At CoreCivic, we care for people! CoreCivic is currently seeking a Social Services Coordinator, Community Corrections who has a passion for providing the highest quality care in a residential setting.
Who We Are:
CoreCivic is the leading, national provider of high-quality, secured corrections and detention management services and residential and non-residential transition centers. We provide effective programs that enhance public safety and prepare individuals for success. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, CoreCivic operates more than 70 security facilities nationwide and over 50 community residential and non- residential centers. Our employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism, and a responsibility to better the public good.
What We Have:
- More than just a job but the start of a successful career!
- Supportive environment where employee growth is promoted.
- Comprehensive benefits package & competitive wages.
- PTO & paid holidays.
- Paid job training & other great incentives.
What You Get To Do:
Change the lives of those in your care!
The Social Services Coordinator, Community Corrections is responsible for assessing specific offender needs and facilitating the necessary programs in order to address needs. They provide exceptional customer service and complies with company policies and procedures.
- Participate and facilitate the Program Review Team (PRT) for resident programming needs and goal completion.
- Develop, coordinate, present and facilitate reentry programs / workshops to ensure continuity of care for the offender (i.e. job readiness, portfolio and resume development, interview technique training, women’s specialized program, etc).
- Facilitate services for offenders with special needs (i.e. sex offenders, significant medical and mental health issues, drug and alcohol abuse / dependence and specialized female offender programming).
- Administer and evaluates assessment tool for each offender to determine if there is a greater need than employment and if reduced employment hours may be necessary to facilitate reentry needs (i.e. furthering educational and vocational training, mental health treatment, volunteer opportunities, community service).
- Provide offenders with employment assistance by matching the offender’s skill level through job placement resources, online resources (i.e. DOL website and America’s Career Info Net) and in the community, in conjunction with other team members. Meet with unemployed residents on a weekly basis to assist with securing employment.
Qualifications:
- Graduate from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Social Sciences or other related field is required.
- One year of experience in case management, social services or a related field is required.
- Demonstrate ability to complete pre-service and other training programs as required.
- Ability to communicate clearly orally and in writing and apply problem solving techniques to complex issues.
- Experience in Microsoft Office or other similar software applications is preferred.
- A valid driver's license is required.
- Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age.
CoreCivic is a Drug Free Workplace & EOE– M/F/Vets/Disabled.
