Engagement Specialist, Transformative Reentry Initiative
Center for Justice InnovationNew York, New York, United States
Posted October 21, 2025
52000 - 60000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
The Center for Justice Innovation is a community justice organization founded in 1996, dedicated to enhancing safety and racial justice through innovative approaches. With decades of experience in courts and communities, they offer a wide range of services including community courts, problem-solving justice, and research, aiming to drive systemic change and improve access to justice across the nation.
Job Description
The Center for Justice Innovation is seeking an Engagement Specialist for the Transformative Reentry Initiative in Staten Island, NY. This role will work with program participants to provide wraparound services focused on restorative practices, employment/educational support, mentorship, and social-emotional support. The specialist will co-create individual support plans, provide home visits, and ensure participants move forward from the Justice system and become engaged members of the community. They will also be responsible for outreach, client navigation, and maintaining program effectiveness.
Requirements
- 3-5 years of experience working with formerly incarcerated individuals and/or those with lived experience
- Valid driver's license
- Strong knowledge of reentry, the justice system, Staten Island community resources & support services
- Sound judgment and trauma-informed approach
- Exceptional communication, customer service, and computer literacy
Benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare with a national network
- Free basic dental coverage
- Vision insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Life insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Commuter FSA
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution
- Mental health care services
- Talkspace and Ginger through healthcare plans
- Respectful and inclusive workplace
- Equal opportunity employer