Re-Entry Specialist

The Idaho HealthCorps (IHC) AmeriCorps program partners community members with non-profits across Idaho. These community members serve in paid volunteer positions called AmeriCorps positions. These positions offer community members the opportunity to receive support while volunteering with their favorite non-profit. The opportunity is offered each year from Sept 1- Aug 31. The IHC program focuses on health education, health screenings , and promotion of overall health.

St. Vincent de Paul is a faith-based organization working to build a sustainable improved standard of living for the people we serve. The Reentry Career Development & Navigation program focuses on supporting women and men transitioning back into society after incarceration.The Re-Entry Specialist will assist with employment efforts and assist with reintegration into the community. They will provide direct support to the program participants as well as community partners and employers. They will continue to build on existing reentry programs, develop new avenues of support, building relationships with the Treasure Valley community and community partners. Members do not participate in prohibited activities. Members do not supplement, duplicate, or displace staff members at the host site. Members with this program have recurring access to vulnerable populations.

• Must be 17 years or older
  

• Must be a US Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident
  

• Pass a background check
  

• Complete 1,200 hours of service between enrollment and 5/31/2026 or 8/31/2026
  

• Participate in required training and service events
  

• Avoid Prohibited Activities during service
  

• Living allowance of $1,200-1,620 month before taxes distributed biweekly (depending on contract length)
  

• Education Award of $5,176.50 to be used toward qualifying education expenses and student loans
  

• Student Loan Forbearance and Interest Forgiveness
  

• Member Assistance Program
  

Apply by submitting a resume and three references to Stacey LaRoe at stacey.laroe@svdpid.org. Please be sure to reference Pantry Service Aide in your email. If you have any questions about the position, contact the person listed above or call the AmeriCorps program at 208-282-4436.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $1,200.00 - $1,620.00 per month

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
  
• Tuition reimbursement
  

Work Location: In person