Corrections Services Specialist I — Reentry & Community Support

State of Vermont; St. Johnsbury (VT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical premium 80%

Dental plan included

12 paid holidays

Job summary

State of Vermont Corrections Department seeks a Corrections Services Specialist I in St Johnsbury, VT. This full-time permanent role provides direct supervision of incarcerated individuals and works with probation offices and courts to secure needed services and programming.

The position requires completing minimum qualifications with related experience or college coursework, and offers a comprehensive total compensation package including health, retirement, and leave benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required with relevant experience.
• Experience working directly with client populations in human services or corrections is required.
• Two years of college coursework in human services or criminal justice with equivalent work experience also acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Direct supervision of incarcerated individuals in a correctional facility.
• Assist in preparing for release once eligible and coordinate with probation offices, courts, and law enforcement.
• Make referrals for programming and classifications for incarcerated individuals.

Skills

Direct supervision

Client population experience

Education

High School Diploma

Two years college coursework in human services or criminal justice

Four years client population experience in human services or corrections

Job description

State of Vermont Corrections Department seeks a Corrections Services Specialist I in St Johnsbury, VT. This full-time permanent role provides direct supervision of incarcerated individuals and works with probation offices and courts to secure needed services and programming.

The position requires completing minimum qualifications with related experience or college coursework, and offers a comprehensive total compensation package including health, retirement, and leave benefits.