Behavioral Health Reentry Coordinator

CHA; Kannapolis (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

CHA in Concord, NC seeks a Reentry Coordinator - Behavioral Health to support reentry services for individuals transitioning from incarceration, collaborating with community partners and government agencies. The role emphasizes access to evidence-informed behavioral health and recovery services, including MAT and harm reduction.

The position requires advanced education in criminal justice or related fields and relevant experience, plus a valid NC driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in criminal justice, mental health, human services, or related field with experience in justice involvement OR
• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, human services, or related field and 2 years of criminal justice experience such as corrections, detention services, case management, or reentry program management OR
• Associate's degree along with a certification as a prison reentry coach (NCPRC) or reentry workforce certification (NRWC)

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain productive community partnerships with reentry groups, local service providers, and serve as the central point of contact for the local reentry council and DPS
• Convene and facilitate reentry council meetings
• Lead the reentry council in the development of strategies and outreach to enhance awareness of the needs of the reentry citizens, community, and criminal justice system
• Attend programs, agency and community meetings, and conferences as appropriate
• Work closely with reentry partners in the collection and analysis of data

Skills

Public relations

Negotiation

Mediation

Facilitation

Budget management

Education

Masters degree in criminal justice, mental health, human services, or related field

Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, human services, or related field + 2 years’ experience

Associate's degree + prison reentry coach NRWC/NCPRC certification

Job description

CHA in Concord, NC seeks a Reentry Coordinator - Behavioral Health to support reentry services for individuals transitioning from incarceration, collaborating with community partners and government agencies. The role emphasizes access to evidence-informed behavioral health and recovery services, including MAT and harm reduction.

The position requires advanced education in criminal justice or related fields and relevant experience, plus a valid NC driver’s license.