Residential Reentry Care Coordinator

Cherry Health (Cherry Street Services) DBA; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Loan repayment (NHSC & MSRLP)

Health insurance (Medical, Dental, VIs

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Retirement plan with employer match

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Cherry Health is hiring a Coordinator, Residential Care in Detroit to oversee residents' day-to-day activities in a secure re-entry facility. You will supervise custody, enforce policies, ensure safety, document incidents, and support residents' reintegration with services and transportation needs.

The role requires strong organization, de-escalation skills, and clear written and verbal communication. A High School Diploma or GED is required, with CPR training and potential related degrees

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CPR certification required or must be completed within the first week of employment.
• Associate degree in Human Services or a Bachelor’s in Social Work or related field preferred.
• Knowledge or experience in correctional science or adult treatment is preferred.
• Must be at least 23 years of age and have a clean driving record for at least 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Orient and intake all new residents, ensuring they are informed of facility rules and expectations.
• Provide guidance and assistance to clients with questions, problems, and concerns.
• Maintain detailed and accurate documentation of client activities and other relevant information.
• Monitor and track client activities both on campus and in the community using headcounts, accountability calls, and GPS tracking.
• Ensure all residents sign in and out of the facility and monitor traffic of clients and visitors.
• Conduct random and scheduled searches of both the facility and client belongings.
• Perform urinalysis testing and enforce policies regarding substance use.
• Conduct perimeter checks and client counts regularly throughout the shift.
• Report any concerning or atypical events immediately to the supervisor.
• Attend all required staff meetings, including Monthly RCC and All Staff Meetings.
• Oversee residents’ medication, ensuring they take it as prescribed, and document the dosage and time taken.
• Perform pat searches and breathalyze residents when they sign in and out, or randomly as required.
• Distribute mail, meals, and transportation tickets to residents.
• Transport residents as necessary using company vehicles.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards within the facility and residents' rooms.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

De-escalation techniques

Written communication

Verbal communication

Time management

Problem-solving

Data entry / report generation

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CPR certification

Associate degree in Human Services

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field preferred

Tools

GPS tracking

Job description

Cherry Health is hiring a Coordinator, Residential Care in Detroit to oversee residents' day-to-day activities in a secure re-entry facility. You will supervise custody, enforce policies, ensure safety, document incidents, and support residents' reintegration with services and transportation needs.

The role requires strong organization, de-escalation skills, and clear written and verbal communication. A High School Diploma or GED is required, with CPR training and potential related degrees