YCRC Executive Director
Melissa Plotkin
She's back! Melissa Plotkin first joined YCRC as its Executive Director in March 2021, where she led creation of the Reentry Opportunity Center and the Reentry Multidisciplinary Team that supports it while leading the Coalition as a whole. She is returning to YCRC in 2026 with a renewed passion for reentry work rooted in community.
With over two decades of experience, Melissa has held pivotal roles across nonprofit, government, and healthcare sectors. Her career encompasses positions such as Chief Services Officer at YWCA York, Executive Director of the York County Reentry Coalition, and Director of the I.D.E.A.S. Center at the York Jewish Community Center. In these roles, she has been instrumental in advancing inclusion initiatives, as well as developing programs that support community resilience and reentry services.
She co-facilitated Leadership York’s Leadership for Diverse Schools series in developing curricula for educators and administrators and has assisted many businesses and organizations in building an inclusive culture through training, audits, and assessments.
In her most recent position as Probation Services' Resiliency Coordinator, Melissa was responsible for the coordination of York County’s efforts to achieve and maintain trauma-informed county status under the Trauma-Informed PA plan (HEAL PA), including resource development, training and community engagement.
Reentry Specialist
Join us as a Reentry Specialist.
Interested individuals may apply here.
Diversion & Reentry Administrator
Amy Evans
Amy Evans is our dedicated Diversion and Reentry Administrator with extensive expertise in cross-systems programs. With a solid background in criminal justice and community planning, she excels at coordinating efforts across health, justice, and human service agencies. Amy’s innovative approach and strategic planning have significantly contributed to improving systems that support individuals in their reentry journey.
Beyond her professional achievements, Amy embraces a rich personal life filled with curiosity and passion. She loves to travel, explore new cultures, and experience the beauty of nature. A devoted bird watcher, antique collector, and horticulture enthusiast, she finds joy and inspiration in nurturing both plants and her community.
With a commitment to fostering positive change, Amy continues to make a meaningful impact in her field while pursuing her interests that enrich her world.
Reentry Supervisor
Shannon Brady
Shannon Brady is York County Probation Services' Reentry Supervisor. Shannon began her career with Children's Home of York, where she supported CHOY's emergency shelter, families and supportive housing, and Bridges partial hospitalization programs. She joined Probation Services in 2012 as a general probation officer and was active in the York County Reentry Coalition when it formed in 2016. Shannon has served a Reentry Probation Officer and most recently, as the Supervisor of Probation's Hanover Field Office.
On any given day, Shannon is at the Reentry Opportunity Center making sure people get what they need to succeed. This includes her Probation team as well as the provider team at the ROC and of course, ROC clients! In her short time at the ROC, Shannon has streamlined access for Work Release residents, instituted walk-in hours for community clients, and is partnering closely with York County Prison to replicate ROC services for people living in Minimum Security.
The York County Reentry Coalition is guided by an Advisory Board with representatives from government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and community members who have firsthand experience with the justice system.
Our committees recognize community trends and act as liaisons to further YCRC's initiatives and goals. As we grow, we are broadening our network of partners and restructuring our committee framework to align with the evolving landscape of reentry.
If you would like to join a YCRC committee, please submit a letter of interest to yorkreentry@gmail.com. Your letter should outline any personal or professional experience related to reentry, as well as the committee or topic you are interested in.
Members of committees are required to attend YCRC's quarterly coalition meetings, stay updated on community challenges and opportunities impacting reentrants, and actively participate in YCRC events.
Current Board Vacancies
YCRC is currently recruiting for the following board vacancies:
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Physical Health Professional
If your organization is a member of the York County Reentry Coalition and you would like to nominate yourself or someone else, please reach out to yorkreentry@gmail.com. Include the name of the person you're nominating, a short bio, and a statement of why this person would be an asset to the YCRC Advisory Board, including any relevant experience with reentering populations.
Qualifying nominations will be presented to the full membership for voting. Please note that to vote, an organization must have a membership agreement on file, as outlined in the YCRC bylaws.
Advisory Board Nominees should:
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Be familiar with the Coalition's mission, goals, bylaws, and structure.
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Work with and lead relevant YCRC committees.
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Currently work in the field that they will be representing.
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Commit to attending full coalition (4 per year) and Advisory Board meetings monthly.
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The times and locations of full coalition meetings vary; however, the board meets quarterly on a 3rd Tuesday at 1:30 (excluding full Coalition meetings).
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Be available and responsive to communications and meeting requests outside of regular meetings.