What are the responsibilities and job description for the Case Manager / Housing Specialist position at Prudence Crandall Center?
Make a lasting and meaningful difference with one of CT’s exemplary nonprofits in the lives of adults and children who are rebuilding their lives after impacts of domestic violence.
Join a team that is committed to providing case management services that are trauma-informed, resiliency-focused and that rebuild self-esteem for survivors of domestic violence. Help survivors access housing options that lead to safe, stable homes, increase income and self-sufficiency.
What makes PCC a great place to work? A leadership team that’s passionate about:
* Listening to needs and concerns.
* Empowering and building resilience through training and development.
* Ensuring a compassionate and family-friendly environment – work/life balance is strongly supported.
About Prudence Crandall Center
Renowned and highly respected for its positive impacts and continual growth, since 1973 Prudence Crandall Center provides a safe haven for victims of domestic violence in CT. Through their continuum of services, PCC impacted 9,900 adults and children in 2022… and they’re expanding due to a progressive leadership team, committed and highly competent staff, and strong community support.
Highly praised and well thought of by community and government leaders, like the congressional delegate who recently remarked that, “If you haven’t been inside this building, it is so incredibly impressive…I was blown away.” And a local Mayor stated, “People think it is just a shelter…it’s so much more.” A community leader remarked, “I’m honored to work beside them every day. They are the true heroes.”
What is PCC focusing on? Continuing to grow, including expansion and enhancement of housing services and children’s advocacy programs. And, continuing their DEIB journey to ensure inclusiveness and sense of belonging for all of their staff and those they support.
Who are we looking for? A well-organized and skilled professional with:
· Strong knowledge of case management in a housing or homeless program;
· Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
· Willingness to learn how to navigate multiple systems including housing, health, employment, substance use disorder treatment and government benefits;
· Preferred experience with client databases specifically ETO, Salesforce and/or CaseWorthy;
· Ability to locate affordable housing;
· Ability to create reports;
· Ability to collaborate with a variety of people within and outside the organization;
· Strong communications skills with the ability to work with diverse groups of individuals including stakeholder engagement;
· Good computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook);
· Takes initiative and/or independent action to ensure work responsibilities are carried out fully and timely;
· Reliable ability to travel locally;
· Bachelor’s degree preferred; relevant experience will be considered in lieu of a degree;
· Strong preference given to bilingual (Spanish & English) candidates.
EEO employer: Prudence Crandall is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $43,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- client database: 1 year (Preferred)
- case management in a housing/homeless program: 1 year (Required)
- affordable housing: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $43,000