Corrections Reentry & Transition Specialist

Spectrum Health Systems, Inc.; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Life insurance

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

401k with match

Discount programs

Job summary

Spectrum Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Transition Specialist at Indian Creek Correctional Center in Chesapeake, VA.

The role focuses on education, release planning, and case management for clients nearing release from a Cognitive Therapeutic Community program. The position requires a Bachelor's in Human Services and a Virginia CSAC or equivalent within two years, with prior case management and substance abuse treatment experience highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services is required.
• State CSAC certification or Virginia Board-recognized credential within 2 years of signing.
• Case management experience is required.
• Experience in substance abuse treatment is preferred.
• Experience in correctional/secure settings is a plus.
• Experience with Therapeutic Community model programs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Providing group education, release planning, case management, and re-entry preparation services to clients who completed the Cognitive Therapeutic Community program and are within 90 days of release.
• Arranging continuing care needs for returning citizens to meet treatment, support, and living needs after incarceration.
• Facilitates Thinking for a Change classes, attends Re-Entry Council meetings, and sponsors workshops for returning citizens.
• Works closely with Virginia Department of Corrections personnel to ensure quality services and promote a healing recovery environment.

Skills

Case management

Substance abuse treatment

Therapeutic Community

Corrections collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Services

Job description

Spectrum Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Transition Specialist at Indian Creek Correctional Center in Chesapeake, VA.

The role focuses on education, release planning, and case management for clients nearing release from a Cognitive Therapeutic Community program. The position requires a Bachelor's in Human Services and a Virginia CSAC or equivalent within two years, with prior case management and substance abuse treatment experience highly valued.