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New Jersey Reentry Corporation is a non-profit with the social mission to remove barriers to employment for those with criminal backgrounds. Clientele include anyone who has been court involved or incarcerated. Current supervision is not required.  
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* Assist clients with resume preparation
* Identifying appropriate employment opportunities
* Filing, copying, admin duties  

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N/A<br />
=<span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif">How to Apply</span>=
<br />Contact Brian McGillivray, Facility Director<br />
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Brian McGillivray

848-217-7446

72 Morris Avenue, Neptune City, NJ 07753 <br /> <br />
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I mostly spent my days at the site filing client’s information, sitting in on group sessions, occasionally updating outreach contacts, making copies of activity sheets/client identifications, helping clients set up emails, organizing sign-in sheets by date, contacting individuals who have fallen out of compliance with the organization, and other clerical duties. Skills I have learned and improved include interpersonal skills, a new understanding of those with criminal backgrounds, typical clerical duties, I have gained knowledge on a variety of resources available for those in need, I now know the ins and outs of the program, I am now familiar with SalesForce (software used to keep track of all clients’ information), and a new appreciation for reentry as a whole. 

For me, the most enjoyable part of my experience was sitting in on the group sessions and establishing a connection with the clientele. I loved hearing all of their different stories and how they demonstrate resilience by seeking out these services in order to better their lives. I have heard heartbreaking and truly inspiring stories, which I feel has changed not only my perceptions of individuals with a criminal background but me as a person. I feel a student who wishes to work with prison populations or those being released from prison would be best for this site. A student who wishes to help people get back on their feet, and is comfortable working with a stigmatized population would thrive at this site. I believe when choosing where to apply, do not be afraid to work somewhere that is slightly out of your comfort zone, it could really be a life-changing experience.

~Celena Cruz-Lawson, Fall '18

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