Correctional Reentry Caseworker – Community Integration

Northeast Counseling Services; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance at no cost to the emp

Life Insurance

Employer funded 401k

Paid Annual, Sick, and Personal Leave

8 paid holidays

Voluntary AFLAC options

Professional enhancement opportunities

Discounted rates at Odyssey Fitness

Job summary

Northeast Counseling Services Inc. is seeking a Community Integration Caseworker to support incarcerated individuals reentering the community with behavioral health and coordination needs.

You will conduct screenings, develop reentry plans, coordinate with correctional and community partners, and ensure continuity of care after release. This role requires strong boundary setting, crisis skills, and the ability to work in a correctional setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social services or related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in behavioral health, substance use treatment, criminal justice, corrections, case management, or related human services.
• Ability to work independently within a correctional environment while maintaining professionalism and boundaries.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, documentation, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience coordinating services across multiple systems with community partners preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mental health and substance use screenings and complete assessments within established timeframes.
• Develop individualized reentry and service coordination plans addressing behavioral health, housing, employment, education, medical, and social service needs.
• Coordinate referrals and facilitate access to community-based services for continuity of care after release.
• Assist individuals in obtaining resources including healthcare, benefits, housing, employment, transportation, and other supports for community stability.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with agency policies and correctional regulations.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, Criminal Justice, Sociology, or a related field

Job description

Northeast Counseling Services Inc. is seeking a Community Integration Caseworker to support incarcerated individuals reentering the community with behavioral health and coordination needs.

You will conduct screenings, develop reentry plans, coordinate with correctional and community partners, and ensure continuity of care after release. This role requires strong boundary setting, crisis skills, and the ability to work in a correctional setting.