Bilingual Community Advocate, On The Rise, Cambridge, MA

Bilingual Community Advocate

Posted on: November 26, 2013
Posted by: On the Rise

DESCRIPTION

On The Rise, Inc. (OTR) is a dynamic, Cambridge, MA-based non-profit founded in 1995 that serves women in crisis and homelessness throughout the region. Our Safe Haven Program's innovative approach has unprecedented success with women who are unable to make full use of other community programs for reasons that may include their histories (trauma, violence and abuse are ubiquitous) and present conditions (many women are coping with multiple issues, from physical and mental health concerns, to addiction, criminal histories, and more). In the face of these obstacles, women who participate in OTR's programs leverage their initiative and core strengths to find safety and discover new possibilities.

This full-time exempt position reports directly to the Program Director. One position on the 6-person Advocacy Team is currently open. The position may be filled by an experienced individual with high school diploma or GED who has at least three years' direct service experience with trauma survivors, substance users, people with mental health issues and/or homelessness. Relevant life experience will also be strongly considered for the position. FLEUNCY IN SPANISH IS REQUIRED.

An advocate's responsibilities begin at the Safe Haven, a daytime program where women experiencing trauma and homelessness may address some basic human needs such as food, clothing, rest and hygiene. At the Safe Haven Community Advocates spend both casual and intensive time with individual women, many of whom are trauma survivors, struggle with mental and physical health issues, and substance use/abuse.

The Advocacy Team builds relationships with the women in this environment, and these relationships are the basis for long-term, broad-based support both inside and outside the Safe Haven. Such support may take the form of assistance in using other programs through accompaniment and advocacy; support may relate to a wide range of issues, including housing, drug and alcohol treatment, domestic violence, sexual assault, childhood and adult trauma, legal and criminal issues, parenting issues, physical and mental health issues, applying for public benefits, budgeting, sexual identity and orientation, and more.

Hours: OTR's normal business hours are 8-4 on weekdays. The Safe Haven is also open on most Saturdays and most holidays. In order to ensure adequate staffing during all the Safe Haven's scheduled operations, Community Advocates schedules may include one Saturday monthly and occasional holidays and exclude occasional weekdays.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct service to women: 
  • Providing broad-based, long-term emotional and general support to women in the Safe Haven, with other programs and offsite (at the hospital, in court, at other community programs, etc.)
  • Working with women to help them articulate their needs, supporting them in meeting these needs, helping them work through issues including housing, drug and alcohol abuse and treatment, domestic violence, sexual assault, childhood and adult trauma, legal and criminal issues, parenting issues, physical and mental health concerns, benefits, budgeting, sexual identity and orientation, and more
  • Facilitating women's access to other programs including information and referral, accompaniment to and advocacy at other agencies and programs, coordinating follow-up care and assistance
  • Crisis intervention and harm reduction, including assessment of danger and risk

• Collaboration:
  • Collaboration within the Advocacy Team to provide a safety net of support for women at OTR that is not wholly dependent on particular staff members, and to leverage the diverse skills of different team members in complex, multi-layered problem-solving
  • Strengthening professional relationships within the continuum of service providers, enhancing the success and effectiveness of referrals between OTR and other programs, and providing a smoother integration for women into and through the system – in keeping with OTR's "mortar between the bricks" philosophy
  • Acting as occasional "ambassador" of OTR to community members, donors, and other interested parties at site visits, open houses, and other organizational events

• Organization:
  • Regular exercise of independent judgment and discretion
  • Participation in maintaining a safe, clean, healthy physical environment, adequate supplies, etc.
  • Certain aspects of day-to-day program management, e.g. meetings, scheduling
  • Recordkeeping and reporting
  • Active participation in program development and evaluation, identification of service gaps, etc.

• Other: 
• Like all OTR employees, Community Advocates will be flexible and open to "pitching in" as needed with other duties that arise in the course of a 13-employee organization's day-to-day operations
• Like all OTR employees, Community Advocates are expected to strive to continuously increase skills and competence, e.g. taking advantage of opportunities for professional networking and continuing education

What We Are Looking For

On The Rise enjoys an excellent reputation within the support of a committed and diverse community. We are looking for a person who can build on our strong history and excellent programming, to continue to increase the quality and positive impact of our programs on women in crisis and homelessness.

The ideal candidate has:

• Personal experience with the issues facing the women who use our services (homelessness, trauma, substance use/abuse, domestic violence, physical/mental health issues, etc.)
• Exceptional commitment to the mission of On The Rise and to furthering this mission through direct service to women
• Demonstrated interest in or prior work with trauma, substance abuse, mental health, homelessness
• Understanding of and/or prior work using harm reduction and relational approaches, and to using these approaches to achieve social justice aims through direct service
• Knowledge of human service agencies and programs throughout Greater Boston
• Commitment and tact in contributing to the work of a multi-disciplinary team and assisting a diverse population, while maintaining personal standards and performance
• Desire to keep learning and stretching
• Determination to "meet each woman where she is" using creative, professional approaches
• Strength and self-knowledge in maintaining personal/professional boundaries, acknowledging personal limitations
• Judgment and experience in helping women prioritize competing, often conflicting, needs
• Rapport and discretion in dealing with sensitive, confidential matters
• Sense of humor
• Ability to work in a diverse and fast-paced environment; open to new ideas
• Microsoft Office literacy and internet savvy
• FLUENCY IN SPANISH IS REQUIRED

A valid driver's license and a personal vehicle are required for light to moderate use for employment purposes.

Salary commensurate with experience plus great benefits.

On The Rise is partially supported by MOVA through the 1984 VOCA grant from the Office of Victims of Crime, Office of Justice Programs, and the U.S. Department of Justice.

On The Rise recognizes the importance and benefits of diversity in the workplace and the community. We are an AA/EOE, and we strongly encourage people of color to apply. Individuals who have experienced homelessness or overcome other significant life challenges are strongly encouraged to apply.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send your resume and a cover letter addressing the questions below:

1. What excites you about On The Rise's mission?
2. What are your strongest skills and qualifications that will help you in this position?

Please submit your materials online to:
charyti.reiter@ontherise.org with "Community Advocate " in the subject line.

Recovery Counselor, Women in Transition, Philadelphia, PA

Recovery Counselor

Posted on: October 4, 2013
Posted by: Women in Transition

THE POSITION

Excellent opportunity for energetic, creative, self-starter with a passion for safety and justice for women and children. This is a full-time/40 hours per week position with the primary responsibility for providing empowerment counseling and recovery support for women whose lives are endangered by substance abuse and domestic violence.
 

ABOUT WOMEN IN TRANSITION

 

Founded in 1971, the purpose of Women In Transition (WIT) is to empower women to change their lives and to promote economic independence and emotional well-being for women through a broad range of services. WIT uniquely addresses the linkage of domestic violence and substance abuse through early intervention, prevention and recovery support services which endeavor to help women identify, early, how substance abuse and domestic violence are affecting their lives. WIT's programs are designed to empower women to make positive changes in their lives and live free of substance abuse, intimate partner violence and poverty. WIT operates on an annual budget of $900,000, has 11 staff and 10 volunteers, and serves nearly 3,000 individuals each year. WIT's empowerment services include: LifeLine Supportive Telephone Counseling, Intake Assessments & Goal Planning, LifeLine Peer Support Groups, Individual Empowerment and Recovery Counseling, and Community Education.

REQUIREMENTS

Highly motivated, well-organized, computer proficient, and understands the impact of substance abuse and domestic violence on women and the community; recovery specialist certification, associate or undergraduate degree in the field of human services with at least 3 years experience in the field of social or behavioral health services. Knowledge of community resources, feminist empowerment and/or harm reduction counseling, and recovery management. Ability to foster and maintain a spirit of unity, teamwork, and cooperation among all personnel with the capacity to work with a diverse group of individuals. Prior to hiring, background clearances must be provided from: Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Records, Department of Public Welfare Child Abuse History, Federal Criminal History Record Pennsylvania. Upon hiring, the candidate must complete WIT's Domestic Violence Advocate Training.

SALARY & BENEFITS

Salary is $30,000. Benefits: Upon the completion of a 13 week introductory period, employer-paid health/dental/prescription insurance for the employee, as well as annual paid leave includes 10 holidays, 5 personal days, and 10 vacation days.

HOW TO APPLY

Qualified applicants must submit a written Cover Letter and a current Resume documenting experience that matches the requirements for the position. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted. Mail to: Program Director, Women In Transition, 21 S. 12th Street, 6th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19107-3606 or Email to: jobopening@helpwomen.org

Equal Opportunity Policy
As an equal employment opportunity employer, all employment decisions are based on merit and agency needs, and not on race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, cultural or religious practices, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, social or economic status, veteran status, political affiliation, or any other factor protected by law.

HIV Case Manager, Span, Inc, Boston, MA

HIV Case Manager

Posted on: June 21, 2013
Posted by: Span, Inc.

DESCRIPTION

Span, Inc. is seeking a full-time Case Manager for our Corrections to Community (CTC) Reintegration Program. Span offers a dynamic, supportive, team-oriented working environment dedicated to serving those who have been in prison. We are a private, non-profit agency established in 1976 that has provided services to over 9,000 ex-offenders. For over 30 years, Span has been assisting people who have been in prison to live healthy, responsible and self-directed lives. Span specializes in handling the unique issues and needs of those who have been incarcerated and would like to live healthy, productive and independent lives. We believe that with the appropriate tools and the ability to use them wisely, people who have been in prison are able to change their lives.

All services in the CTC harm reduction based program are for HIV + men and women who are offenders and ex-offenders. Duties include assisting clients in applying for entitlements, referrals to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment as well as education and other social services. The Case Manager will conduct intake, assessment, risk assessment, and discharge planning and will also place clients in long- and short-term residential substance abuse treatment, transitional programs, and shelters when needed. Short- and long-term housing search and support for clients who are sex offenders is also required. Coordinate services with prisons and jails, program presentations, networking with community providers, special agency projects, and data entry.

The position requires at least weekly entry into multiple county houses of correction, jails, and Massachusetts state prisons to provide services for prisoners who are within 6 months of their wrap up or parole eligibility date. Transporting clients and accompaniments to appointments and from prison to placement is necessary.

REQUIREMENTS

Some college is preferred. Criminal record clearance to enter county houses of correction, jails, and Department of Corrections is needed. A valid driver's license and access to a car are required. Case Management experience is essential with some knowledge of criminal justice, substance abuse and housing resources preferred. Bilingual/ Spanish strongly preferred. This is a full-time, 40 hour per week position that entails some evening work (12-8PM).

BENEFITS

Salary is competitive. Excellent benefits, including 3 weeks vacation, generous time off for holidays, sick days, and personal time. Health insurance includes Harvard Pilgrim (medical), Delta Dental (dental), life insurance and short-term disability. Support for training on-site and off-site is provided.

HOW TO APPLY

Please email cover letter and resume to jcaldwell@spaninc.org

Pregnant Women's Specialist, Institute for Health & Recovery, Cambridge, MA

Pregnant Women's Specialist

Posted on: June 21, 2013
Posted by: Institute for Health and Recovery

DESCRIPTION

The Pregnant Women's Specialist supports IHR's mission to develop a comprehensive continuum of care for individuals, adolescents, and their families who are affected by alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use, mental health problems, and violence/trauma, homelessness and HIV, by coordinating substance use treatment services for pregnant and postpartum women.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain familiarity with state and federal requirements for pregnant women's substance abuse treatment services
• Through telephone screening, determine treatment need and eligibility for pregnant/postpartum women with substance abuse issues
• Perform intakes for pregnant/postpartum women seeking treatment
• With Access Team, maintain up-to-date record of openings in FRT/FSL system
• Match women with openings in FRT/FSL system and other treatment programs, as appropriate
• Maintain and update listings of all programs serving pregnant women
• Provide interim telephone counseling services to pregnant and postpartum women in need of treatment who are unable to be placed immediately
• Refer pregnant/postpartum women to services as needed
• Follow up referrals by calling women to ensure they have been able to access treatment
• Work closely with Helpline to facilitate timely referrals
• Represent IHR in State forums, addressing guidelines for pregnant women's treatment programs
• Monthly, collect and update data from treatment programs regarding current status of pregnant women referred to treatment
• Work with all levels of treatment programs to ensure they have the capacity to respond to referral and treatment requirements
• With Assistant Director, complete collection of data annually for Federal Block Grant Report

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with substance abuse treatment services for pregnant women, and for postpartum women with children up to six months of age
• Bachelor's Degree in human services, or related field, strongly preferred
• Understanding of the Massachusetts treatment system and options for pregnant/postpartum women
• Experience providing telephone counseling to pregnant women seeking treatment
• Familiarity with substance abuse and treatment, particularly family treatment
• Familiarity with child welfare issues, especially as they are affected by substance abuse
• Strong and clear communicator; can work well under pressure
• Excellent writing and reporting skills
• The ability to work as a team player

HOW TO APPLY

Please forward a formal cover letter and resume to:
Human Resources, Institute for Health and Recovery, Inc., 349 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02139 or email (preferred) to hr@healthrecovery.org.

Research Study Coordinator, Public Health Foundation Enterprises, San Francisco, CA

Research Study Coordinator

Posted on: June 7, 2013
Application deadline: July 1, 2013
Posted by: Public Health Foundation Enterprises

SUMMARY

Public Health Foundation Enterprises, Inc. (PHFE) invites applications for the full-time position of Research Study Coordinator in the Substance Use Research Unit, a grant-funded research unit within the San Francisco Department of Public Health. Research in this Unit focuses on the evaluation of behavioral, biological, and pharmacological clinical trials to reduce substance use and HIV risk behaviors. Our close-knit team consists of a Medical Director, Psychologist, Nurse Practitioner, Epidemiologist, Recruitment Coordinator and three Research Associates. http://www.sfhiv.org/research


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Oversee and coordinate intervention trials and evaluation studies, including ensuring that studies are enrolling according to goals; support staff to meet these goals using data-driven problem-solving

• Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) and study specific protocols (SSPs) and ensure adherence of study staff to protocols and the principles of Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
• Provide supervision and training to research staff; ensure that study staff are up-to-date with all training requirements, licenses and certifications
• Oversee, plan for, and problem-solve the data needs of the Unit including creation and modification of Access-based questionnaires, case report forms, and databases
• Create, oversee, and manage the quality control systems for research records and study data
• Independently manage regulatory affairs of the Unit including preparation of IRB submissions for initial review, modification, renewal, and study close-out, as well post-approval IRB reporting
• Facilitate weekly meetings and prepare and present information to regulating agencies such as the Data Safety Monitoring Board (DSMB) and funding agencies such as the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA).
• Supervise and manage consultants and contractors such as text-messaging vendors, electronic medication monitoring systems, compounding pharmacies, and local laboratories
• Problem-solve and manage laboratory issues and supplies; conduct quality control checks of result logs for urine tests, blood tests, and HIV tests
• Contribute to the coordination and writing of grant and manuscript submissions for the Unit
• Plans for unit staffing needs including hiring, training and supervising Research Associates and recruitment staff.
• Supervise research associates and other staff working on pharmacologic studies, provide guidance as a supervisor, conduct regularly scheduled supervisory meetings with supervisees

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

• 3+ years conducting/coordinating studies in public health, medical, substance abuse, or social services fields
• Proven high-level of attention to detail and ability to function independently and perform multiple critical tasks simultaneously under dynamic circumstances and competing deadlines
• Familiarity with research processes including outreach, protocol development, regulatory submissions, and QA monitoring
• Experience writing detailed reports or IRB submissions
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Proficient computer skills including experience with Word, Excel, EndNote and PowerPoint
• Proficiency in data management (MS Access, SQL, Visual Basic) and/or computer coding experience
• Knowledge of HIV prevention and harm reduction principles and experience with diverse communities, particularly communities of color, gay/ lesbian/ bisexual/ transgender communities
• Knowledge of federal and state laws, regulations, policies and procedures related to the protection of human subjects and confidentiality of research records

Education

• Master's in Public Health or other relevant Masters level degree

HOW TO APPLY

Interested individuals should apply at the following URL: https://www.appone.com/MainInfoReq.asp?R_ID=702531 or locate the Research Study Coordinator job posting at http://www.phfe.org/jobs

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.

Program Manager, Crossroads Women's Shelter, Providence, Rhode Island

Program Manager

Posted on: April 29, 2013
Posted by: Crossroads Rhode Island

DESCRIPTION

To oversee the day to day functions of the women's shelter program including staff supervision and support, shelter resident relations, physical condition, and programmatic compliance relating to funders and owners. Ensures that the environment for clients is welcoming, respectful, supportive and trauma informed.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Advocates for the mission of the organization and upholds the agency's values. 
• Ensure the delivery of quality services through clear program procedures and guidelines. 
• Develop and make recommendations on policies and procedures appropriate to the operation of the program. 
• Ensure that such policies are consistent with our mission of treating shelter clients with respect and dignity, understood by all staff and volunteers, and implemented fairly and consistently. 
• Ensure that policies and practices create an environment for clients that are based on trauma informed practices. 
• Ensure that funder and regulatory policies are being complied with and all necessary documentation is complete. 
• Ensure the facility meets quality standards by conducting regular physical inspections, with the Director of Facilities and individually. 
• Ensure the program and facility operates in a safe manner at all times though regular contact with the Director of Safety. 
• Participate in budget planning, track expenses, evaluate costs, and consider ways to conserve on costs. 
• Identify projects for grant requests and collaborate with development staff on budget for projects. 
• Provide clinical oversight and coordination for case management services for all women's shelter guests with Director of Social Services, women's shelter staff, and case advocates to ensure all shelter residents have an active case plan and assist shelter staff with supporting the clients as they work towards their goals. 
• Provide clinical supervision, oversight and guidance to staff on those shelter guests with severe mental illness, chronic substance abuse and other complex needs.
• Plan, develop, and maintain collaborations with social service, medical, and mental health providers that are helpful to our guests and workable for our staff and site. 
• Complete reports and other program administrative duties in a timely manner. 
• Work with Data Evaluation to ensure that HMIS is being utilized in accordance with program requirements, and to formulate effective program measurements and outcomes. 
• Conduct regular supervision with program staff. 
• Recruit BSW/MSW/LMHC student interns to be placed at the women's shelter and provide clinical supervision. 
• Conduct job performance evaluations in a timely manner providing staff with feedback and opportunities for growth and development. 
• Ensure appropriate staff coverage of all shifts. 
• Actively participate in/facilitate staff meetings and training opportunities. 
• Actively participate in the Management team through regularly scheduled meetings and day-to-day activities. 
• Ensure that the programs are at all times in compliance with state and federal laws including in particular, fair housing. 
• Be available and on call for emergencies at program sites. Other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Prefer a Master Degree in social work or related field with clinical experience working with substance abuse, mental illness and individuals with trauma histories. Licensing preferred. Minimum of 3 years of experience working in homeless services with some management experience preferred. Previous experience providing trauma informed care services. Experience working in shelter environment preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Possess the ability to work independently with a high degree of self-motivation and initiative, and as part of a team. 
• Capacity to manage and lead people. 
• Must have good communication skills and be able to identify problems related to personnel management and be able to address them. 
• Ability to develop goals and objectives. 
• Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments. 
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports and correspondence. 
• Ability to communicate effectively one-on-one in person and over the telephone. 
• Knowledge of diverse populations. 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the work environment. 
• Strong computer skills and data entry required. 
• Requires verbal and numerical intelligence. 
• Bilingual with the ability to speak and write Spanish is desirable

HOW TO APPLY

Email: careers@crossroadsri.org

Fax: 401-521-1894

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Fundraising Relations Manager, The Addiction Research and Treatment Corporation, Brooklyn, NY

Fundraising Relations Manager

Posted on: April 29, 2013
Posted by: The Addiction Research and Treatment Corporation

DESCRIPTION

The Addiction Research and Treatment Corporation (ARTC) was organized in 1969 to address the unique problems of hard-core inner city substance users and adolescents with mental health disorders. ARTC is a not-for-profit organization, licensed by the New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuses and the New York State Department of Health. ARTC is expeditiously moving in the direction of expanding its services and diversifying its funding streams through planned giving instruments and being able to cultivate a donor to the point of securing a significant gift.

This is an exciting and unique opportunity for a Fundraising Relations Manager to be a part of a growing development department from the ground up. This very visible position is about connecting with people, being a conduit between the organization and the people or cause the corporation serves.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Strong track record in foundation fundraising with demonstrated ability to
• Research prospects
• Build a relationship with each
• Submit appropriate winning proposals

• Experience in managing the relationship building and application submissions needed to obtain City Council, individual Council member and individual Borough President grants.
• Can build and oversee a successful "signature" special event annually.
• Proven track record in working with existing corporate and individual donors
• Initiate and manage an annual appeal.
• Provide oversight and leadership to a small development staff.
• Ability to discuss ARTC's resources, projects and programs
• Promote and support respectful positive attitudes
• Work closely with CEO to develop annual strategies and manage those initiatives throughout the year.
• Prepare work plans, budgets and forecasts related to all fundraising activities.

EXPERIENCE

• 6 years related experience in grant writing and fundraising.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Knowledge of grant development, proposals, applications and administration as well as basic fundraising techniques and strategies
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Strong written communication skills; proposal writing and research
• Attention to detail
• Strong editing skills
• All candidates must be computer-literate and must become competent in computerized programs such as Microsoft Office.
• Comfortable cultivating and soliciting prospects at all levels.

ARTC offers an excellent starting salary and comprehensive benefits including medical and dental insurance, paid holidays, personal, sick and vacation time, life insurance, pension and favorable work schedule.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please forward resume to the Human Resources Department at jobs@artcny.org or fax to (718) 522-2916, attention Stacey Mohammed. Please include the position title in the subject line of the email.