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Columbus House, Inc. Job Posting: Full Time (32 hours/week), FLSA Non-Exempt, Non-Essential Employment Specialist

VEVRAA Federal Contractor: Priority Referrals of Protected Veterans Requested

Company Overview and Mission Columbus House opened its doors in 1982 to provide services for men and women at least 18 years of age. Our goals quickly broadened from the mere provision?of food and shelter and simple survival, to understanding and working toward overcoming the problems which cause people to become homeless.

Columbus House, along with its core of loyal supporters, friends, and volunteers, has remained committed to fulfilling its mission:?"To serve people experiencing homelessness or at imminent risk by providing life-saving outreach, shelter and housing and by fostering their personal growth and independence. We advocate for and create affordable housing to end homelessness in our communities."

Purpose Under the direction of the Employment and Benefits Manager, the Employment Specialist helps clients to obtain employment and further their career. The Employment Specialist will seek to engage potential employers to assist individuals to obtain and retain employment. The Employment Specialist works directly with the client, his or her support team, the American Job Centers, and local businesses in the greater New Haven, Hartford, and Middlesex areas. The Employment Specialist works to empower consumers to reach financial independence by imparting relevant skills as necessary.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Associates degree and 2-3 years experience in job development.
• Responsible and reliable, able to conduct oneself professionally while maintaining client confidentiality and respecting proper relationship boundaries
• Demonstrated history of cultural sensitivity and knowledge of and respect for persons suffering from mental health and substance use disorders.
• Knowledge of community support systems and resources. Knowledge of potential employers in the Greater Hartford, and Middlesex areas.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with a deadline-oriented mindset.
• Strong written and oral communication skills employing the English language. Proficient in Microsoft Office and other common desktop applications.
• Able to work with diverse populations.
• Sound judgment and decision-making ability.
• Crisis intervention skills, boundaries, confidentiality, universal precautions, harm reduction, strong empathetic skills.
• Possessed of a strong desire to promote equal access and opportunity for homeless persons and those with disabilities.
• Familiar with mental health, substance abuse and dual diagnosis issues and dynamics.
• Ability to collaborate successfully with others. Able to meet all documentation requirements. Must be able to multitask.
• Valid drivers license with a good driving history.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist clients with securing employment opportunities
• Aggressively and innovatively pursue the development of additional employment solutions
• Coordinate the use of employment assistance programs. Coordinate with area employers conducting job development and placement opportunities for homeless individuals/ we also serve individuals who are housed (PSH), or at risk of becoming homeless
• Provide outreach, assessment, intakes and follow up services to enhance employment and retention for three months
• Educate clients on how to use community supports for future employment needs
• Managing a caseload of 40 unduplicated clients per annum, with 15 job placements.
• Attend regularly scheduled supervision, team or staff meetings as requested
• Monitor all cases assigned and complete all documentation/charting required
• Assist with the delivery of the Employment Enrichment Center Groups as assigned
• Maintain strict confidentiality concerning both pr gram applicants and accepted clients while carrying out all duties.
• Other related duties as assigned

Supervised by:Employment and Benefits Manager Salary Range:$25.50 to $27.50 per hour plus excellent benefits Schedule:Tuesday- Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision benefits are offered along with other additional voluntary coverages with full time employment
• 401 K retirement plan with employer matching contribution
• Paid time off
• 10paid holidays

Please send your resume and a cover letter to Human Resources Generalist, Columbus House Inc., 586 Ella Grasso Boulevard P.O. Box 7093, New Haven CT. 06519 or fax to 203-773-1430 or email to[hr@columbushouse.org]{target="_blank"}or apply at www.columbushouse.org

Equal Opportunity Employer: Women, Minorities, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities