Reentry Care Coordination Program Manager

The Vermont Agency of Human Services is seeking a Reentry Care Coordination Program Manager to lead a statewide Medicaid waiver program supporting sentenced individuals transitioning from incarceration back into the community. This role provides operational leadership to state and regional care coordination teams, strengthens partnerships across corrections, healthcare, housing, and community organizations, and ensures services are trauma-informed, person-centered, and aligned with state and federal priorities. We are looking for a collaborative leader with experience in human services, criminal justice, or healthcare coordination, strong communication and project management skills. Experience with team-based care systems is essential. A master's degree and prior leadership experience are strongly valued. This full-time position is based in Waterbury and requires statewide travel. Join us in shaping a more supportive and coordinated reentry system for Vermont.

This position, Reentry Care Coordination Program Manager (Job Requisition #53448), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact renee.s.weeks@vermont.gov
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.

AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS: Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.

Statewide travel required for site visits, meetings, and community engagement.

May include occasional evening or weekend hours to support operations.

Hybrid work available depending on agency policy and operational needs.

Must pass background and security clearance as required by the Department of Corrections or partnering agencies.

Bachelor's degree in public administration, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Public Health, or a related field AND three (3) years or more of experience in program coordination, human services, or criminal justice, including supervisory or lead experience.

OR

Five (5) years or more of experience in program coordination, human services, or criminal justice, including supervisory or lead experience.

Master's degree in social work, Public Administration, Criminal Justice, or a related field.

Direct experience working with individuals involved in the justice system.

Familiarity with Medicaid and other federal or state-funded human services programs.

Experience in cross-sector collaboration (e.g., justice, housing, behavioral health).

Lived experience with incarceration or reentry is strongly valued.

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium
• Dental Plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation457(b) plan
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan; many jobs also allow for a flexible schedule
• Low cost group life insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website.

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.