Residential Re-Entry Specialist (3rd)

Community Solutions, Inc. (CSI); Bloomfield (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two weeks vacation

Sick time

Medical and dental plans

401(k) retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Bloomfield, CT, is seeking a Full-time Residential Re-Entry Specialist to work at the Drapelick Center. This role involves supervising clients, conducting necessary checks, and supporting individuals on parole in rebuilding their lives. Candidates must have a high school diploma and at least 4 years of experience in social services, with ongoing training provided. The position offers a salary of $20.25 per hour and comprehensive benefits including vacation and medical plans.

Qualifications

• 4 years’ experience in the social service or criminal justice field.
• Must pass a Federal Bureau of Prisons background check.
• Attendance of 40 hours of FBOP required training.

Responsibilities

• Conduct urinalysis and ensure security of facility keys.
• Transport clients as needed in a company vehicle.
• Supervise all client visitation and facilitate client orientation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Client supervision

Trauma-informed approach

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Overview

Make a Real Impact in Your Community! Join our mission-driven team as a Full-time Residential Re-Entry Specialist at Drapelick Center located in Bloomfield, CT. Due to our contractual requirements, we can only consider male applicants for this role. Community Solutions, Inc. (CSI) has been a pioneer in community-based services for over 60 years, transforming lives through programs for individuals involved in child welfare, juvenile justice, or criminal justice systems.

What You’ll Do

• Report to work 15 minutes before their scheduled shift (e.g., staff hired for the 4pm–12am shift are required to report by 3:45pm).
• Conduct urinalysis.
• Provide updates on any client issues and incidents.
• Verify all physical items being passed between shifts.
• Ensure security of facility keys.
• Conduct employment, job search and home confinement spot checks on each shift.
• Conduct common area, room searches and perimeter searches as assigned and document results.
• Conduct pat/pocket searches on all clients entering the facility and document results.
• Confiscate any contraband found and complete incident report.
• Complete house counts hourly from midnight to 8:00 a.m. and every 2 hours from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., documenting results.
• Transport clients as needed in a company vehicle.
• Conduct monthly emergency drills.
• Secure urines from same-sex clients and complete all required paperwork and electronic documentation.
• Supervise all client visitation. Sign all visitors and contractors in and out of the facility.
• Complete intake on all new arrivals prior to the end of your shift. Facilitate client orientation as assigned.
• Facilitate all client movement in and out of the facility.
• Monitor clients’ self-administration of medication.

Schedule

Tuesday – Saturday 12:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.

Hourly Rate

$20.25 per hour, plus applicable shift differentials

Why Work with Us

• Life-Changing Work: Help individuals on parole rebuild their lives and contribute to their communities in meaningful ways.
• Trauma-Informed Approach: CSI is committed to understanding and addressing trauma. You\'ll receive ongoing training to ensure you can support clients with care and compassion.
• Collaborative Environment: Work closely with the Program Director, MST Experts, and external stakeholders in a supportive, team-oriented setting.
• Growth Opportunities: Expand your expertise with training, certification, and professional development options in a growing organization.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma plus 4 years’ experience in the social service or criminal justice field. Education may be substituted with relevant experience on a one-for-one basis.
• Due to our contractual requirements, we can only consider male applicants for this role.
• Pass a Federal Bureau of Prisons background check.
• Attend 40 hours of FBOP required training prior to working FBOP clients.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Valid driver’s license.

Benefits

• Two (2) weeks’ vacation accrued within the first year, increasing to three (3) weeks after 1 year of service.
• Sick time (7 days accrual), floating holiday time (4 days/year).
• Medical and dental plans.
• Voluntary plan options for vision, FSA, voluntary STD, Accident, Hospital, Life insurance and AD&D.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with automatic enrollment and a company match of 100% up to 4% of your contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement after 1 year of service.
• Ongoing training.

Company Overview

Community Solutions Inc. (CSI) is a nonprofit organization that promotes responsible citizenship, accountability, and well-being of individuals and families involved, or at risk of involvement, in the child welfare, juvenile justice, or criminal justice system. Since its founding in 1962, CSI has been a pioneer in community-based services, delivering supervision, treatment, and comprehensive individualized services to help clients interact more effectively in their communities and become productive citizens. To learn more, visit https://csi-online.org.

Ready to help others overcome challenges and achieve success? Apply today and be part of a team that is transforming lives every day! CSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer – All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.