At Prudence Crandall Center, we strive to create a place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, to stay and do their best work. We pride ourselves on helping individuals achieve lives free of domestic violence and we know our agency runs on the hard work and dedication of our passionate and creative employees.

The Housing and Career Coordinator is responsible for providing:

• Services that are trauma-informed, resiliency-focused and rebuild self-esteem
• Advocating for clients regarding housing and employment needs and challenges
• Options that lead to a safe, stable home for survivors and their children
• Case management that supports efforts to increase income and self-sufficiency
• Collaboration within the team, across the agency and with key community organizations
• Impact updates and reports shared during team meetings and with funders.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree preferred; relevant experience will be considered in lieu of a degree;

· Preference given to Bilingual candidates (Spanish & English)

· Two years’ experience in a vocational counseling, job training, or job development setting

· Client advocacy and counseling and/or case management experience

· Self-motivated, creative, and detail-oriented

· Ability to meet deadlines

· Professional demeanor with strong interpersonal and communication skills

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team

· Ability to accept responsibility for actions and follow through with assignments

· Experience or interest in women's issues, domestic violence, and residential programs

· Willingness to fully support the mission of the organization is essential

Local travel necessary, reliable transportation required.

Primary Responsibilities:

· Provide services that are client-centered, trauma-informed, and empowerment-based

· Ensure client confidentiality is followed per the organization’s Confidentiality policy

· Ensure compliance with funding requirements, contracts and the organization’s policies and procedures

· Work collaboratively with staff and other community stakeholders to address client needs

· Maintain a client caseload including:

o Advocacy, support, counseling, crisis intervention, case management, and information/referrals

o Developing individual safety plans and goals with clients

o Career development (resume writing, job skills, budgeting, and more)

· Create a culture that values living wage employment and/or educational advancement:

o Partner with clients to identify, reduce, and mitigate barriers to employment

o Assess individual’seducation, work experience, skills, abilities, qualifications, and interests

o Assist clients with career development and implementation of their plan

o Refer and connect clients with available educational services and resources, job preparation/readiness services, job training services, and/or employment opportunities

· Community Engagement:

o Work closely with community partners and existing resources to assist clients on their path to self-sufficiency

o Maintain collaborative relationships with educational and career training institutions

o Maintain an awareness of local job market

o Post available job opportunities via our internal bulletin board

o Conduct workshops and outreach activities as needed

General and Related Responsibilities:

· Assist in additional agency operations as requested

· Actively participate in staff trainings and meetings

· Acquire and maintain certification as a Domestic Violence Counselor

· Represent PCC at community meetings as requested

· Attend CCADV meetings/trainings as required

· Assist in fundraising and community awareness activities and agency functions

· Record and compile statistics as required

· Perform related duties as required and/or deemed necessary

This position is full-time and is non-exempt from the provisions of wage/hour laws. The position reports to the Director of Residential Services. Some evening and weekend hours may be required to meet the needs of the agency.

Prudence Crandall Center, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All employment is at will and no employment contract shall be construed from any action, document or statement of the employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $43,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• vocational counseling: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• New Britain, CT 06053: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person