Residential Reentry Support Specialist - Community Corrections

denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Pension plan

PTO and holidays

Life insurance

HSA/Life coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Learning and development

EcoPass

Job summary

The City and County of Denver is hiring Community Reentry Support Staff for the Department of Safety, Community Corrections Division at 4511 E. 46 Ave, Denver, CO 80216. This full-time role requires working various shifts to support a 24/7/365 operation.

Ideal candidates will have at least two years of higher education (Bachelor's preferred), experience in related fields, and strong communication skills. Bilingual abilities are a plus.

Qualifications

• Two years of higher education required, bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience in a directly related field or similar duties.
• Education/experience equivalence accepted on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine headcounts and facility walk-throughs ensuring safety and accountability.
• Monitor participants’ wellbeing and report observations to care teams.
• Supervise sign-in/out processes to track movement and access.
• Administer urine drug screenings and monitor medication usage per policy.
• Respond to rule violations using structured behavioral approaches.
• Engage participants with trauma-informed, gender-responsive methods.
• Provide first aid and respond to emergencies as required.
• Support 24/7/365 operations, including coverage for sister sites when needed.

Skills

Bilingual in Spanish and English

Experience in related field

Software proficiency

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Two years higher education

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Presentation software

Databases

Job description

About Our Job

At the City and County of Denver, a job is more than just having a job - it's an opportunity to build a meaningful career driven by purpose, public service, and community impact. As part of our team, you'll contribute to the work that keeps Denver vibrant, inclusive, and thriving.

We offer comprehensive benefits and ongoing opportunities for professional growth and development. You'll join a diverse and talented workforce of more than 11,000 employees who bring passion, innovation, and dedication to serving our community every day.

If you're looking for a career where your work truly matters, we invite you to be part of something bigger with the City and County of Denver.

What We Offer

The target hiring compensation range for this position is $24.00/hr-29.00/hr.

We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but is not limited to:

• Four (4) Medical Plans, Dental, Vision Insurance


• Pension Plan for Life (Employee contributes 8.45%, Employer matches at 17.95%) and 457 (b) Retirement Plan


• PTO (over 3 weeks in your first year) and 12 paid holidays


• STD, LTD, HSA, FSA, Life Insurance


• CARE Bank, Family Leave Benefits


• Employee Assistance Program, Employee Volunteer Program


• Tuition Reimbursement (up to $2000/year), We Qualify for Student Loan Forgiveness Program


• Learning and Development Opportunities; Courses and Career Development Resources


• EcoPass (unlimited free RTD bus/train rides)

The Department of Safety, Community Corrections Division is seeking Community Reentry Support Staff

The position will be based at our newest facility, serving male and male-identifying clients, located at: 4511 E. 46 Ave, Denver, CO 80216

Interested applicants must be available to work both traditional and non-traditional shifts to support a 24/7/365 operation. Shift availability includes:

• Day Shift: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM


• Swing Shift: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM


• Overnight Shift: 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM

Job responsibilities include :

• Conduct routine headcounts and facility walk-throughs to ensure accountability and safety and perform thorough searches of participants, their property, and facility spaces in accordance with policy


• Monitor the physical, psychological, and emotional well-being of participants and share observations with supervisors and care management teams


• Supervise participant sign-in and sign-out processes to track authorized movement


• Administer substance use monitoring, including urine drug screenings, with professionalism and accuracy


• Monitor and document participant medication usage in line with established procedures


• Respond appropriately to rule violations, following structured behavioral protocols and apply techniques of behavior change and motivational enhancement to support positive participant outcomes


• Utilize evidence-based practices, such as core correctional practices and behavioral interventions, to encourage rehabilitation


• Engage with participants using gender-responsive and trauma-informed approaches


• Work varied shifts to support 24/7/365 facility operations, including coverage for sister sites when needed


• Provide first aid and respond to emergency situations as required

Successful candidates must complete a background investigation that encompasses the applicant's employment and criminal history. We value diverse experiences, prior contact with the criminal legal system is not exclusionary for most applicants. Candidates cannot be under current criminal justice supervision.

About You

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Bilingual in Spanish and English (not a requirement)


• Have experience working in a related field


• Skilled use of software and business application including, but not limited to, word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, and databases


• Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing


• Commitment to working collaboratively within a team to ensure timely completion of work.


• Motivation to work with participants in a gender responsive, trauma informed manner and ability to demonstrate a healthy working alliance with participants to assist them with behavior change and risk reduction

Below are the minimum requirements used to determine eligibility for this position:

• Education Requirement: Minimum of two years of higher education, with a Bachelor's Degree preferred, or any combination of education, training or experience which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job


• Experience Requirement: Experience in a directly related field or in the performance of similar duties and responsibilities preferred.


• Education and Experience Equivalency: One (1) year of the appropriate type and level of experience may be substituted for each required year of posthigh school