Residential Reentry Specialist

State-of-Iow; Burlington (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time and sick leave

Health, dental, vision insurance

IPERS retirement plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs

Employee discount programs

Job summary

The State of Iowa, Department of Corrections, invites applications for the Residential Officer role within a 24‑hour community corrections setting. You will serve as a direct service provider, engaging with clients to foster pro-social behavior and personal growth while supporting safety and program delivery.

You will work on a multidisciplinary team, observe client interactions, and utilize evidence-based techniques to promote successful reentry.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Ability to observe and assess client behavior in a corrections setting.
• Willingness to work in a 24-hour community-based facility and participate in program delivery.

Responsibilities

• Conduct facility security checks and searches.
• Transport clients within the community.
• Engage clients to support pro-social behaviors and personal growth.
• Support case managers in achieving client goals with attention to trauma and cultural responsiveness.
• Respond to emergencies using approved safety techniques.

Skills

Communication skills

Behavior observation

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The State of Iowa, Department of Corrections, invites applications for the Residential Officer role within a 24‑hour community corrections setting. You will serve as a direct service provider, engaging with clients to foster pro-social behavior and personal growth while supporting safety and program delivery.

You will work on a multidisciplinary team, observe client interactions, and utilize evidence-based techniques to promote successful reentry.