Community Corrections Specialist - Residential Facility (Entry-Level) - 3rd Shift

Intervention; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training provided

Health benefits

Generous PTO

Career advancement

Job summary

Intervention, Inc. in Lakewood, CO is seeking an entry-level Community Corrections Specialist to work the 3rd shift in our residential facility. You will assist justice-involved adults reentering the community and participate in routine safety checks, log keeping, and basic supervision with paid training provided.

This full-time role offers a clear career path into probation, parole, case management and public safety, plus health benefits, PTO and retirement options as you gain experience.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal communication and de-escalation skills.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries with residents.
• High attention to detail for legal and facility records.
• Must pass a standard criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Monitor facility safety through rounds and security checks.
• Track resident movements, sign-ins/outs, and curfew adherence.
• Administer urine drug screenings and breathalyzer tests.
• Maintain accurate logbook documentation and incident reports.
• Assist residents with guidelines, chores, and resource access.

Skills

Verbal communication

De-escalation

Professional boundaries

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Community Corrections Specialist – Residential Facility (Entry-Level)

Job Type: Full Time

Salary: $19.10- $21.96/hr (depending on shift differential)

Schedule: 3rd Shift (Overnight Shift)

Location: Lakewood, CO

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent (Required)

Experience: No experience required (Paid training provided)

Intervention, Inc., a Colorado non-profit, provides services within the criminal justice system across the state of Colorado including sobriety monitoring (UAs/BAs), electronic monitoring, probation supervision and community corrections.

Job Description

Are you looking to launch your career in criminal justice, social work, or law enforcement? Join our Intervention Inc. team as a Community Corrections Specialist. In this entry-level role, you will work directly within our residential transitional facility to help justice-involved adults successfully reenter the community.

This position offers a clear career pathway into probation, parole, case management, and public safety. We provide full paid training to ensure your success.

What You Will Do (Day-to-Day Duties)

• Monitor Facility Safety: Conduct routine rounds, headcounts, and building security checks.
• Track Resident Compliance: Log resident movements, sign-ins, sign-outs, and curfew adherence.
• Enforce Accountability: Administer routine urine drug screenings (UDS) and breathalyzer tests.
• Maintain Records: Complete accurate logbook documentation and shift incident reports.
• Support Reentry: Assist residents with facility guidelines, chore supervision, and resource access.

What We Look For (Requirements & Skills)

• Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Skills: Strong verbal communication and de-escalation skills.
• Mindset: Ability to maintain firm, professional boundaries with residents.
• Details: High attention to detail for precise legal and facility record-keeping.
• Background: Must pass a standard criminal background check

Benefits & Perks

• Paid Training Provided: Learn deescalation, motivational interviewing, CPR/First Aid, and more.
• Health Benefits: Medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement program with company match and immediate vesting.
• Generous PTO: Vacation, sick time and holiday pay differential.
• Career Advancement: Opportunities to promote into leadership, supervisory, case management roles.

Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Application Deadline: Open until filled