A FAIR CHANCE TO MOVE FORWARD
Helping Justice‑Impacted Virginians Build Careers with Confidence
Finding your path after justice involvement can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone.
Virginia Works and the Virginia Department of Corrections are here to help you explore careers that fit your strengths, connect you with employers who see your value, and guide you toward training and education that can open new doors.
In Virginia, we believe that work can open doors and change lives, and we believe in you. Explore our resources, connect with ready‑to‑hire employers, and take your next step toward a strong and stable career.
Virginia Works and the Virginia Department of Corrections support you as a justice‑impacted Virginian. We are here to help you no matter where you are in your journey: getting ready for release, just coming home, or wanting a new career later in life. We connect you with employers who believe in fair chances, help you plan your career goals, and offer training to grow your skills.
VADOC Deputy Director for Programs, Education, and Reentry Scott Richeson says “The Virginia Department of Corrections is a proud second chance employer. In partnership with Virginia Works, we support meaningful employment pathways for all Virginians—advancing public safety through second chances.” Read More
“Camrett has had many success stories when it comes to second-chance employment. Currently, we have at least two individuals who were previously justice-involved who started with us as temporary-to-hire employees. Through hard work, consistency, and dedication, both have advanced into supervisor and management roles.
We also have an individual who spent 10 years in a state correctional facility and joined Camrett within a year of being released. Today, that individual is approaching 18 years of employment with our company.
Experiences like these reinforce what we believe at our core: when you give someone a genuine opportunity, treat them with dignity, and evaluate them based on their performance—not their past—you create the foundation for a strong, loyal, and high-performing workforce.”
— Camrett Logistics
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