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THE FORTUNE SOCIETY INC

Social Worker

East Elmhurst, NY · On-site

$75K/yr

Rikers Island, New York Correctional Facilities (NYC jails) Days/Hours: 35 hours per week, generally Monday to Friday, 9:00 to 5:00pm Position Summary: This exciting new position builds upon Fortune ...

FORTUNE SOCIETY INC

Social Worker

East Elmhurst, NY

$75K/yr

Rikers Island, New York Correctional Facilities (NYC jails) Days/Hours: 35 hours per week, generally Monday to Friday, 9:00 to 5:00pm Position Summary: This exciting new position builds upon Fortune ...

THE FORTUNE SOCIETY INC

Community Health Worker

Queens, NY · On-site

$24.73 - $27.47/hr

Responsible for escorting participants to various appointments, assisting in picking up newly released participants from Rikers Island, conduct outreach Core Competencies: Mission and Fit : Embodies ...

The Fedcap Group

Reentry Mentor

Jamaica, NY · On-site

$24.04 - $26.45/hr

As Reentry Mentor, you will be a core member of the Fedcap TPT team with responsibility for targeted outreach, engagement, and participant support for individuals housed in Rikers Island Department ...

The Fedcap Group

Reentry Mentor

Jamaica, NY

$24.04 - $26.45/hr

As Reentry Mentor, you will be a core member of the Fedcap TPT team with responsibility for targeted outreach, engagement, and participant support for individuals housed in Rikers Island Department ...

Fedcap

Reentry Mentor

Jamaica, NY · On-site

$24.04 - $26.45/hr

As Reentry Mentor, you will be a core member of the Fedcap TPT team with responsibility for targeted outreach, engagement, and participant support for individuals housed in Rikers Island Department ...

The Fedcap Group

Reentry Mentor

Jamaica, NY

$24.04 - $26.45/hr

As Reentry Mentor, you will be a core member of the Fedcap TPT team with responsibility for targeted outreach, engagement, and participant support for individuals housed in Rikers Island Department ...

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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for rikers island in the United States is $36.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $62.02 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Rikers Island job typically refers to employment at the Rikers Island jail complex in New York City. Jobs may include roles such as correction officers, medical staff, counselors, administrative personnel, and maintenance workers. Employees work to maintain security, provide healthcare, and support rehabilitation efforts for inmates. These positions often require background checks, specialized training, and may involve challenging work environments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a Rikers Island position?

To thrive in a position at Rikers Island, such as Correctional Officer, candidates generally need strong observation skills, physical fitness, and basic knowledge of correctional procedures, usually supported by a high school diploma or GED and specialized training at a correctional academy. Familiarity with security technologies, incident reporting systems, and emergency response protocols is often required. Outstanding candidates demonstrate resilience, de-escalation techniques, teamwork, and effective communication. These abilities are crucial for maintaining safety, order, and positive outcomes in a high-stress and demanding correctional facility environment.

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Staff at Rikers Island work in a highly structured, secure environment with strict protocols to ensure the safety of employees, inmates, and visitors. Team interaction is critical, as shifts often require close collaboration among correctional officers, supervisors, healthcare workers, and support personnel to respond to incidents and manage daily routines. Communication and mutual trust are emphasized, and continuous training is provided to reinforce best practices. New hires can expect to work in rotating shifts, including nights and weekends, and rely on teamwork to navigate the complex and dynamic nature of the facility.

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Mental Health Counselor LII, Correctional Health Services

NYC Health Hospitals

New York, NY • On-site

$89K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago

NYC Health + Hospitals rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 74 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

237th of 891 rated healthcare providers

Job description

NYC Health + Hospitals is the largest public health care system in the nation. We are a network of 11 hospitals, trauma centers, neighborhood health centers, nursing homes, post-acute care centers, and correctional health services. We are a home care agency and a health plan, MetroPlus. Our health system provides essential services to 1.4 million New Yorkers every year in more than 70 locations across the city's five boroughs. Our diverse workforce of more than 42,000 employees are uniquely focused on empowering New Yorkers.
NYC Health + Hospitals/Correctional Health Services is one of the nation's leading correctional health care systems in quality of and innovations to care, and access from pre-arraignment through compassionate release. In-jail services include medical, nursing, mental health, substance use treatment, social work, dental and vision care, discharge planning, and reentry support. In addition to providing direct patient care in the jails, CHS leverages the resources of the nation's largest municipal health care system to help discharged patients successfully return to their communities. CHS is also a pivotal partner in New York City's criminal justice reform efforts.
Work Shifts
Time: 8a - 4p
Days: Mon - Friday
Facility: Various Facilities on Rikers Island
Duties & Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor and the Mental Health Unit Chief on Rikers Island, the MHC will provide quality mental health care to incarcerated individuals who need and/or want servicesThis position is responsible for providing assessment and counseling services to inmates.
  1. Conducts mental health evaluations, crisis intervention, assessments, and follow-up care.
  2. Determines and coordinates disposition of patients for appropriate level of mental health care
  3. Coordinates with Reentry Social Workers for appropriate discharge planning services
  4. Completes required statistical reports.
  5. Collaborates with the Department of Correction to ensure access to patients, proper housing, and treatment disposition.
  6. Coordinates patient care with other institutional programs.
  7. Leads group treatment on mental health observation units and other units as assigned.
  8. Completes all required documentation.
  9. Participates in clinical supervision with Clinical Supervisor at least once a week
  10. Participates in mental health and medical rounds as assigned.
  11. Participates in case conferences and treatment planning for patients receiving and being considered for mental health treatment.
  12. May conduct psychological testing as assigned
  13. May supervise social work interns or student volunteers as assigned.
  14. Performs other duties as assigned by Unit Chief, Assistant Unit Chief, and/or Clinical Supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications
Assignment Level II
1. Valid license and current registration to practice as a Mental Health Counselor issued by the NYSED and two (2) years of full-time, paid, professional experience providing direct client care in a behavioral health setting.
Department Preferences
Preference given to those applicants with experience conducting both assessment and treatment with individuals with behavioral problems, substance use histories and severe mental illness. Preference will be given to applicants with inpatient or related experience.
Benefits
NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
  • Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
  • Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
  • Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
  • Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
  • College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
  • College Savings Program
  • Union Benefits for eligible titles
  • Multiple employee discounts programs
  • Commuter Benefits Programs

If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply for Job" button.

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