About Us
Valley Court Diversion Programs is dedicated to strengthening communities by providing restorative justice and diversion alternatives that reduce recidivism, increase accountability, and connect individuals with the support they need to build healthier, more productive lives.
The Pre-Trial & Recovery Support Coordinator works through VCDP's Sullivan County Pre-Trial & Recovery Support Program and Vermont Pretrial Services Program to provide screening, assessment, case management, and service coordination for justice-involved adults. This position helps individuals address barriers to success while connecting them with treatment, recovery supports, and community resources that reduce future justice system involvement.
This is a 32-hour-per-week position primarily serving Sullivan County, New Hampshire, with limited responsibilities supporting pretrial participants in Windsor County, Vermont.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct pre-trial screenings, assessments, and participant meetings within correctional facilities, courts, and community settings.
- Develop individualized diversion, treatment, recovery, and stabilization plans based on participant strengths, needs, and goals.
- Coordinate referrals to substance use treatment, recovery coaching, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), mental health services, housing supports, employment resources, and other community-based services.
- Provide case management and ongoing support to participants throughout program involvement.
- Maintain regular communication with participants to encourage engagement in services and successful completion of diversion goals.
- Collaborate with the Sullivan County House of Corrections, local courts, treatment providers, recovery organizations, Vermont Department of Corrections personnel, and other community partners.
- Assist participants in overcoming barriers to success, including transportation, identification documents, benefits access, employment readiness, and other stabilization needs.
- Maintain accurate and timely case notes, assessments, reports, and participant records.
- Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, program development efforts, and ongoing professional training.
- Maintain participant confidentiality and comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, social work, psychology, counseling, human services, or a related field preferred but not required.
- Relevant experience working with justice-involved individuals, substance use disorders, mental health services, case management, recovery support, or related fields strongly preferred.
- Strong communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with community partners and team members.
- Ability to engage participants respectfully while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Comfortable conducting assessments, case management, and participant meetings within county jails, correctional facilities, and other justice-system settings.
- Proficiency with computers, databases, electronic record systems, and mobile technology.
- Knowledge of community resources, treatment systems, recovery principles, and restorative justice practices preferred.
- Lived experience relevant to recovery, reentry, or the justice system is welcomed and valued.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.
- References and background check required.
Schedule & Compensation
- 32 hours per week.
- Starting wage: $23.00–$24.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
- Over five weeks of paid time off annually, available after 30 days of employment.
- Comprehensive health insurance fully paid by employer, with no employee contribution.
- Dental insurance fully paid by employer.
- Retirement plan with employer match.
- Mileage reimbursement provided for work-related travel.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Opportunities for training and professional development.
Valley Court Diversion Programs offers an exceptional benefits package that includes employer-paid health and dental insurance, generous paid time off, and retirement benefits.
Why Join Us
- Help individuals access treatment, recovery support, and resources that promote long-term success.
- Play a key role in reducing recidivism and strengthening community safety.
- Work with a supportive team dedicated to restorative justice, recovery, and positive community outcomes.
- Help build and strengthen innovative pre-trial diversion and recovery support services in Sullivan County.
- Opportunities for cross-training and professional growth.
- VCDP qualifies for the Federal Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
How to Apply
Submit a resume and cover letter to:
[email protected]
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 403(b) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
