closely with correctional facility staff, outside community resources and other vital stakeholders to create an effective bridge pre to post-release. Specialized training in the COMPAS tool allows the Reentry Coordinator to provide an objective risk and needs assessment and standard for evidence-based case management and referrals. Based off an established case plan, Reentry Coordinator’s organize workshops and facilitate in-reach efforts which address individual’s criminogenic risks and needs and enhance the probability of a successful transition out into the community. While focusing on prerelease efforts, the continuum of care is vital to this position and works to coordinate services with Probation and Parole and other needed supports within the community prior to release. Applicants who have lived experience with the criminal justice system will be considered.

Location: Western New Mexico Correctional Facility - South, Grants, NM

Salary: Competitive, based on education and experience $44,000-61,000 per annum

Work hours: Variable eight hours per day scheduled at discretion of supervisor

Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma, GED certification or equivalent is required.

Work Environment:

Work is done inside the perimeter of an adult prison environment and in a variety of settings in a correctional institution, and includes daily contact with and supervision of inmates, sometimes one-on-one, and is potentially a very dangerous environment.

Essential Duties:

• Conducts Risk and Needs assessments
• Develops Case Plans for individuals transitioning out of incarceration based off the RnR assessment
• Coordinates with the Community Outreach and Faith-based Services Coordinator and PPD Transitional Coordinators
• Facilitates in-reach efforts with outside community organizations and other vital stakeholders
• Secures Vital documents for individuals prerelease
• Provides Identification and Driver’s Licenses utilizing the MVD Workstations
• Builds and provides Reentry Packets to individuals prerelease
• Works with Managed Care Organizations to assist in Medicaid Applications
• Works with the Social Security Administration and other agencies for vital records
• Refers individuals to Peer Support as needed
• Assist inmates with work readiness
• Perform related duties as required and assigned
• NMCD retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Employment Requirements:

• This position is designated as safety sensitive.
• Employment is subject to pre-employment and random testing, in accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state law, rules and regulations in relation to alcohol and/or drug testing.
• Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver's License.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S and have reached the age of majority.
• Willingness to work under potentially dangerous circumstances in a correctional facility and maintain strict fidelity to security protocols.
• All of the above must be done in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

To Apply: To be considered, please attach a resume, transcripts, and cover letter. The cover letter should detail the applicant’s interest in working in client-centered reentry and how their work history and experience supports their interest.

Agency Contact: Michelle Slater Michelle.slater@cd.nm.gov 505-876-8212

More Information: State of New Mexico employees may be impacted by the Public Health Order dated December 19, 2022, which requires facilities licensed or certified by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services ("CMS"), including all hospital types, long-term care facilities, nursing homes, hospice facilities and rehabilitation facilities, as well as assisted living facilities and adult day care settings, to adhere to all COVID-related requirements prescribed by CMS, including, but not limited to masking and staff vaccination.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $44,000.00 - $61,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $44,000 - $61,000