Resident Advisor, Anti-Recidivism Coalition, Los Angeles, CA

Resident Advisor

Posted on: February 5, 2015
Application deadline: February 23, 2015
Start date: March 2, 2015
Posted by: Anti-Recidivism Coalition

The Anti-Recidivism Coalition (ARC) mission is to reduce incarceration, improve the outcomes of formerly incarcerated individuals, and to build healthier communities. ARC seeks to accomplish this mission in a three-fold approach: (1) to advocate for fair and just policies that: reduce crime, decrease the use of incarceration, and serve the needs and well-being of formerly incarcerated people; (2) to provide supportive services and resources to those affected by the criminal justice system that improves outcomes; and (3) to build healthier communities by returning motivated, mentally prepared, and high character men and women from incarceration to neighborhoods to serve as ambassadors for change. In brief, ARC is a support network, a connection to services and support, and an advocate for just and fair policies.

SUMMARY

The Resident Advisor (RA) lives on site at the Anti-Recidivism Coalition/Step Up (ARC-SU) Housing Program in Sylmar, CA. The program is designe to provide housing to ARC members enrolled in college.The RA is the liaison between the building administration/management and the ARC-SU Housing residents: ensuring that issues arising from the residents to building management and vise versa, are communicated properly and addressed as needed. The RA is also responsible for the day to day implementation of ARC-SU housing policies, procedures and programs that ensure a well-managed, supportive environment for all residents, interacting with residents, all ARC-SU staff, Mission College personnel and building management on a regular basis.

DUTIES

Primary duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Oversee implementation of all programming aspects of ARC-SU housing initiative in Sylmar, Ca.
• Coordinate and work with the Program Manager and Life Skills Coordinators on programming, implementation and overall environment of resident life.
• Instruct new and existing tenants on house rules, maintenance/tenant responsibilities of their unit, the common areas, laundry room and recreational room.
• Organize and attend regular tenant meetings and gatherings.
• Meet regularly with ARC-SU housing staff (LSC and Program Manager) to ensure needs and support of residents are being implemented and addressed with a restorative justice approach and in line with the mission of the program.
• Communicate actively with ARC-SU housing staff on quality of life issues relating to tenants.
• Communicate with assigned Los Angeles County Probation and Parole officers to ensure that all requirements of tenants is being met with the least amount of disruption to the general community of our housing management partners.
• Develop relationships with neighborhood businesses to support resident members in procuring employment.
• Responsible for all building/unit keys/codes, distribution and reclamation when necessary.
• Coordinate timely inspection of units and common areas to ensure that all policies and protocols of the program are being properly adhered to, reporting any issues to building management for resolution.
• Communicate all issues related to tenants, with ARC-SU housing staff for assistance in fair resolutions.
• Support Life Skills Coordinators in developing and implementing a supportive mentorship program within the ARC-SU housing community.
• Collaborate with Mission College, YPI, CIS and other community partners in developing and implementing supportive services and opportunities for ARC-SU housing residents.
• Actively communicate regularly with each ARC-SU housing resident in a mentoring capacity.
• Actively pursue and complete continuing educational opportunities related to the responsibilities of RA, including but not limited to; workshops and classes as recommended by the Program Manager and/or ARC-SU Executive staff.
• Must be on-call for emergencies

QUALIFICATIONS

Two-three years previous management/leadership experience working as a team and supportive leader. Knowledge and experience working with formerly incarcerated individuals in a re-entry capacity. Good communication skills, computer knowledge/skills. Ability to problem solve in a restorative justice/supportive capacity. RA must have valid drivers license, personal vehicle/registration/insurance. RA must have active cell phone.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send your resume, cover letter, and a list of three references (with contact information) to the Membership Services Director:

Email (preferred): jobs@antirecidivism.org

Please include your name and position applying for in the subject line.

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Regular Mail:

Anti-Recidivisim Coalition

Case Manager/Member Services Department

448 S. Hill Street, Suite 908 Los Angeles, CA 90013

Development Manager, Green Doors, Austin, TX

Development Manager

Posted on: January 13, 2015
Posted by: Green Doors

Founded in 1990 by a formerly homeless young woman, Green Doors' mission is to transform lives and communities in Central Texas. Green Doors accomplishes this by: creating affordable, safe, quality housing; providing residents with access to supportive services; and educating about, and advocating for, individuals and families struggling with homelessness and at-risk for homelessness.

Green Doors' programmatic activity is broken out into 3 areas: 1) Housing; 2) Homeless Prevention Services; and 3) Education/Advocacy. Green Doors' Housing Program is focused on creating different types of housing tailored to the needs of residents. Throughout Austin, the organization owns and manages 28 properties, serving approximately 400 residents annually, and manages housing rental assistance vouchers for low income households. Through these opportunities, Green Doors is able to serve a variety of people struggling with poverty and homelessness, including veterans, persons with disabilities, and single parent families.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Primary responsibilities include: leading development efforts - specifically foundation, government and individual campaigns; grant writing and donor cultivation; data management and reporting; committee leadership and event support; and communication and public relations efforts.

PRIMARY ROLES & TASKS

Development Leadership:

• Help design, implement, and manage a comprehensive proactive development plan focused on expanding and enhancing relationships and increasing philanthropic support.
• Advance Green Doors' interests by researching and identifying new sources of support, proactively seeking opportunities to generate new proposals based on funder guidelines and interests, and building strong communication ties.
• Serve as staff lead for the Board Development Committee - creating a culture of possibility to reach fundraising goals. Ability to encourage and maintain direction towards fundraising goals, without getting sidetracked by other ideas, will be imperative.
• Serve as lead for constituent database conversion and reimplementation (moving from Exceed (historical) to eTapestry within the first six months of position).

Grant Writing and Proposal Development:

• Serve as the lead on preparing grants for government and civic support.
• Develop highly competitive proposals and leverage diverse corporate and foundation goals and preferences in conjunction with organization's goals.
• Monitor proposal deadlines, prepare and edit proposals, and manage proposal submissions – always insuring a high quality product.
• Role often requires the candidate to work independently on grants (vs. team writing).

Donor Identification and Cultivation:

• Help identify individual, corporate, and foundation prospects; track research/contacts in a manner that multiple people may be successfully involved.
• Maintain a high quality stewardship process for active corporate and foundation prospects and donors. Ensure that stewardship and reporting requirements are met to sustain successful partnerships, and maintain detailed records of solicitation activities.
• Help implement an individual donor strategy which will include cultivation, solicitation and recognition components. Steward existing individual donors and obtain support from new individual donors.

Data Management and Reporting:

• Serve as the lead for constituent database utilization related to fundraising, volunteers, and communication efforts.
• Effectively enter/track/maintain data and proactively tailor data collection to organizational needs.
• Ensure all donor acknowledgements, reports, updates, and other requirements are fulfilled in a high-quality, timely manner.
• Regularly prepare development reports and assist with queries related to the development plan and associated goals.
• Maintain all work product on shared drive (server), ensuring compliance with existing organizational structure.

Development Committee and Event Support:

• Host meetings, maintain scorecards, and facilitate communication with the Development Committee to achieve objectives.
• Serve as the staff lead/collaborator on Committee hosted "Friendraisers."
• Assist in the leading of special events (both internal and third-party): create all communication pieces for events, steward relationships with third-party hosts, publish information about the event on Green Doors' website and other internet-based avenues, etc.

Communication and Public Relations:

• Promote the services of the organization and its programs: create and update program and agency communication pieces (with team input), solicit and schedule speaking engagements for staff, create campaign communication tools, represent Green Doors at tabling and speaking events, etc.
• Create/Edit Green Doors' email newsletter: obtain newsletter stories from staff members, edit stories for content and grammar, design layout, and arrange for printing and mailing of newsletters.
• Collaborate on Facebook efforts, ensuring the lead staff receives appropriate updates to share.
• Serve as a liaison between Green Doors' Executive Director and the local media: obtain quotes and information from Executive and Deputy Directors to prepare press releases, create and distribute press releases to local media, pitch story ideas to local reporters, and schedule radio and television appearances, as needed.
• Maintain the Green Doors website: regularly update donor lists, program statistics, and create web pages (with contractor), as necessary.
• Help develop and execute Strategic Communication plan for Green Doors (this is a secondary task, development efforts will be the first priority during the initial six months of the position).

And perform other tasks as assigned/needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree required (related field preferred).
• Minimum of 3 years of related experience in a non-profit development position required; development leadership experience strongly preferred. CFRE preferred.
• Highly motivated self-starter, entrepreneurial team player who has a commitment to and passion for Green Doors' mission.
• Strategic vision and impeccable attention to organizational detail
• Ability to work independently, but also possess a collaborative style and flexibility - seasoned with a sense of humor and perspective
• Superb communication skills (both written and oral) – must be a strong writer
• Experience using a constituent database for fundraising (eTapestry or Raiser's Edge experience preferred). Candidates with previous database administration or leadership experience strongly preferred.
• Strong candidates would be able to demonstrate previous success in: reaching fundraising goals, leading board efforts to increase organizational support, and have a history of high quality grants being written and awarded.
• Ability to present professionally to a diverse group of constituents; strong public speaking experience is preferred.
• Must have sensitivity to issues of lower-income people and marginalized communities. Ability to tell Green Doors' story, without compromising the integrity of our mission or the people the organization serves, is imperative.
• General computer literacy required (Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Internet, etc.). Web publishing or design software experience preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Employee must satisfactorily complete a criminal background check, driving history check, and have a valid Texas Driver's License to be eligible for employment. Position requires reliable transportation. Evening and weekend hours will be required.

Salary: Commensurate with Experience (includes competitive benefits package)

HOW TO APPLY

Please email a cover letter and resume, including the position title in the subject line, to the attention of Christa Noland (Executive Director) at hiring@greendoors.org. Visit our website at www.greendoors.org for more information on the organization. And please do not contact by phone. EOE.

Economic & Education Advocate, Domestic Violence Crisis Center, Norwalk/Stamford, CT

Economic & Education Advocate

Posted on: January 8, 2015
Posted by: Domestic Violence Crisis Center

The Housing and Economic Justice Advocate is responsible for providing direct assistance to individuals impacted by intimate partner violence (IPV) in the areas of affordable housing and consumer education. The Housing and Economic Justice Advocate will work closely with the program coordinator to provide support, information and advocacy services designed to enhance the safety and economic security to our clients. 

Such services include: 

• Assist clients with housing, employment and education applications

• Coordinating and advocating with housing authorities, property owners, and other service providers to secure safe and affordable housing

• Assisting clients with budgeting and financial planning

• Conducting financial education workshops

The position requires demonstrated case management skills and a strong commitment to advancing opportunities for DVCC clients. Competitive candidates will possess excellent oral and written communications skills and the desire to work at an organization that is fast paced, desires critical thinking abilities, is data responsive and recognizes the value of coordinated care across services and systems. Ability to collect data, maintain service records, complete reports accurately and submit in a timely manner and an ability to facilitate groups and conduct presentations a must. Candidate must have drivers license and reliable transportation, and also be able to lift 30 pounds. Bilingual in English and Spanish is required.

This is a part-time position for 20 H/W to be paid at an hourly rate of $18.00 to $21.00.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit a cover letter and resume to employment@dvccct.org with the subject "Housing and Economic Justice Advocate."

Before applying, please review our website at www.dvccct.org, or our Spanish website at www.EsperanzaCT.org, for information regarding our organization.

Phone inquiries are not accepted.

Administrative Assistant, Crittenton Women's Union, Brighton, MA

Administrative Assistant

Posted on: October 24, 2014
Posted by: Crittenton Women's Union

WHO WE ARE

As a leading nonprofit innovator that combines program delivery, independent research, and public advocacy to help lift low-income women and their families out of poverty, Crittenton Women's Union (CWU) offers a wide range of rewarding career opportunities. When you join CWU, you become part of deeply committed team that serves between 1,100 and 1,500 people annually through its mobility mentoring, housing, education, and workforce development programs.

Crittenton Women's Union is a high-performing and innovative organization whose work is achieved through the fundamental values of inclusiveness and diversity, mutual respect, support, and learning.

Position: Administrative Assistant for Supportive Housing and STEPS Scattered Sites Program

Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Administrative Assistant is responsible for administering all activities required to maintain and enhance the operations of the Supportive Housing and STEPS Scattered Sites programs. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: establishing and maintaining relationships with property managers/landlords regarding maintenance of apartments, maintaining leases, overseeing furniture and apartment supplies; and, providing administrative support to the management team such as, assisting with housing search activities, development of and participation in workshops/groups that promote focus on guest well-being and self-sufficiency, data management, and general clerical work. The goal of this position is to ensure efficient operations in order to obtain program and organizational goals. This position is non-exempt.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Strong computer and Microsoft Suite skills; Word, Excel, and Powerpoint.
• Strong organization skills and attention to details.
• Strong verbal and written skills.
• Ability to work effectively with others in a diverse environment with a focus on quality customer service.
• Strong problem solving skills and decision making.
• Ability to work independently with assignments achieving timely completion.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• High School or GED is required; some college is preferred.
• At least two years of full time or equivalent part time, secratarial experience with a strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to perform simple arithmetic functions.
• Access to a reliable car.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

• Requires prolonged sitting, some bending, stooping and stretching and ability to lift up to 25 pounds. 
• Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator and other office equipment. 
• Requires normal range of hearing and eye sight to record, prepare and communicate appropriate reports. 
• Work is performed in the community and in an office environment. 
• Work may be stressful at times.

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered an applicant for this position, please complete the online employment application:

https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit2/?id=1594761&t=1

Resident Advocacy Coordinator, The Second Step, Newtonville, MA

Resident Advocacy Coordinator

Posted on: October 17, 2014
Posted by: The Second Step

The Second Step (TSS) seeks to break the cycle of domestic violence, one family at a time, by providing services to individuals & families that enable them to remain free from abusive relationships & live successful lives. Those individuals & families who enter our program have successfully taken the first step away from domestic violence. TSS provides support & advocacy services to connect them with a broad range of services, referrals, including education & employment training, permanent housing search, mental health & addiction services, legal services, parenting support & community advocacy support.

Mission statement: The Second Step, in partnership with survivors of domestic violence, creates safe, supportive community, identifies choices and builds foundations to transcend abuse.

Primary Objectives: Implementing case management & advocacy services within the philosophical framework of the agency including trauma-informed; strength based, relational & empowering practice.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Case Management/Advocacy

• Provide case management & advocacy services for 4 families (unless otherwise determined by supervisor) including child assessment & child goal plan development. 
• Develop service plans with residents that address a variety of needs such as medical, legal, educational, employment benefits, & behavioral health; work closely with other residential staff to assist families in obtaining their goals; actively engage in networking with community service providers to locate programs & resources that support resident goals. 
• Liaison & advocacy with community service providers to secure resources & provide services for children/families including: day care, summer camp, school after school, parent education, counseling, legal & health care. 
• Each resident coordinator shares in the responsibility of the scheduling interviews of prospective program participants; review of transitional housing application, checking references & orientating new participants to the program once admitted. 
• In collaboration with other Resident Service Coordinators, plan and schedule TSS Family Programming to include psycho-educational workshops, seminars with outside providers.

2. Housing Advocacy

• Provide housing advocacy & case management services to assigned families including budgeting counseling. 
• Assist families in obtaining financial resources for housing expenses related to acquiring permanent housing. 
• Develop & maintain positive working relationships with Housing Authorities. 
• Coordinate program participant's moves to permanent housing. 
• Ensure 'bridge meeting" is scheduled with Community Advocate prior to participant scheduled move out date.

3. Community Building

In collaboration with other residential staff, create a nurturing, supportive environment that facilitates families to build resilience & develop beyond the trauma they have experienced. This involves setting expectations & implementing policies, practices & systems that sustain safety & growth. A piece of this work is monitoring the environment for breaches to psychological &/or physical safety & intervening appropriately. Co-facilitate community meeting for residents once a week in the evening.

Other Responsibilities
· Attend & actively participate in weekly team meetings & agency wide staff meetings.
· Attend individual supervision
· Represent TSS at community events & forums as needed.
· Provide child-care as needed.
· Coordinate special events including holiday celebration for TSS program participants & other special events for residential clients as needed. Coordinate annual summer reunion & backpack drive with community program staff. Provide support for holiday gift drive.
· Participation in on-call rotation. (compensation provided)
· All other duties as assigned by Senior of Residential Programs or Executive Director

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must be bilingual (English/Spanish). In addition, the ideal candidate will have: 

• 2-3 years experience working with survivors of domestic violence and/or homeless families & individuals in residential and/or community based programs. 
• Knowledge of issues related to domestic violence, trauma, mental health & addiction with a particular emphasis on how these issues impact families is essential. 
• Knowledge of issues related to child development & parenting is valuable. 
• Life & employment experience are considered as valuable assets.

Additional Qualifications include:
· Experience with public housing & appeals process
· Supervision experience
· Strong crisis management, problem-solving & interpersonal skills.
· Demonstrated ability to learn & master new skills & materials.
· Ability to train peers & share expertise with colleagues.
· Ability to manage competing priorities simultaneously & precisely
· Proficiency with computers; strong writing & verbal skills
· Organizational skills including the ability to work under pressure.
· Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred.
· Ability to work collaboratively & effectively in an environment that is linguistically & culturally diverse.

Hours: Full-time – Combination of days & evenings. 40 hours per week. Flexibility is very important.
A successful candidate will be flexible, have a sense of humor, & be committed to serving families that are determined to move beyond domestic violence. A driver's license is required in order to drive agency vehicles.

Salary & Benefits: Salary commensurate with experience (low-high $40s, depending on experience). Benefits outlined in the current personnel policies. On-site Clinical Supervision is provided bi-monthly. Compensation is provided for the On-Call coverage.

Equal opportunity: The Second Step encourages multi-cultural & multi-lingual diversity in all of its programs. Minorities, Bi-lingual, survivors of domestic & sexual violence, GBLTQ candidates strongly encouraged to apply. Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer

HOW TO APPLY

If you are interested: please send a resume and cover letter to our Senior Manager of Residential Programs: Ashley Shoares:  ashoares@thesecondstep.org

Philanthropy Administrator, Imagine Housing, Kirkland, WA

Philanthropy Administrator

Posted on: August 6, 2014
Posted by: Imagine Housing
Employment type: Full-time
Job location: Kirkland, WA
Salary range: 33,280 - 43,680
Benefits: paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, company-paid medical, dental and life insurance and 401(k) matching contribution

Who is Imagine Housing?

Imagine Housing is the primary developer of permanent affordable rental housing in East King County, Washington. We are a leader in providing person-centered, strengths-based supportive services ranging from early childhood and after-school programs to case management and community building events at our properties.

Our organization is sensitive to the needs of diverse communities and is committed to cross-cultural competence. Imagine Housing empowers individuals and families, supports diversity and strengthens communities. We make it possible for veterans, seniors, survivors of domestic violence, young adults aging out of foster care and low-income working families to live in and thrive on the Eastside.

Job Summary

Imagine Housing seeks an organized, detail-oriented and motivated individual to join the Imagine Housing Philanthropy Team. The Philanthropy Administrator will be the main "keeper of information" and database administrator. The Philanthropy Administrator's dedicated support will enable Imagine Housing to build authentic, meaningful and lasting relationships with Imagine Housing's supporters. The Philanthropy Administrator also will offer critical administrative support to the Annual Fund Manager, Director of Philanthropy and Executive Director.

The position reports to the Director of Philanthropy, with the potential for growth and leadership in this nimble and ever-growing organization. This position also offers a tremendous opportunity for the right person to join our staff, Board, and over 150 volunteers in building and preserving high quality affordable housing and delivering supportive services to low-income individuals and families in East King County.

Primary Duties

Database Management (50%):

• Input, track and update donor information in Raiser's Edge.
• Enter and process all gifts received and ensure they are coded correctly.
• Work with, train and support the Philanthropy Team and Executive Director in entering notes, actions, and tracking relationships and proposals.
• Conduct quarterly maintenance within Raiser's Edge to ensure data integrity.
• Create reports and complex queries as requested to support fundraising goals.
• Create and manage mailings and mailing lists for all invitations, save the dates and mailing campaigns throughout the year.
• Manage the Philanthropy Policies and Procedures manual and update as changes happen.
• Work with the Finance team to reconcile accounts and sync systems.
• Import all gifts and information from Greater Giving to Raiser's Edge in a timely manner after all events. Track invitees, attendees and gifts in Raiser's Edge.
• Be the point-person for all Raiser's Edge questions and troubleshooting.
• Assist in the development of new database processes to meet current and future fundraising goals.

Administrative Support (25%):

• Prepare materials for all upcoming donor and outreach meetings, including having informational packets prepared for unexpected meetings that arise.
• Schedule meetings for Philanthropy Team members and send meeting invites and reminders.
• Conduct internal (database) and external (web) donor research.
• Keep all department files maintained and organized.

• Collect notes from team members' donor meetings and enter information into Raiser's Edge.
• Draft accurate, personalized and timely donor recognition for gifts; ensure thank you notes go out within 48 hours.

• Take lead role in collecting volunteer hours from Department Directors and Supportive Services Team and inputting into the donor database.
• Perform other administrative support duties as assigned.

Event Support (Seasonal):

• Provide administrative, logistical and event support for Imagine Housing's annual Auction, Opening Doors Breakfast, house parties and other smaller events as they arise.
• Create and send e-invitations and e-save the dates via Constant Contact.
• Coordinate volunteer management for the Auction and Opening Doors Breakfast.
• Own the procurement process for the Auction, including managing relationships with Board members and tracking all procurement using Greater Giving.
• Support the Annual Fund Manager as necessary.

Communications (10%):

• Keep Imagine Housing's website up to date (WordPress platform).
• Oversee social media, giving Imagine Housing a daily presence on Twitter and Facebook and utilizing LinkedIn, YouTube and other platforms as necessary.
• Collect and post weekly blog articles, providing reminders to staff and volunteers to submit their articles on time for posting.
• Compile and send monthly or quarterly e-newsletters via Constant Contact.
• Keep updated on current housing news and events to promote via social media.

• Manage Imagine Housing's online giving pages via NetCommunity and Greater Giving.

Capital Campaign (10%):

• Manage pledges and billings, including invoicing, billing and receipting of gifts.
• Prepare packets and information for donor meetings.
• Support the public phase of the Capital Campaign through social media, e-mails, website updates, and more.
• Manage ever-changing donor prospect lists and transfer information into database. 

Secondary Duties (5%):

• Assist with coordinating community outreach presentations and events throughout the year.
• Order name tags for staff twice a year.
• Order branded merchandise for events and programs as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.  

Desired Traits

• Highly organized and efficient.
• Detail and systems oriented.
• Proactive – able to anticipate arising needs and take ownership over activities.
• Problem solver that is able to synthesize big picture ideas into solid steps.
• Resourceful – able to find solutions using various sources.
• Able to track and prioritize multiple projects at a given time.
• Easy to work with in a collaborative team environment. 

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors or a two-year degree with two years of related experience in a business or non-profit setting required.
• 1-2 years of experience with Raiser's Edge or similar Customer Relationship Management software.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite with particular proficiency working with Excel and mail merge.
• Experience working with WordPress or another website platform or knowledge of HTML.
• Familiarity with social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and YouTube. 

Work Schedule

Position is a full time (40 hours per week), hourly, non-exempt position. Hours worked will be weekdays between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m, or a mutually agreed-upon schedule. Occasional overtime, evening and/or weekend work also may be required.

Salary and Benefits

Hourly range is from $16 - $21/hour, with actual hourly rate determined based on experience. Benefits include paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, company-paid medical, dental and life insurance and 401(k) matching contribution.

Equal Employment Opportunity 

Imagine Housing is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, age, the presence of a disability, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Our equal opportunity policy applies to all phases of employment, including recruiting, hiring, job assignment, supervision, training, upgrading, transfer, compensation, benefits, promotion, education and recreation, layoff and termination.

How to Apply 

Please email a resume and cover letter to hesterw@imaginehousing.org. Include in your cover letter how you learned of this position, a description of specifically why you are an ideal candidate, your salary history and salary expectations. If you have any questions, please call Hester Winn at (425) 576-5190, ext. 10. Position is open until filled.

For more information on Imagine Housing, go to www.imaginehousing.org.

Stabilization Mentor, Crittenton Women's Union, Brighton, MA

Stabilization Mentor

Posted on: July 23, 2013
Posted by: Crittenton Women's Union

WHO WE ARE

As a leading nonprofit innovator that combines program delivery, independent research, and public advocacy to help lift low-income women and their families out of poverty, Crittenton Women's Union (CWU) offers a wide range of rewarding career opportunities. When you join CWU, you become part of a deeply committed team that serves between 1,100 and 1,500 people annually through its mobility mentoring, housing, and workforce development programs.

Crittenton Women's Union is a high-performing and innovative organization whose work is achieved through the fundamental values of inclusiveness and diversity, mutual respect, support, and learning.

DUTIES

Work as part of a team that assists each family to develop a stabilization plan that enables the family to remain stably housed and make progress toward economic self-sufficiency.

Conduct office and home visits to support families in implementing their stabilization plans. Provide interventions to assist the families with problems solving, including family meetings when appropriate.

Assist families with all aspects of managing their tenancy, including collaborating with landlords. Provide advocacy training, consumer education, and crisis management when necessary to prevent housing disruption.

Develop relationships with community organizations and resources in order to strengthen referral base for families entering sustainable housing.

Help families establish and maintain residential stability and connection to the neighborhood.

Help families make or strengthen connections to schools, employment services, medical providers and other resources as needed. Assist families with access to benefits as appropriate.

Monitor families' movement toward self-sufficiency goals and document progress in writing and electronically.

Participate in all departmental staff and team meetings.

Participate in supervision and professional development.

Assume other responsibilities as requested by supervisor.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Ability to provide services in both English and Spanish

Ability to communicate effectively; both written and verbal

Ability to drive, have a valid Mass License and a vehicle for transportation; home visits, community meetings.

Strong mediation, negotiation, oral, written skills

Strong computer skills with Microsoft Outlook, Windows 2010 Efforts to Outcome (ETO)

Ability to handle a variety of assignment and have the flexibility to work some evenings, if necessary

Knowledge of HomeBASE short-term assistance program and other permanent subsidies such as MRVP, BHA and Project Based Section 8

EDUCATIONAL & OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Strong bilingual (Spanish/English) required.

BA preferred, with experience in the human and/or social services field

Demonstrated ability to work in an office and field-based setting with diverse population.

Hours: Monday to Friday; 9am to 5pm, occasional 12pm to 8pm

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONS

Requires prolonged sitting, data entry, some bending, stooping and stretching. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator and other office equipment. Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare and communicate appropriate reports. Work is performed in an office and field environment, client apartments and various other locations as needed. Work can be stressful and very fast paced at times.

HOW TO APPLY

Visit https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=1764401

Office Manager, Habitat for Humanity, Worcester, MA

Office Manager (part-time)

Posted on: June 28, 2013
Posted by: Habitat for Humanity - Metro West/Greater Worcester

OVERVIEW

Habitat for Humanity - Metro West/Greater Worcester (HFH-MWGW) is an independent affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International. We are a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian organization dedicated to eliminating substandard housing and homelessness worldwide and to making adequate, affordable shelter a matter of conscience and action. Habitat is founded on the conviction that every man, woman and child should have a simple, decent, affordable place to live in dignity and safety.

HFH-MWGW serves 42 towns and cities in the Greater Worcester and MetroWest Communities. Headquartered in Worcester Massachusetts, HFH-MWGW is an independent 501 (c) 3 organization affiliated with Habitat for Humanity International.

JOB DESCRIPTION

This part-time position (28 hours per week) is responsible for assisting the affiliate in maintaining efficient and effective office operations.

• Provide administrative support to the Executive Director, staff and volunteer committees
• Host Site Manager in charge of overseeing 2-3 AmeriCorps members
• Assist with weekly data entry into GiftWorks (donor software) & resulting thank you letters
• Maintain updates on affiliate's web site through the use of Wordpress
• Answer office phone inquiries, general correspondence and telephone requests
• Maintain office machines, supplies, key databases and filing systems
• Coordinate printing and mailing of semi-annual appeal letters
• Other duties as requested

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Excellent computer skills, specific knowledge of MS Office applications; familiarity with database programs a plus
• Well organized, good team leadership skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong spelling and editing capabilities
• An ability to work occasional flexible hours
• An understanding of and a belief in, the mission of Habitat for Humanity.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send resume and cover letter to: office@habitatmwgw.org, and list "Office Manager" in the subject line.

Paralegal, Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation, New York, NY

Paralegal

Posted on: May 30, 2013
Posted by: Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation

AGENCY BACKGROUND

Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation (NMIC) is a community-based, not-for-profit organization founded in 1979 to serve the Washington Heights and Inwood communities. NMIC's client-centered programs minimize evictions; maximize improvements to the housing stock; provide education and training to increase employment opportunities; support families with child care, case management and domestic violence intervention services; and, give residents a greater voice in the decisions that affect their lives. All NMIC services are bilingual in English and Spanish. NMIC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

SUMMARY

NMIC's Legal Services Program provides free civil legal services to the residents of Washington Heights/Inwood and the surrounding communities of upper Manhattan. Services are provided on a walk-in basis and are central to helping families and individuals maintain housing and economic security. Historically, we have taken on law suits in the areas of childhood protection from lead paint poisoning; domestic violence, fair and equal access to benefits such as public assistance, food stamps and disability payments, enforcement of housing maintenance standards; access to emergency benefits upon application at city job centers; and the safeguarding of constitutional rights of tenants in housing court.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Paralegals at NMIC currently provide assistance to:

1) Tenants and tenant associations to secure stable and safe housing accommodations and avoid eviction;
2) Clients in need of public assistance benefits and navigating the benefits system;
3) Local residents facing consumer debt issues, and
4) Victims of domestic violence in both immigration and family law issues.

Duties include responsibility for providing legal assistance to clients and ensuring client records, develop and maintain expertise in a substantive area of specialty as well as assist the attorney staff in screening and intake

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants who can provide training, support staff, update and maintain NMIC's legal resources database, monitor any applicable listservs, and create and maintain materials for pro se litigants are encouraged to apply. Applicants should possess experience with housing court procedures and rent regulation protections or should have relevant experience in landlord-tenant, housing, benefits and/or consumer debt issues. Candidates should possess at a minimum an AA/AS, BA/BS, or Paralegal Certificate and 2(+) years experience providing direct legal services or similar background. Skilled in use of MS Excel and Word preferred. Bilingual English/Spanish both verbal and written HIGHLY PREFERRED.

BENEFITS

All full-time positions at Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation are competitive in salary and complemented with 20 days of paid vacation, 14 paid holidays, health, life and dental insurance, long term disability, employee assistance program, employer contribution 401(k) and other generous time-off benefits.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, send resume/cover (with PARALEGAL in the subject line) to NMIC, Human Resources Director, 76 Wadsworth Avenue, NY, NY 10033 or employment@nmic.org or fax to (212) 928-4180. NMIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

NMIC IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively encourages candidates of diverse backgrounds (men and women) to apply for employment. Applicants must meet the minimum requirements in terms of qualifications. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered unless specifically stated otherwise.

Case Manager, The Fortune Society, Long Island, NY

Case Manager

Posted on: May 16, 2013
Application deadline: July 9, 2013
Posted by: The Fortune Society

DESCRIPTION

The Fortune Society's mission is to support successful reentry from prison and promote alternatives to incarceration, thus strengthening the fabric of our communities. We do this by believing in the power of individuals to change; building lives through service programs shaped by the needs and experiences of our clients, and changing minds through education and advocacy that work to rectify unjust and criminal justice polices.

Case Managers screen, assess, counsel and link clients to needed transitional services (e.g., housing, entitlements, medical/mental health care, treatment, food & clothing) both within and outside the agency.
Ideal candidates have a BA or HS/GED with related experience, and at least two years experience dealing with HIV/AIDS, substance abuse and/or criminal justice issues. We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits package, including 3 weeks of vacation during the first year, tuition reimbursement and the chance to make a difference in the lives of formerly incarcerated men and women.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this job, please click on this link: https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=503465
The Fortune Society encourages individuals to apply who have successfully made the transition from incarceration and/or substance abuse into a stable, productive lifestyle in the community. The Fortune Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer and auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities

Director of Development, Rosehedge Multifaith Works, Seattle, WA

Director of Development

Posted on: May 10, 2013
Posted by: Rosehedge Multifaith Works

THE ORGANIZATION

Rosehedge/Multifaith Works provides housing and support services for people living with HIV/AIDS who are homeless and also struggling with chemical dependency and mental health issues. Stigmatized and removed from "mainstream" life by disease or homelessness, these people often sequester themselves away from others and end up lonely, afraid, with no one to reach out to.

THE POSITION

Rosehedge/Multifaith Works is seeking to hire a Director of Development to lead and collaborate – as a member of the leadership team – the design and implementation of a diversified and comprehensive plan to cultivate support through major and individual gifts, planned giving, corporate and foundation funding, and special events. This position provides leadership to the development team in a dynamic, fast-paced, and team-oriented environment. This position works in close relationship with the Executive Director, the Board of Directors, and Chair of the Development Committee, and builds effective relationships with the larger team.

THE CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate for the Director of Development will demonstrate a passionate interest in creating and leading development efforts. She/he will demonstrate initiative, creativity, energy, leadership, and a passion for HIV/AIDS care, housing, and supportive services. She/he will have a working knowledge of all areas within fund development, and be able to demonstrate success in these areas, especially in building, developing, and maintaining strong relationships with major donors and supporters. The candidate must think and work well as part of a collaborative, integrated team to accomplish goals, and should be able to anticipate problems and develop practical, positive solutions.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Fund Development

• Design and execute individual donor cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and communication strategy and plans; partner with Executive Director, Board of Directors, and others to successfully implement the plan to grow individual giving efforts
• Cultivate, maintain, and deepen relationships with existing portfolio of funders/supporters
• Lead cultivation and stewardship activities including face-to-face solicitation meetings and cultivation and solicitation events
• Oversee relationships with foundations and corporate funders and prospects

Community Outreach and Special Events

• Manage and oversee all fundraising event processes
• Take the lead in obtaining corporate sponsorship for events
• Identify community events for organization visibility and ensure the organization has a positive presence at community events such as Gay Pride and the AIDS Walk

Marketing and Communications

• Develop a strategic marketing plan to build the organization's presence and reputation
• Write and update compelling narrative for all communications and development documents
• Design and execute direct mail campaigns
• Design and execute email direct marketing campaigns
• Oversee the design and maintenance of agency brochures, website, and online presence
• Press releases

Organizational Management

• Create and manage annual development work plan in accordance with agency financial goals
• Create and manage annual development department budget and goals
• Manage and ensure the accurate maintenance of records and donor information in the donor database and produce monthly reports and other reports as requested
• Monitor effectiveness and analyze results of all fundraising strategies and programs
• Ensure timely recognition of gifts/grants and acknowledge funders as required on all materials
• Track all current funding sources and maintain/implement a calendar delineating reporting requirements and corresponding deadlines
• Manage and oversee workplace giving programs
• Work in collaboration with the Chair of the Development Committee to lead monthly development meetings
• Fully participate as a member of the leadership team, attending board meetings as needed and participating in all staff meetings, trainings, and retreats.
• Supervise members of the development team
• Other duties as assigned

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Self-starter with at least three to five years of successful experience in the non-profit development field
• A proven and demonstrated level of success in fundraising efforts
• Working knowledge of all areas within fund development
• Strategic thinker with excellent research, writing, and analytical skills
• Demonstrated familiarity with budgets and the budget-development process
• Experience with event planning on limited budgets, ability to manage volunteers and staff during events
• Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence and initiative
• Superior written and verbal communication skills, including excellent public speaking skills
• Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and manage multiple assignments
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends
• Willingness to make a minimum of a two year commitment to Rosehedge/Multifaith Works

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree
• Familiarity with relational databases – especially Salesforce
• Experience working with non-profit community-based organizations and knowledge of affordable housing or community development
• Knowledge and experience relating to HIV/AIDS and Housing
• Knowledge and experience relating to the GLBTQ community
• Some knowledge of or experience with faith communities

HOW TO APPLY

Submit the following materials:

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume
3. Three professional references

In your cover letter, please answer the following questions:

1. From reviewing our website (www.rosehedge.org), especially our mission and services offered, what interests you in working at Rosehedge/Multifaith Works?
2. From your personal and professional background, how will you contribute to the mission of our organization?

Submit application materials to:
Lauren Simonds, Executive Director - lauren@rosehedge.org

Clinical Case Manager, Downtown Emergency Service Center, Seattle, WA

Clinical Case Manager

Posted on: May 11, 2013
Posted by: Downtown Emergency Service Center

DESCRIPTION

DESC is currently recruiting for Clinical Case Managers for our SAGE Program. Support, Advocacy, Growth & Employment (SAGE) is DESC's comprehensive outpatient mental health program. SAGE case managers, psychiatrists and nurses work with men and women (18 years and older), the vast majority of whom are or have been homeless, in assisting them in their journey towards recovery. This includes help with obtaining and maintaining housing, improving clinical and social stability, and enriching their level of independence and self-sufficiency.

The SAGE Case Manager is a member of multi-disciplinary team responsible for providing long-term case management services to adults with severe and persistent mental illnesses.

REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE

• Relevant Bachelor's or Master's degree in social work, psychology or other behavioral science.
• Experience delivering mental health and case management services to a chronically homeless or severely mentally ill adult population, and those with chemical dependency/co-occurring disorders, in a community setting.
• Interest in or experience working with consumers who are difficult to engage and maintain in traditional mental health programs.
• Knowledge of Recovery focused, strengths based work in mental health.
• Knowledge of Harm Reduction strategies.

Go to www.desc.org/joinourteam/ for detailed job descriptions and salary information.

HOW TO APPLY

• Please submit a cover letter detailing your reasons for applying for this position, along with a resume, to hr@desc.org.
• Email attachments will not be accepted unless they are in a format readable by MS Word or Adobe Reader. Attachments in formats such as .wps or .jpeg will not be accepted.
• You may also mail your cover letter and resume to: DESC, ATTN: Human Resources, 515 Third Avenue, Seattle, WA 98104, or fax to (206) 515-1501.

Case Manager, New Providence Women's Shelter, New York, NY

Case Manager

Posted on: May 11, 2013
Posted by: Project Renewal

DESCRIPTION

New Providence Women's Shelter is located on East 45th Street in Manhattan and serves two groups of clients: women who are diagnosed as mentally ill or mentally ill and substance abusers, and women who are solely substance abusers. At New Providence, our clients learn how to cope with their disabilities and recreate their lives, eventually moving on to their own housing and jobs. The New Providence Shelter staff's goal is to stabilize, treat and offer rehabilitation to women who will ultimately be helped to move on to long-term housing.

We are currently seeking a Case Manager to join our interdisciplinary team.

The case manager will provide counseling and case management services aimed at helping the residents participate in treatment plan, develop living skills appropriate to their disability and prepare to live independently. The case manager will be responsible for initially interviewing each of his/her clients individually, assessing the client's needs and developing and implementing a client service plan. The case manager will also assist in obtaining financial entitlements, housing and other concrete services as well as provide group facilitation, as needed. Additionally, case managers are expected to escort clients to appointments, as necessary.

The case manager will carry a caseload of approximately 15-20 clients.
Work shift may float during week and one late night (11:00am-7:00pm) is required.

SKILLS

BA/BS in related human service discipline with experience working with Mentally Ill and MICA clients preferred. Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) required. Must have knowledge of Assisted Outpatient Treatment process.

HOW TO APPLY

We are offering a competitive salary, commensurate with education and experience and an excellent benefits package. To apply, please send your resume with a cover letter indicating position and salary requirements to the HR Department at careers@projectrenewal.org.

Staff Attorney - Housing, California Rural Legal Assistance, Santa Monica, CA

Staff Attorney - Housing

Posted on: May 11, 2013
Application deadline: July 10, 2013
Posted by: California Rural Legal Assistance

DESCRIPTION

Reporting to the Directing Attorney or Project Director, the Staff Attorney provides comprehensive legal services to eligible clients in CRLA priority areas in accordance with CRLA program guidelines, the ABA Standards for Providers of Civil Legal Services and the Code of Professional Responsibility.

RESPONSIBILITIES

- Provides legal service to low income clients and client groups including advice, negotiation, litigation and administrative advocacy in accordance with program priorities and case handling policies.
- Reviews and supervises the work product of Community Workers and Clerical support staff relating to all clients being advised or represented by him/her.
- Undertakes significant statewide impact activity, including institutional and group litigation or community economic development beneficial to the low income community.
- Develops leadership in working with community, client and other advocacy groups related to statewide impact issues.
- Works to develop specialized knowledge in a substantive area of poverty law and acts as a resource for other staff through participation in at least one CRLA task force.
- Coordinates advocacy in substantive areas through collaboration with other human services providers, non-profit organizations and community, client or other advocacy groups.
- Participates in CRLA training programs, local office case review or staff meetings or other CRLA activities as required.
- Provides community education regarding legal rights and prepares materials relating to these presentations.
- Works with members of the private bar as necessary in accordance with CRLA Private Bar Involvement.
- Maintains contemporaneous time records in the CRLA case handling system.
- Maintains a good working relationship with all members of the office staff.
- Utilizes basic capabilities of word processing program.
- Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

- Admitted to practice law before the court of any state.
- Admitted to practice law in the State of California or willingness to take the next California Bar Exam.
- Demonstrated commitment to working with low income clients.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Ability to meet deadlines and perform multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail.
- Good people skills and the ability to maintain positive relations with a diverse population.


SALARY: $42,000.00 to $67,500.00 based upon bar admission date.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, send a cover letter and resume to the CRLA Human Resources Department at hr@crla.org. E-mail attachments in Word only, or copy and paste cover letter and resume into body of e-mail. Include "Staff Attorney – Housing – Santa Maria" in subject line of e-mail.

WOMEN AND MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
CRLA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.