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Reentry / Justice-Involved

Reentry Navigation

Support people returning to the community from jail or prison with health, housing and stability.

What CHWs actually do here

CHWs begin engagement before release where possible, coordinate Medi-Cal reinstatement, medication continuity and housing, and support the first months back in the community.

Where this work happens

  • Reentry programs and community-based organizations
  • County probation and health partnerships
  • Health plans with justice-involved initiatives
  • Community clinics

Job titles to look for

  • Reentry Navigator
  • Community Health Worker — Justice-Involved
  • Case Manager
  • Peer Navigator

Skills that matter in this pathway

  • Pre-release engagement
  • Benefits reinstatement
  • Trauma-informed practice
  • Systems coordination

Training for this pathway

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Next steps

  • Catalyst Reentry Navigation training is in development.
  • Follow current DHCS justice-involved reentry initiative guidance.
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