Forensics PreSentence ReEntry Coordinator

Aurora-Mental-Health-; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bilingual differential pay

Health insurance

Dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) seeks a compassionate PreSentence ReEntry Coordinator to join our Jail-Based Behavioral Health Services team at Arapahoe County Jail. You will screen, plan, and support inmates with mental health and substance use needs, coordinating with jail and community providers to build recovery and reintegration plans.

The role is fully onsite with a Sunday–Wednesday schedule, 8:00 AM–6:30 PM.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and/or CAC II.
• Master's degree and/or CAC III or LAC preferred; license eligible at Masters level or licensed as LAC.
• Strong interest in mental health and ability to assess crisis situations.
• Knowledge of community resources and ability to work with diverse behavioral health presentations.
• Effective organizational and written/verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform behavioral health and substance use screening.
• Perform brief mental health and substance use interventions.
• Assist inmates with transitional resources.
• Facilitate referrals to behavioral health providers at discharge from jail.
• Provide crisis intervention as needed.
• Serve as liaison between jail, mental health center, and community providers.
• Enter data into JBBS database.
• Provide case management as needed; instruct clients in daily living skills.
• Conduct individual and group therapy.
• Accurately document interactions in EMR promptly.
• Attend criminal justice, medical, and other appointments with clients as needed.
• Coordinate care with the care team.

Skills

Communication skills

Crisis intervention

Organizational skills

Bilingual (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

CAC II

Master's degree (preferred)

CAC III or LAC (preferred)

License eligibility / Licensed as LAC (Masters)

Job description

Aurora Mental Health & Recovery (AMHR) is seeking a compassionate and dedicated PreSentence ReEntry Coordinator to join our Jail-Based Behavioral Health Services (JBBHS) team at the Arapahoe County Jail. In this impactful role, you will work directly with individuals involved in the criminal justice system who are experiencing substance use disorders or co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, with a special focus on high jail utilizers. You will provide outpatient therapeutic support, develop recovery and reentry plans that align with justice system requirements, and help individuals build the skills, insight, and resources needed for long-term success. As part of a collaborative, supportive, and highly communicative team, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals navigating complex challenges while contributing to improved community outcomes. The ideal candidate is empathetic, assertive, nonjudgmental, and adaptable, with strong communication, problem-solving, and time management skills, along with a genuine passion for helping underserved populations achieve recovery, stability, and successful reintegration into the community.Schedule. This position is fully Onsite/In-person. The schedule is Sunday - Wednesday; 8:00 AM - 6:30 PMSalary for this role. The starting wage is based on experience and company equity. Paid bi-weekly.$21.46 - $32.19 per hourBilingual Language Differential Pay. Employees who successfully pass a language assessment are eligible to receive bilingual differential pay. This differential is provided as a fixed amount of $3,000 per calendar year, paid on a bi‑weekly basis across 26 pay periods, and prorated based on hire date and full‑time equivalency (FTE). Eligibility and payment are subject to the language requirements of the position and the employee’s demonstrated proficiency in the language.Essential Functions:Perform behavioral health and substance use screening.Perform brief mental health and substance use interventions.Assist Inmates with transitional resources.Facilitate referrals to behavioral health providers at discharge from jail.Provide crisis intervention as needed.Serve as liaison between jail, mental health center, and community providers.Enter data into JBBS database.Provide case management as needed; instruct clients in daily living skills.Conduct individual and group therapy.Accurately document interactions in EMR promptly.Attend criminal justice, medical, and other appointments with clients as needed.Staff members will monitor and coordinate care for assigned clients in partnership with the other members of the client's care team.Requirements:Bachelor's degree in a related field and/or CAC II.Preferred: Master's Degree and/or CAC III or LAC; License eligible at Masters level in a Mental Health discipline and/or licensed as a LACStrong interest in working in Mental Health arenaAbility to assess crisis situations and intervene appropriatelyKnowledge of community resources.Basic understanding and ability to work with differing behavioral health presentations.Knowledge of community resources.Effective organizational skills.Effective written and verbal communication skills.Preferred: BilingualRequired Vaccination and TB Test.At AMHR the health and safety of our clients and staff are our top priorities. As part of this commitment, all employees are required to receive an annual influenza (flu) shot and present a negative TB test result before their first day of work. Proof of both the flu shot and negative TB test must be provided on your first day of employment. Medical and religious exemptions can be requested if necessary.Benefits:Health insurance: KaiserDental, vision, and flexible spending accounts (dependent care & health care)Company paid basic life and AD&D insuranceLong-term disability coverage*403(b) retirement plan which provides 100% vesting immediately, and matching contributions up to 4% after one year of employmentAccrued Vacation pay up to 12 days and accrued Sick Pay up to 12 days per year, and 1 floating holiday (hours calculated pro-rata basis based on full-time equivalency)Holidays: The company observes 10 designated holidays each year. Exception: Employees working in 24/7 programs or facilities are scheduled to work their regular shifts if the holiday falls on their scheduled workday. In these cases, employees will receive their regular pay for hours worked plus holiday pay.Employee Assistance ProgramVoluntary term life insuranceShort term disability**Eligible for benefit if working 30 hours per week or moreOur Mission.Mission: Deeply rooted in our diverse community, we deliver state-of-the-art care and meaningful outcomes that impact emotional well-being and addiction recovery.Vision: To foster hope and healing through compassionate, quality care.Core Values: Passionate caring; Rising to the challenge; Honoring and respecting all persons; Believing in resilience; Putting clients and community first; Commitment to collaboration and teamworkWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer.Aurora Mental Health & Recovery and subsidiaries (AMHR) are dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 and over, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and length, protective hairstyles), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, color, religion, national origin, disability, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable state or local law. We do not tolerate discrimination in any form or context including harassment or exclusion.