Corrections Reentry & Transition Specialist

DOC-Dixon Correctional Institute; Jackson (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Sick and annual leave

Deferred compensation

Flexible benefits

4/10 schedule option

Job summary

Dixon Correctional Institute in Jackson, LA, seeks a Corrections Transition Specialist to coordinate the CORe program and deliver reentry services for incarcerated individuals, advancing successful transitions. The role requires collaboration with internal staff and external partners to implement evidence-based practices.

The position focuses on program assessments, case planning, and documentation, while ensuring alignment with departmental policies and performance reporting.

Qualifications

• Six years ofexperience in social services, corrections, psychology, counseling, nursing, teaching at the secondary level or above, or in the treatment/rehabilitation of offenders/inmates.
• Six years of full-time work experience in any field plus three years of experience in social services, corrections, psychology, counseling, nursing, teaching at the secondary level or above, or in the treatment/rehabilitation of offenders/inmates.
• A bachelor’s degree plus three years of experience in social services, corrections, psychology, counseling, nursing, teaching at the secondary level or above, or in the treatment/rehabilitation of offenders/inmates.
• An advanced degree in a social science field, social work, nursing, or education plus two years of experience in social services, corrections, psychology, counseling, nursing, teaching at the secondary level or above, or in the treatment/rehabilitation of offenders/inmates.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates all aspects of the Corrections Organized for Reentry (CORe) Program for the assigned institution.
• Facilitates assessments, case planning, and program placement to support successful transition and reentry for incarcerated individuals.
• Monitors participant progress and maintains accurate documentation related to reentry services and program outcomes.
• Collaborates with correctional staff, program providers, and community partners to ensure delivery of evidence-based reentry services.
• Conducts group sessions, orientations, or workshops related to reentry preparation, life skills, and community reintegration.
• Identifies barriers to successful transition and assists individuals in accessing available services, resources, and supports.
• Ensures program activities align with departmental policies, established procedures, and reentry best practices.
• Prepares reports, tracks program data, and provides updates to institutional leadership as needed.
• Participates in ongoing training and professional development to maintain knowledge of reentry practices, community resources, and correctional policies.

Skills

Program coordination

Group facilitation

Interagency collaboration

Case planning

Reentry services

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 3 years experience

Advanced degree in social science/education/nursing

Job description

Dixon Correctional Institute in Jackson, LA, seeks a Corrections Transition Specialist to coordinate the CORe program and deliver reentry services for incarcerated individuals, advancing successful transitions. The role requires collaboration with internal staff and external partners to implement evidence-based practices.

The position focuses on program assessments, case planning, and documentation, while ensuring alignment with departmental policies and performance reporting.