Job Summary

Join Our Team: Making a Difference in Public Safety and Reentry

At Clark County Jail Services, our mission is clear: to promote and maintain public safety through effective correctional and reentry practices. As a Jail Transition Coordinator, you will play a vital role in fulfilling this mission by directly supporting individuals re-entering our community from incarceration.

This position offers an exceptional opportunity to serve the public, uphold the law, and contribute to a safer Clark County.  

Purpose of the Position:

The core purpose of the Jail Transition Coordinator is to connect incarcerated individuals, who are preparing for release or are likely to be released into the Clark County community, with essential resources. By establishing these connections, you will directly contribute to increasing desistance behaviors and reducing recidivism, fostering positive change in the lives of those you serve and enhancing the overall safety of our community. As a public servant, you will be dedicated to the safety and well-being of Clark County citizens.  



Closing Date: Open eligibility list until filled.

Qualifications

Responsibilities:

As a Jail Transition Coordinator, you will be responsible for coordinating direct services for incarcerated individuals with acute and complex behavioral health needs within the Clark County Jail Reentry Program. Your duties will include, but are not limited to:  

• Reviewing individual needs and barriers to successful reentry.  
• Developing collaborative, individualized release plans in partnership with incarcerated individuals.  
• Coordinating access to a wide range of community resources, including mental health, substance use support, basic needs, housing, healthcare, peer support, education, and employment services.  
• Facilitating connections to trauma-focused services and other specialized support as needed.  
• Working closely and collaboratively with corrections officers, jail medical and mental health staff, and community partner organizations to ensure seamless transitions.  
• Effectively representing client needs with allied professionals and community organizations.  
• Coordinating services across multiple agencies and systems to provide comprehensive support.  
• Exercising professional judgment in making referrals and seeking guidance from program supervisors.  
• Employing evidence-based strategies to encourage positive behavioral change in clients.  
• Developing and maintaining accurate and timely written documentation.  
• Ensuring the efficient and responsible use of public resources.  
• Participating in community outreach efforts and activities as a representative of Clark County.  
• Understanding and adhering to the established chain of command within the jail setting.  
• Embracing and upholding the mission, vision, and values of Clark County Jail Services.  

What It Takes to Be Successful:

As a vital member of our team, you will demonstrate:  

• Integrity: Upholding the highest standards of honesty and ethical behavior.  
• Empathy: Understanding and addressing the diverse needs and backgrounds of incarcerated individuals in a non-judgmental manner.  
• Collaboration: Working effectively with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders to achieve common goals.  
• Adaptability: Navigating dynamic situations and challenges with a positive and proactive attitude.  
• Dedication: Demonstrating a strong commitment to public service and continuous improvement.  
• Self-Direction and Organization: A high level of self-direction, organization, and work efficiency is essential.  
• Knowledge of: Case management techniques; effective correctional and reentry practices; mental health, substance use disorder, and co-occurring disorders; ethnic, cultural, and social issues related to service provision; the impact of trauma and trauma-informed care; human behavior and social systems; corrections principles and evidence-based practices; counseling techniques; relevant federal, state, and local regulations; professional and ethical standards; effective community engagement strategies; local social service networks; and personal computer applications.  
• Ability to: Engage effectively with individuals with diverse needs; coordinate with internal and external partners; develop and implement col