ReEntry Transition Specialist

Job Description

• Candidates will work at the Mecklenburg County Sherriff's Office (MCSO) to outreach to the incarcerated population.
• Identifies eligible candidates, facilitate program orientations, complete evidence-based risk/needs assessment.
• Maintains a caseload, builds transition plans for clients to include individual case planning, composes and collects required documents.
• Assists participants with completing various forms and obtaining documents for transition, training, education, and employment.
• Reviews documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Compiles data for reports as needed.
• Assists participants in gaining and retaining employment and provides referrals as necessary.
• Networks with community providers, employers, and partners to establish vital contacts for case planning, training, education, and employment.
• Tracks and evaluates participant’s program compliance and non‑compliance by working with agency divisions, partners, vendors, and re‑entry team.
• Resolves participant requests regarding payment issues, free‑time, special purpose passes, and grievances.
• Maintains and adheres to site policies, procedures, and regulations and ensures confidentiality of all data/information.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent with two years of related experience preferred.
• Excellent computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Skills in communicating with diverse populations.
• Experience performing case management and transition plans preferred.
• Ability to work independently and have well‑developed interpersonal skills.
• Experience in criminal justice or related human service field preferred.
• Ability to travel as needed at least 25%.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.