Southern Reentry & Workforce Development Leader

DGS Office of External Affairs; Illinois; On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

DGS Office of External Affairs in Illinois oversees the Southern Region Reentry Manager and a team of Reentry Correctional Assessment Specialists. The role focuses on coordinating risk assessments, case management, and workforce development for individuals on mandatory supervised release.

Success depends on strong collaboration with employers, IDOC facilities, and community partners, with statewide travel required to ensure program expansion and integration of reentry services.

Qualifications

• Degree(s) in psychology, social work, or related fields are required or preferred.
• Experience in risk assessment and case planning preferred.
• Supervisory experience in a program-related field required.
• Statewide travel flexibility and willingness to collaborate with diverse partners.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Reentry Correctional Assessment Specialists across parole offices in Illinois' southern region.
• Coordinate risk assessments and case management for individuals on mandatory supervised release.
• Meet with employers to develop workforce opportunities for individuals nearing release.
• Expand reentry services at IDOC facilities and collaborate with community stakeholders.
• Travel statewide as required.

Skills

Risk assessment

Case planning

Supervisory experience

Workforce development

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, behavioral or social sciences

Master's degree or higher in psychology, social work, or behavioral/social sciences

Job description

DGS Office of External Affairs in Illinois oversees the Southern Region Reentry Manager and a team of Reentry Correctional Assessment Specialists. The role focuses on coordinating risk assessments, case management, and workforce development for individuals on mandatory supervised release.

Success depends on strong collaboration with employers, IDOC facilities, and community partners, with statewide travel required to ensure program expansion and integration of reentry services.