Reintegration Navigator Position Brandon John Howard Society

REINTEGRATION NAVIGATOR POSITION

Job Type : Full time : 8 : 30am – 4 : 30pm Monday to Friday with some flexibility

Location : Brandon Correctional Centre, John Howard Society of Brandon and the Transitional Housing and Healing Program in Brandon.

Salary : $25.00 – $28.00, Pension and Benefits after Probationary Period

Closing Date : Friday, January 9, 2026 by noon

Job Summary

Under the supervision of both the Program Manager and the Executive Director of The John Howard Society of Brandon, the Reintegration Navigator serves as a consistent and reliable presence at Brandon Correctional Centre (BCC) for individuals both during incarceration and throughout their transition back into the community. The Reintegration Navigator supports offenders by helping them connect with appropriate services, offering guidance, and maintaining regular contact to ensure they remain supported and meaningfully connected as they reintegrate into the community of Brandon.

This role includes assisting individuals in navigating the carceral experience, providing advocacy when required, delivering informational and release-focused programming, and supporting release planning. The Reintegration Navigator also facilitates connections to community resources and provides relevant information and support to Custody Centre staff to promote successful release and reintegration. In addition, the Reintegration Navigator is responsible for completing intakes, referrals, and connections for the Transitional Housing and Healing Program (THHP).

The goal of the Reintegration Navigator position at the John Howard Society of Brandon is to enhance community reintegration and navigate the gaps in release from provincial corrections by ensuring coordinated services to support individuals re-entering the Community, which may include housing, addictions recovery needs, physical and mental health supports, including providing referrals to culturally appropriate agencies, programs and services, while maintaining compliance with the Brandon Correctional Centre safety policies and procedures of operations.

Job Duties

• Act as the primary contact for JHSB at BCC regarding community resources.
• Receive, review, and forward referrals to service providers within the Centre or within the Community.
• Complete intake meetings and participate in team meetings at BCC, Transitional Housing and at the John Howard Society.
• Attend case conferencing meetings on release planning from custody as required.
• Conduct needs assessments and HIFIS entries for release planning and Transitional Housing and Healing Program.
• Assist inmates and correctional staff with identification applications, federal and provincial benefits applications, and connect them to community resources.
• Support coordinated case management at BCC and community agencies.
• Facilitate Ready 4 Release and / or Crossroads Program at Brandon Correctional Centre.
• Facilitate JHS core programs, post-incarceration support groups or follow-up support, which may include family support groups for those that have incarcerated individuals.
• Participate in THHP duties which may include move‑in assistance, intake support, and programming.
• Collaborate and provide coverage for the Program Manager duties while in their absence as well as provide coverage at the THHP, if needed.
• Collaborate with Men’s Resource Centre and provide coverage as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Work Conditions and Requirements

Application Instructions

John Howard Society of Brandon is dedicated to repair the harm done by crime through restorative justice, providing supports and resources to assist in addressing the root causes of crime. We strongly encourage applications from underrepresented groups including Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, and individuals with disabilities. Please indicate on your cover letter if you identify as Indigenous, racialized persons and / or are individuals with disabilities.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your interest in the position, along with your relevant education, skills and experience by email to : careers@brandonjohnhoward.ca .

The application deadline for this position is Friday, January 9, 2026, at noon .

Please note that only qualified applications will be contacted for further consideration.

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