<p>The Inmate Resource Coordinator provides group programming and reentry resource services to our client base in the Outagamie County Jail.  The Inmate Resource Coordinator will work one-on-one and in group settings with individuals incarcerated in the jail, to establish connections to community agencies, develop life skills, and plan for reentry into the community.</p> <p>Hours:  The core hours are 7am-5pm </p> <p>This position is part time 28 hours/week, however is possibly anticipated to move to 32 hours/week at the beginning of 2026.</p> <p>Location:  320 S. Walnut St. in Appleton, WI</p> <p>Benefits: https://www.outagamie.org/government/departments-f-m/human-resources</p> <p>Some of the benefits we offer include:</p> <ul> <li>Paid Sick, Vacation, Holidays and Floating Holidays </li><li>Health, Dental, and Vision </li><li>Short Term and Long Term Disability </li><li>Life Insurance </li><li>Employee and Family Clinic and coming soon another clinic off-site </li><li>Wisconsin Retirement System </li><li>Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Insurance (Optional) </li><li>Voluntary Life - AD & D </li><li>So much more! </li></ul> <p>Want to learn more about Outagamie County?</p> <p>Click on the link to learn more about all we have to offer!</p> <p>Outagamie County, WI - Community Video Tour (elocallink.tv)The following duties are most critical for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.</p> <ul> <li> <p>Perform pre-release assessments and develop individualized reentry plans for individuals identified as highest need. Establish contact to identify individual barriers and schedule appointments for clients for upon release to eliminate gap of services.</p> </li><li> <p>Coordinate with local agencies to connect clients to community resources for continuance of care after release. Communicate and interact with other public or private agencies in order to exchange and develop resources.</p> </li><li> <p>Provide information to community resources such as mental health and substance use disorder services, employment agencies, Health and Human Services, and other providers.</p> </li><li> <p>Develop and maintain records on participating clients, collect data on reentry program effectiveness, and reports outcomes to peers and leadership.</p> </li><li> <p>Facilitate programs, to groups with up to 16 individuals, on topics such as reentry, reintegration, life skills, employability, financial literacy, Getting Ahead While Getting Out, and SMART Choices.</p> </li><li> <p>Research, develop, and implement new and innovative, evidence-based curriculum.</p> </li><li> <p>Under the direction of the GED Education Coordinator and Inmate Education Coordinator, schedule and supervise pre-GED testing and GED testing. Document records as necessary for these programs. Maintain regular contact with clients regarding testing schedules.</p> </li><li> <p>Collaborate effectively within a small, close-knit team by maintaining clear communication and participating in cross-training to ensure consistent coverage and high-quality service delivery.</p> </li><li> <p>Establish and sustain effective communication with Outagamie County Sheriff's Department, Probation and Parole, Circuit Courts, and other community agencies.</p> </li><li> <p>Attend and actively engage in meetings, conferences, training sessions, and related professional development activities.</p> </li><li> <p>Maintain regular and predictable attendance, work additional hours as needed and approved. Teamwork is essential in our work environment.</p> </li><li> <p>Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Police Science, Criminal Justice, Social Work, or a related field.</p> </li><li> <p>Three to five years of experience providing education and/or services to clients in a criminal justice, educational, or social services setting.</p> </li><li> <p>Or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform job responsibilities.</p> </li><li> <p>Must pass a background check performed by Outagamie County Sheriff's Department to work in their secure facility.</p> </li><li> <p>Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.</p> </li><li> <p>Group Facilitation Skills</p> </li><li> <p>Be comfortable managing a classroom/group of individuals in a jail setting.</p> </li><li> <p>Take initiative to identify, plan, and lead programs that support client development and engagement</p> </li><li> <p>Communication and Interpersonal Skills</p> </li><li> <p>Communicate effectively with peers, clients, Outagamie County Sheriff's Department including Outagamie County Jail administration and staff, Probation and Parole, court officials, treatment facilities, and other professionals verbally and in writing.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to work effectively with individuals incarcerated in the jail, correctional staff, community agencies and families.</p> </li><li> <p>Skilled at calming tensions and redirecting negative behavior before it escalates.</p> </li><li> <p>Prepare and maintain a variety of records related to programming and GED testing.</p> </li><li> <p>Use and interpret legal, counseling, and educational terminology.</p> </li><li> <p>Comprehend and interpret a variety of documents including court, client, and other records, state statutes, evaluations, and other polices or regulations.</p> </li><li> <p>Computer Literacy</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to use a computer, add, subtract, multiply, divide, and have appropriate written grammar.</p> </li></ul> <p>Work Environment</p> <ul> <li>This position is performed within a secure correctional facility and/or office setting and may involve frequent exposure to individuals in custody. The environment includes: </li><li>Working in close proximity to individuals incarcerated in the jail, including those who may be uncooperative or confrontational. </li><li>Exposure to loud noises, unpleasant odors, and potentially stressful or emergency situations while maintaining composure and exercise good judgment. </li><li>Working both independently and as part of a team in a structured and regulated setting. </li><li>Requires occasional lifting, push, pull, move, or carry items up to 25lbs </li></ul>