Reentry Planning & Services Coordinator

Cumberland County Government Maine; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 56,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumberland County Government Maine is seeking a Reentry Program Coordinator to manage day-to-day activities and provide reentry planning services. You will work with jail, sheriff’s office, and community partners to coordinate services, reduce recidivism, and support successful reintegration.

The role is full-time with a comprehensive benefits package. Starting pay aligns with qualifications and the collective bargaining agreement; pay is $27.62 per hour and subject to standard county processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in social work, criminal justice, public administration, or related field.
• LCSW licensed preferred.
• Experience with individuals in the criminal justice system, preferably in a reentry or corrections setting.
• Knowledge of reentry principles, evidence-based practices, and best practices in criminal justice and social services.
• Strong organizational, planning, and project management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion in service delivery and program development.

Responsibilities

• Screen new inmates using validated instrument (e.g., AC-OK) and triage for full risk and need assessment using validated instruments (e.g., LSI-R, ASAM).
• Coordinate referrals – receive, review, triage, assign and track referrals for reentry planning services based on level of risk and need.
• Coordinate collaborative release planning: lead weekly release planning meetings with jail and community partners; secure and manage releases of information.
• Provide reentry planning services – maintain an active caseload and provide reentry planning services to high-risk individuals in Cumberland County Jail.
• Resource Coordination: facilitate access to housing, job training, healthcare, counseling, peer support, and legal services; connect clients with community programs.
• Monitoring and Support: provide ongoing guidance and advocacy; monitor progress and provide crisis intervention.
• Data Management and Reporting: maintain records for grant reporting; prepare reports and use data to inform decisions.

Skills

Stakeholder collaboration

Project management

Organizational skills

Equity and inclusion

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in social work, criminal justice, public administration, or related field

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) preferred

Job description

Cumberland County Government Maine is seeking a Reentry Program Coordinator to manage day-to-day activities and provide reentry planning services. You will work with jail, sheriff’s office, and community partners to coordinate services, reduce recidivism, and support successful reintegration.

The role is full-time with a comprehensive benefits package. Starting pay aligns with qualifications and the collective bargaining agreement; pay is $27.62 per hour and subject to standard county processes.