Position Summary:
The Reentry Campus Pathway Coordinator (Inside) supports incarcerated
individuals at the Rhode Island Department of Corrections (RIDOC) with their
postsecondary aspirations and work with individuals as they prepare to
transition back into the community. This role helps students offering guidance
and resources to promote academic and vocational success during and after
incarceration.
Key Responsibilities:
- Academic Advising & Support
- Meet with incarcerated individuals to provide guidance on course selection, program options, class scheduling, and study strategies.
- Support students in obtaining high school diplomas, GEDs, and college transcripts.
- Assist with navigating financial aid.
- Transition & Barrier Navigation
- Assess environmental and personal factors that may impact academic success.
- Connect students with resources that address life management barriers (e.g., personal, social, or behavioral challenges).
- Collaborate with internal and external partners to develop effective discharge and transition plans.
- Program Coordination
- Organize and support college visitation days and on-site testing within RIDOC.
- Evaluate students’ readiness for academic testing, identifying any concerns or obstacles.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date student files and records in Salesforce.
- Collaboration & Communication
- Foster relationships with correctional staff, educators, program providers, and partner organizations.
- Work closely with internal team members, attending meetings, trainings, and contributing to collaborative planning.
- Communicate clearly and professionally via phone, email, and in person with students, colleagues, and supervisors.
- Document all relevant activities and data in a timely and accurate manner.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in social work, education, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience in academic advising or case management preferred.
- Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse populations, particularly individuals facing socioeconomic disadvantages.
- Proficient with Google Workspace and Salesforce
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a team; adaptable, dependable, and proactive.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly desirable.
Work Environment:
This position is based inside the Rhode Island Department of Corrections and requires direct engagement with incarcerated individuals. Occasional travel and flexibility may be required.
The Reentry Campus Program provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
How to apply: Send resume and cover letter to maria@reentrycampusprogram.org
