Residential Reentry Support Specialist - Community Corrections

City and County of Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plans

Pension Plan for Life

PTO and Holidays

RTD EcoPass

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

City and County of Denver seeks a Community Reentry Support Staff to join the Department of Safety. This role supports a 24/7/365 operation, performing headcounts, searches, and monitoring participant well-being while applying evidence-based practices and trauma-informed approaches.

Successful candidates must meet background requirements and may need CPR, AED, Naloxone, and First Aid certifications. The position offers competitive benefits and a path for growth with the city.

Qualifications

• Bilingual in Spanish and English is helpful.
• Two years of higher education or equivalent experience preferred, with a Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine headcounts and facility walk-throughs for safety and searches.
• Monitor participants' well-being and report observations to care teams.
• Oversee sign-in/sign-out processes and track movement.
• Administer urine drug screenings professionally and accurately.
• Monitor and document medication usage per procedures.
• Use behavior-change techniques to support rehabilitation and risk reduction.
• Engage with participants using gender-responsive and trauma-informed approaches.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish-English

Education

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Two years higher education

Tools

CPR

AED

Naloxone

First Aid

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.

• 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 to join our dedicated and enthusiastic team. If you are interested in a role that utilizes evidence-based behavior changes practices and gender-responsive and trauma informed approaches to the re-entry setting, we would love to hear from you!

This 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

• 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

• 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 education. Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements.

Licensure & Certification: Ability to attain, or possession of Adult CPR, AED, Naloxone, and First Aid certifications after date of hire. Maintain continuing education hours annually or as required. Possession of a valid Drivers License by date of hire. By position, possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Commercial Driver's License with passenger endorsement required. Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment

Position Type Unlimited Position Salary Range $23.89 - $35.84 Target Pay $24.00/hr-$29.00/hr Agency Department of Safety

Redeployment during Citywide Emergencies City and County of Denver employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions of the city during a citywide emergency declared by the Mayor.

The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

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With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. See yourself experiencing growth and balance. See yourself being respected and valued. See yourself belonging here. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver. Your journey starts right here.

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