Impactful Reentry Peer Support Coach

Spectrum Health & Human Services; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectrum Health & Human Services in Buffalo, NY, is seeking a Re-Entry Peer Support Coach to guide individuals returning to the community from incarceration. You will help develop release plans, connect to housing, employment, education, and health services, and provide ongoing peer support to promote successful reintegration.

This full-time grant-funded role emphasizes trauma-informed, person-centered support, coordination with correctional and community partners, and advocacy to reduce

Qualifications

• Lived experience experts/Credible Messenger who achieved successful re-entry.
• Strong communication, analytical, empathy, and problem-solving skills.
• Experienced in de-escalation techniques.
• Well organized, detail oriented and proficient in time management.
• Essential computer skills including Microsoft Office and Outlook.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Successfully discharged from Community Supervision.

Responsibilities

• Pre-Release Support: Coordinate with correctional and community supervision staff and partners to ensure continuity of care.
• Pre-Release: Work with incarcerated individuals to create release plans addressing housing, employment, education, and health needs.
• Pre-Release: Conduct facility visits to build relationships and provide guidance on re-entry preparation.
• Pre-Release: Provide guidance and information on CRTF benefits and processes.
• Post-Release: Serve as a mentor, role model, and advocate for positive reintegration.
• Post-Release: Provide a trauma-informed, human-centered and strength-based approach.
• Post-Release: Assist clients in accessing housing, vocational training and job readiness programs and other resources.
• Post-Release: Assist obtaining identification and documents for reentry.
• Post-Release: Provide emotional support and practical guidance during transition.
• Case Management & Advocacy: Maintain accurate records of client interactions and progress.
• Case Management & Advocacy: Advocate for clients’ needs with service providers and agencies.
• Case Management & Advocacy: Monitor and evaluate client goals for reintegration.
• Case Management & Advocacy: Coordinate multiple reentry services to avoid gaps in care.
• Case Management & Advocacy: Maintain strong relationships with local service providers and parole officers.

Skills

Cultural competence

Trauma-informed approaches

Confidentiality

Reentry focus

Knowledge of human service agencies

Teamwork and independence

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or higher

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Job description

Spectrum Health & Human Services in Buffalo, NY, is seeking a Re-Entry Peer Support Coach to guide individuals returning to the community from incarceration. You will help develop release plans, connect to housing, employment, education, and health services, and provide ongoing peer support to promote successful reintegration.

This full-time grant-funded role emphasizes trauma-informed, person-centered support, coordination with correctional and community partners, and advocacy to reduce