Healthy Routines SCCHEP Academic Reentry Coordinator

Description: Healthy Routines is a nonprofit focused on neighborhood poverty, addressing it through affordable housing, professional development, and educational opportunities (including currently and formerly incarcerated individuals). Therefore, one of Healthy Routines’ key initiatives is the South Carolina Coalition for Higher Education In Prison (SCCHEP) which serves incarcerated and formerly incarcerated people seeking higher education in South Carolina. We partner with colleges, universities, and nonprofits to expand postsecondary educational opportunities and support people on their educational journey.

Position: Academic Reentry Coordinator (ARC) – SCCHEP Healthy Routines is seeking four motivated and dynamic individuals to join our team as Academic Reentry Coordinators (ARCs). In this key role, as part of the SCCHEP initiative, the ARCs will provide high-quality educational and reentry services to individuals preparing for release from South Carolina Correctional Facilities, as well as those seeking support post-release.

The ARC will collaborate with SCCHEP partner programs to support students in their educational journey. The position provides direct services to students through coaching, advising, and technical support to postsecondary education partners. The ARC will provide workshops and information to incarcerated students on accessing higher education pre- and post-release and will facilitate seamless transitions to enable students to continue and complete educational goals when they are released.

Finally, the ARC will be responsible for student intake, data tracking & reporting . This is a multi-faceted role that demands collaboration with internal teams and various stakeholders and a commitment to student success. The ARC will regularly enter prison facilities and work closely with post-secondary institutions, the Department of Corrections, Healthy Routines, and SCCHEP leadership team including Operations Administrator and Program Director to ensure programmatic success.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This will be a full-time Hybrid position, 3-5 days a week in-office. A set work schedule will be determined by Operations Administrator and Program Director in conversation with the Healthy Routines/SCCHEP’s Co-Chairs. Hours may include evenings and/or weekend time slots, not to exceed (40) forty hours per week. Significant, regular travel across the state will be required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

• Workshops on Higher Education: Design and deliver introductory workshops to groups of incarcerated students on pursuing higher education pre- and post-release, including regulations around higher education in prison.
• Pre-to-Post-Release Student Coaching & Mentorship: Provide guidance and develop personalized education plans for incarcerated students, assist students with understanding college admissions, navigate Pell applications, and pursue post-release educational opportunities.
• Work with Colleges on Navigating Reentry Support : Support partner programs through student reentry support and navigating success points on a student's reentry journey. Support higher education in prison programs, providing tailored support as programs navigate regulations associated with effectively serving the student population.
• Outcome Tracking & Reporting: Collect data on student success, report to the executive team, and ensure compliance with grant reporting standards. Performs other duties as assigned/requested.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE

• An associate degree is required, and a bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum of two years of support services experience in an individual or group setting.
• Exceptional case management and group facilitation skills.
• Experience with correctional facilities and reentry settings preferred.
• Ability and willingness to travel one or more hours to prison facilities at least two and up to four times per week.
• Must be able to obtain approval from the Department of Correction to enter a correctional facility.
• Formerly incarcerated persons are encouraged to apply.

WORKSTYLE CHARACTERISTICS

• Timeliness and responsiveness to clients A commitment to our mission and to representing the organization positively Team-oriented individual who communicates regularly and openly with colleagues Strong communication skills (written and verbal) Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and data-gathering skills Commitment to learn new skills Ability to independently and successfully manage projects Strong attention to detail and follow-through on all projects Experience and demonstrated ability to collaborate across teams Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills Knowledge of the criminal legal system is desirable Trauma-informed experience is a plus Working proficiency with Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Zoom

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Healthy Routines offers a competitive salary. Healthy Routines is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and Second Chance employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, unemployment status, conviction status, or any other protected category. Healthy Routines takes affirmative Action in support of its policy to advance employment for individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to amarshall@t57ventures[dot]com with the subject title, “Academic Reentry Coordinator – Last Name.”

Qualifications

• Workforce development
• Driver's License

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $41,000.00 - $48,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• Evenings as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Columbia, SC 29201 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Columbia, SC 29201: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Columbia, SC 29201

Salary : $41,000 - $48,000