Virtual Interview Day for Residential Re-Entry Specialists at Drapelick Center

Community Solutions; Bloomfield (CT); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Time Off

Health & Wellness

401(k) Retirement Plan

Professional Development

Mileage Reimbursement

Job summary

Community Solutions, Inc. (CSI) is seeking Residential Re-Entry Specialists for the Drapelick Center in Bloomfield, CT. The role emphasizes clear communication, problem-solving, and teamwork to support residents and ensure accurate documentation.

Positions offer varied shifts, virtual interview opportunities, and a starting wage of $23.59 per hour. CSI provides training and growth opportunities for staff within a trauma-informed, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills are required.
• Organizational and time-management skills are essential for maintaining resident progress records.
• Experience in social services or criminal justice is preferred.”

Responsibilities

• Report to work 15 minutes before shift for shift changes.
• Conduct urinalysis.
• Provide updates on resident issues and incidents.
• Verify items passed between shifts and ensure security of keys.
• Monitor residents during movement and self-administration of medications.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time-management

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: CT - Drapelick Center - Bloomfield, CT

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $23.59 - $23.59Hourly

Travel Percentage: Up to 25%

Job Shift: Various Shift Hours

VIRTUAL INTERVIEW DAY ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 10TH, 2026

Drapelick Center, a Community Solutions, Inc., an adult residential re-entry program located in Bloomfield, CT, is seeking Residential Re-Entry Specialist candidates for our various shift needs. WE ARE SEEKING APPLICATIONS FOR CANDIDATES TO INTERVIEW VIRTUALLY FOR THESE POSITIONS ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 10TH, 2026.

Starting Wage: $23.59 per hour (plus applicable shift differentials)

As a Residential Re-Entry Specialist, you will utilize your strong communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills on a daily basis. You will work closely with other team members to develop and implement individualized plans for each resident and provide ongoing support and guidance throughout their stay. Additionally, you will use your organizational and time-management skills to maintain accurate and up-to-date records of resident progress and behavior. Your ability to remain calm and composed in high-pressure situations will be essential in this role. Finally, your passion for helping our adult residents succeed will be the driving force behind your work.

Available Shifts

• Per Diem (as needed)
• 1st Shift (Part-Time, 16 hrs) - Saturday through Sunday 8:00am to 4:00pm
• 2nd Shift (Full-Time) - Tuesday through Saturday 4:00pm to 12:00am
• 2nd Shift (Full-Time) - Friday through Monday 2:00pm to 12:00am
• 2nd Shift (Part-Time, 16 hrs) - Saturday through Sunday 4:00pm to 12:00am
• 3rd Shift (Full-Time) - Tuesday through Saturday 12:00am to 8:00am
• 3rd Shift (Full-Time) - Sunday through Thursday 12:00am to 8:00am

Why Work with Us?

• Life-Changing Work: Help individuals on parole rebuild their lives and contribute to their communities in meaningful ways.
• Trauma-Informed Approach: CSI is committed to understanding and addressing trauma. You'll receive ongoing training to ensure you can support clients with care and compassion.
• Collaborative Environment: Work closely with the Program Director, Clinicians, and external stakeholders in a supportive, team-oriented setting.
• Growth Opportunities: Expand your expertise with training, certification, and professional development options in a growing organization.

What You'll Do

• Report to work 15 minutes before their scheduled shift for example staff hired for the 4pm-12am shift are required to report to work by 3:45pm.
• Conduct Urinalysis.
• Provide update on any client issues and incidents.
• Verify all physical items being passed between shifts.
• Ensure security of facility keys.
• Conduct employment, job search and home confinement spot checks on each shift.
• Conduct common area, room searches and perimeter searches as assigned and document results.
• Conduct pat/pocket searches on all clients entering the facility and document results.
• Confiscate any contraband found and complete incident report.
• Complete house counts every hour from Midnight to 8am and every 2 hours from 8am to 10pm and document results.
• Transport Clients as needed in a Company vehicle.
• Conduct monthly emergency drills.
• Secure urines from same sex clients and complete all required paperwork and electronic documentation.
• Supervise all client visitation. Sign all visitors and contractors in and out of the facility.
• Complete intake on all new arrivals prior to the end of your shift. Facilitate client orientation as assigned.
• Facilitate all client movement in and out of the facility.
• Monitor client’s self-administration of medication.

Are you passionate about helping individuals overcome substance abuse and reclaim their lives? At Community Solutions, Inc. (CSI), we believe in second chances and providing the support people need to succeed. For over 60 years, we’ve been a pioneer in community-based services, transforming lives through innovative programs for individuals involved in the child welfare, juvenile justice, or criminal justice systems.

Qualifications: What We're Looking For

• High School Diploma plus 4 years experience in the social service or criminal justice field.
• Bachelors degree plus one year experience in the social service or criminal justice field preferred. Education may be substituted with relevant experience on a one year for one year basis.
• Experience with Youth Population Preferred.
• Able to arrive 15 minutes before shift for shift change, may also be required to stay later.
• Valid driver's license

Benefits We Offer for Full-Time Positions

• Generous Time Off: 2 weeks of vacation your first year (increasing to 3 weeks after 1 year), 7 days of sick time, and 4 floating holidays.
• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and voluntary vision plans, plus FSA, short-term disability, accident insurance, hospital coverage, life insurance, and AD&D options.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Automatic enrollment with a 100% company match up to 4%.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement after 1 year, plus ongoing training and opportunities for certification.
• Mileage Reimbursement: We offer reimbursement for business-related travel at the current IRS rate to help cover your transportation costs.

For Part-time Positions

• Pro-rated floating holiday, vacation and sick time for 20+ hour schedules.
• 401(k) plan with automatic enrollment and a company match of 100% up to 4% of your contribution.
• Ongoing training

For Per Diem Positions We Offer the Following

• 401(k) Retirement savings plan with automatic enrollment and a company match of 100% up to 4% of your contribution.
• Ongoing training.

Company Overview

Community Solutions Inc. (CSI) is a nonprofit organization that promotes the responsible citizenship, accountability, and well-being of individuals and families involved, or at risk of involvement, in the child welfare, juvenile justice, or criminal justice system. Since CSIs founding in 1962, it has been a pioneer in the community-based service. We have been delivering supervision, treatment, and comprehensive individualized services to help clients interact more effectively in their communities and become productive citizens. Using this plan, we opened the first state-contracted halfway house in New England which has grown to a continuum of approximately 60 programs and services in 11 states. For more than 60 years, CSI has built upon its successful foundation and expanded to serve thousands of adults, youth, and families each year. To learn more about CSI please visit our website https://csi-online.org.

CSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer – All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.