RES (Reentry Employment Specialist) Training

The MRS RES training is an overview related to working with people coming out of the criminal justice system.  The training presents a basic primer for employers - and others - who are engaging with formerly incarcerated individuals.  The videos in this series were captured during a two-day RES seminar hosted by MRS.  Please contact Rocky DeYoung (651-242-5193) for institutional - or individual - access to the training videos.  The MRS RES training can also be presented live to your organization.

RES Training Video Components

INTRODUCTION AND WELCOME

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Background on presenters Rocky DeYoung and Brad Janowski, including their OWDS (offender work force development specialist) certification.

RES MODEL AND RES ROLES AND COLLABORATION​

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An overview of the RES model, which involves collaborating, communicating, and creating.  RES uses job development, retention, advancement - as well as consulting - skills.

BARRIERS AND INTERVENTIONS​

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A discussion of internal and external barriers related to employment and job retention, including system-related barriers (housing and driver’s license issues) as well as “criminal thinking” and anti-social attitudes.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT AND JOB READINESS​

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Understanding correctional systems, risk assessments, and the development of interest profiles.

EMPLOYER PANEL​

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Employers discuss their experiences with ex-offender employees.

DISCUSSION WITH ERIC WASHINGTON​

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Reentry mentor (and formerly incarcerated person) Eric Washington talks about internal motivation and the importance of employment.

EMPLOYER ENGAGEMENT​

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A human resources perspective on employing ex-offenders.

EMPLOYEE RETENTION – PART 1​

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A panel discussion that covers what employers looking for, as well as examples of what leads to job loss.

EMPLOYEE RETENTION – PART 2​

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A panel discussion that covers what employers looking for, as well as examples of what leads to job loss.