Elmwood Shelter Services Provider at Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity

Burlington, Vermont, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

10 Jun, 26

Salary

31.94

Posted On

12 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Case Management, Advocacy, Housing Assistance, Resource Navigation, Community Building, Database Entry, Office Technology, Trauma-Informed Care, Recovery-Oriented Systems Of Care, Harm Reduction, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Bilingual Abilities, Driving

Industry

Civic and Social Organizations

Description

Description The Elmwood Shelter Services Provider will provide comprehensive housing case management services to individuals experiencing homelessness and living at the Elmwood Shelter, with a focus on supporting those with complex needs. Advocate on behalf of clients with local social service agencies, landlords, and funding sources to facilitate access to housing and essential resources. Assist residents with attending critical appointments and navigating community services. Develop and coordinate community-building within the shelter to foster engagement, stability, and supportive living environment. Please view our full job description: Elmwood Shelter Services Provider Requirements Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline plus two years of community service experience or combination of education and experience from which comparable skills and knowledge have been acquired. Experience with database entry and office technology. Commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment Knowledge of homelessness, recovery, housing resources, and best practices in integrated care (e.g. trauma-informed care, recovery-oriented systems of care, harm reduction) Effective verbal and written communication skills required bilingual abilities are a plus. Clean driving records, valid driver’s license, and access to reliable private transportation must be maintained and ability and willingness to travel within the CVOEO service area. Ability to uphold health and safety standards. When you come to work for CVOEO you're getting so much more than a paycheck! We offer a great working environment and an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and vision insurance, paid holidays, generous time off, a retirement plan and discounted gym membership. Interested in working with us? Please submit a cover letter and resume with your application. We are an inclusive organization that embraces all people. CVOEO is interested in candidates who can contribute to our organizational and community inclusion. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further the goal of inclusion at the organizational and community level. Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until suitable applicants are found. We’re one of the Best Places to Work in Vermont! Join us to find out why!

Responsibilities

The provider will deliver comprehensive housing case management services to homeless individuals at the Elmwood Shelter, focusing on complex needs, and advocate for clients to access housing and resources. They will also assist residents with appointments and coordinate community-building activities within the shelter to promote stability.