OUD (Opioid Use Disorder) Reentry Specialist

VITALCARE MEDICAL PRACTICE; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account

401K plan matching

PTO

Annual bonus

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

VitalCore Health Strategies in Delaware is seeking an OUD Reentry Specialist at the Howard R. Young Correctional Institution in Wilmington for a full-time position.

You will provide case management, reentry planning, and transitional support to individuals with substance use disorders and co-occurring needs, coordinating with correctional staff, treatment providers, and community agencies. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least two years of experience with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required.
• Minimum of two years of experience working with justice-involved individuals, substance use treatment, mental health services, case management, or reentry services.
• Knowledge of Opioid Use Disorder, Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), mental health disorders, trauma-informed care, and recovery-oriented practices.
• Experience coordinating services with community agencies and healthcare providers.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to establish rapport with diverse populations and maintain professional boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management, reentry planning, and transitional support services to incarcerated individuals with substance use disorders, mental health needs, and co-occurring disorders. Work collaboratively with correctional staff, treatment providers, community agencies, and other stakeholders to ensure access to services and supports for successful reintegration.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Human Services, Counseling, Behavioral Health, or related field

Job description

Join the VitalCore Team in Delaware! We're people fueled by passion, not by profit!!!

VitalCore Health Strategies (VCHS), an industry leader in Correctional Health Care, has an opening for an OUD Reentry Specialist at Howard R. Young Correctional Institution in Wilmingston, Delaware for Full-Time!

Looking for a rewarding career with competitive wages and an excellent benefits package?

At VitalCore we pride ourselves on retaining and acquiring compassionate, ethical individuals who are committed to providing quality services. Join our team and experience first‑hand how VitalCore Health Strategies promotes a positive work environment that is based on respect and appreciation of the hard work and dedication of our staff.

OUD REENTRY SPECIALIST BENEFITS PACKAGE TO INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Holiday Pay: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term/Long-Term Disability
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and Discount Center
• 401K & Plan Matching
• PTO
• Annual Incentive Bonus
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

OUD REENTRY SPECIALIST POSITION SUMMARY:

The OUD (Opioid Use Disorder)-Mental Health Reentry Specialist is responsible for providing case management, reentry planning, and transitional support services to incarcerated individuals with substance use disorders, mental health needs, and co-occurring disorders. The specialist works collaboratively with correctional staff, treatment providers, community agencies, and other stakeholders to ensure individuals have access to services, resources, and supports that promote successful reintegration into the community and reduce recidivism.

OUD REENTRY SPECIALIST MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Human Services, Counseling, Behavioral Health, or a related field required.
• Minimum of two years of experience working with justice‑involved individuals, substance use treatment, mental health services, case management, or reentry services.
• Knowledge of Opioid Use Disorder, Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), mental health disorders, trauma‑informed care, and recovery‑oriented practices.
• Experience coordinating services with community agencies and healthcare providers.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to establish rapport with diverse populations and maintain professional boundaries.

VitalCore Health Strategies is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives.