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Job Title:                                       Housing Advocate (PSH Program)

Job Location:                               Woonsocket, RI

Reports To:                                 Manager of Supportive Housing

Compensation:                          Full-time (37.5 hours per week); $25-$26 an hour depending on experience and language skills, with benefits that include health/dental insurance, paid holidays, accrued vacation/sick/personal time, an Employee Assistance Plan, and a 401(k) plan with employer match.

About Us:   Sojourner House is a comprehensive domestic violence and sexual assault agency that provides residential, educational, and community-based interventions to families and individuals impacted by abuse.  We have offices in Providence and Woonsocket, and programs that operate statewide.  Our goal is to help our clients rebuild their lives, piece by piece, through a variety of services. All of our programs work from the premise that violence is an unacceptable means to solving interpersonal conflict, and we encourage only non-violent methods of working out conflicts.

 BASIC FUNCTION:  The Housing Advocate (PSH Program) is responsible for helping to execute the different components of Sojourner House’s housing program and provide support to Sojourner House’s larger residential team as well.  The Advocate will primarily provide direct services and programming to clients in our permanent supportive housing programs. Our Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) program houses chronically homeless individuals who are disabled, which includes those with mental health and substance use diagnoses. Some of these clients need assistance with overcoming barriers to attend to daily living skills through education and support.  The Advocate will also provide back-up advocacy support to shelter clients. The Advocate will work alongside other staff of the Housing Program to provide clients with support and empowerment as they seek to rebuild their lives.

 

PRINCIPAL JOB DUTIES:

 

Provide individual case management services to clients in Sojourner House’s Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) program.  This includes assessment of the client’s needs using Housing First Model and Trauma-Informed Care, weekly 1:1 meetings and in-person visits to their apartment.  Develop action plans with clients that outline goals related to housing stability, education, employment, child care and benefit acquisition.  Assist clients in obtaining appropriate substance abuse, mental health, and/or medical services as needed.

 

Provide supportive services to individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges, utilizing a housing first , person-centered and recovery-oriented approach. Participate in team meetings and case conferences to discuss client progress and plan therapy.

 

Assist with housing clinics that are held regularly in Providence, Woonsocket, Central Falls, and West Warwick.

 

Develop and implement programming to benefit clients in the housing program, which can include units statewide.  At a minimum, the advocate will facilitate 1-2 support groups, meetings and/or programs per week that will benefit housing clients and other community members.  The advocate will regularly assess the needs of Sojourner House’s housing clients and offer programs reflective of those needs.

 

Working withthe Child and Adolescent Clinician to coordinate children’s services and make referrals as necessary for permanent supportive housing families with minor children, which may include but are not limited to:  enrollment in the local school system, art expressive therapy groups, tutoring sessions, play groups, field trips, after school, recreational and enrichment activities, child care and mental health programs.

 

Answer phone calls, conduct intakes of new clients, and provide referrals and information to potential housing clients.

 

Provide advocacy and coverage as needed at Sojourner House’s office in  Woonsocket.

 

Provide shelter coverage when needed at Sojourner House’s emergency shelter(s).

 

Monitor and implement housing policies and ensure that residents follow these rules and procedures by creating an environment of trust and community.

 

Complete data entry and submit necessary reports as required for grant compliance.

 

Help in the collection of rent from clients in  permanent supportive housing programs.

 

Address the maintenance needs of housing units as needed.  This may include communication with landlords and property management companies to provide repairs.

 

Stay abreast of RI community housing issues by building and maintaining relationships with housing and social service agencies in Providence, northern Rhode Island, and throughout the state.

 

Prepare and deliver community presentations in Rhode Island on issues related to domestic violence and housing when requested.

 

Support Sojourner House’s philosophy of client empowerment and respect for individual choices.

 

Work as necessary with other residential advocates to help supervise volunteers.

 

Perform other duties as requested by the Manager of Supportive Housing and/or the Sojourner House management team.

 

EDUCATION:  Bachelor’s Degree in social work, psychology or related field preferred

 

EXPERIENCE AND SPECIAL SKILLS:          

 

·       A minimum of two to three years’ experience in human or social services

 

·       3– 4 years of experience providing mental health or substance use/harm reduction services

 

·       Experience working with a Housing First model is strongly preferred

 

·       Familiarity with domestic violence and/or gender issues

 

·       Must be organized and demonstrate superior leadership skills

 

·       Proficiency in Spanish is preferred, but not required

 

·       Computer literacy (Word, Excel, Google Workspace, and general Internet skills)

 

·       Familiarity working with individuals from different cultures and backgrounds

 

·       Experience developing and delivering community presentations

 

·       A demonstrated familiarity with LGBTQ, HIV/AIDS, mental health, and/or substance abuse populations

 

·       Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle in order to facilitate travel between agency locations and for client visits

 

·       Comfort working individually and in teams

 

·       Innovative thinking to approaching issues of poverty and service delivery

 

·       Familiarity with social service services in Rhode Island

 

·       Applicant must pass a background check

 

·       Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evening hours as needed.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

 

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made as necessary.

 

·        Regularly required to stand; sit; walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands; and talk or hear

·        The employee must be able to carry objects weighing 10 – 25 pounds occasionally

·        Frequently required to walk and climb several sets of stairs

·        Must be able to drive; frequent travel to other locations such as potential rental units within the community and local region

·        The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and the environment is sometimes chaotic

 

 

TO APPLY:  Please send a resume, cover letter, and list of 3 references to resumes@sojournerri.org with the subject line “Housing Advocate PSH”.  No phone calls, please.  Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and early submissions are encouraged. 

 

Sojourner House is an equal opportunity employer.All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

 

To learn more about Sojourner House, please visit our website:  www.sojournerri.org.

Position Title:  Housing Navigator

Reports To:  Property & Rental Assistance Program Manager

Location:  Providence and Woonsocket, RI

Schedule: Full-time, 37.50 hours per week

Compensation: $25 an hour, with benefits that include health/dental insurance, life and long-term disability insurance, paid holidays, accrued vacation/sick/personal time, an Employee Assistance Plan, and a 401(k) plan.

 

Basic Function: Responsibilities of the Housing Navigator include researching and identifying available affordable housing options and establishing strong relationships with potential landlords, housing authorities and management companies. Assist with resolving housing issues for tenants in Sojourner House owned properties  as well as landlords we partner with.  In addition, the Housing Navigator will assist with the following tasks for Sojourner House owned properties:  move-in, lease up, tracking of rent payments, inspections and resolving housing issues with tenants. As needed, the Housing Navigator will assist housing leadership with Medicaid Home Stabilization prior authorizations.

 

Principal Job Duties:

●       Research and locate area landlords for properties and leasing opportunities of units for predominantly Permanent Supportive Housing and Bridge Rapid Rehousing programs .

●       Meet with landlords, obtain documentation as needed, complete inspection of units.  Obtain lease, keys and contact information for units.

●       Work with landlords and Operations staff to follow up on issues with rental payments, delinquencies, maintenance and renewals for units.

●       Complete Move-In process – application processing, lease preparation, renters education.  Assist with the location of donated furniture and household items as needed.

●       Complete new client intake paperwork and annual recertifications as necessary.

●       Conduct routine property inspections in accordance with appropriate funding requirements, lease-ups, ensure the landlord is receiving rent payments from both client and Sojourner House, and address program non-compliance issues and evictions as required by Fair Housing standards.

●       Conduct quarterly file reviews for rental assistance compliance.

●       Communicate with housing advocates and landlords to navigate client crisis situations for continuity of care.

●       Work with Housing Leadership to track and submit Medicaid Housing Stabilization prior authorizations as needed.

●       Attend, prepare and actively participate in all Sojourner House required training and/or staff meetings within the building or other training facility. This may include an assignment, preparing an agenda or engaging in problem solving and procedures.

●       Monitor and implement housing policies, and ensure that residents follow these rules and procedures by creating an environment of trust and community.

●       Complete data entry and submit necessary reports as required for grant compliance.

●       Stay abreast of RI community housing issues by building and maintaining relationships with housing and social service agencies throughout the state.

●       Support Sojourner House’s philosophy of client empowerment and respect for individual choices.

●       Perform other duties as requested by the supervisor and/or the Sojourner House management team.

 

Education:

●       A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is preferred.

 

Experience and Special Skills:

 

●       Familiarity working with domestic violence and/or gender issues is a plus

●       Excellent verbal and written communication skills

●       Proficiency in Spanish is preferred, but not required

●       Acute attention to detail

●       Proficiency with Google Workspace and/or Microsoft office and good internet search skills

●       Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and workflow

●       Strong interpersonal skills

●       Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions

●       Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels

●       Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions

●       Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees

●       Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities

●       Valid drivers license and a reliable vehicle is required in order to facilitate traveling to properties and between agency locations

●       Applicant must pass a background check prior to starting work, if offered the position

 

Physical Demands:

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made as necessary.

●       Regularly required to stand; sit; walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands; and talk or hear

●       The employee must be able to carry objects weighing 10 – 25 pounds occasionally

●       Frequently required to walk and climb several sets of stairs

●       Must be able to drive; frequent travel to other locations such as potential rental units within the community and local region

●       The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and the environment is sometimes chaotic

 

To Apply:  Please send a resume, cover letter, and list of three professional/work references to resumes@sojournerri.org with “Housing Navigator” in the subject line.  Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submission of materials is encouraged.  No phone calls, please. 

 

Sojourner House is an equal opportunity employer. Sojourner House is an equal opportunity employer.All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

 

To learn more about Sojourner House, please visit our website:  www.sojournerri.org.

 

 

Job Title:         Transitional -Age Youth Housing Coordinator

Job Location: Providence Housing Office

Reports to:     Director of Housing Stabilization 

Position:         Full-time, nonexempt (37.5 hours per week)

Compensation:$26 to $28 an hour, depending on experience, with benefits that include health/dental insurance, 15 paid holidays, accrued vacation/sick/personal time, an Employee Assistance Plan, and a 401(k) plan with employer match

 

ABOUT US:Sojourner House is a comprehensive domestic violence and sexual assault agency that provides residential, educational, and community-based interventions to families and individuals impacted by abuse.  We have offices in Providence and Woonsocket, and programs that operate statewide.  Our goal is to help our clients rebuild their lives, through a variety of services. All of our programs work from the premise that violence is an unacceptable means to solving interpersonal conflict, and we encourage only non-violent methods of working out conflicts.

 

BASIC FUNCTION:   Working with the Housing Team and the larger residential program, the Coordinator will provide direct services and programming to Transitional Age Youth (TAY) in Crisis Housing and Rapid Rehousing clients. Transitional Age Youth are typically between the ages of 18 to 24 and are navigating complex processes as they navigate from adolescence to adulthood, usually without parental support. The Coordinator will shape, organize, and monitor the TAY program, take ownership of relationships with external partners, and lead special initiatives. They will also work alongside other staff of the Residential Housing Program to provide clients with support and empowerment as they seek to rebuild their lives.

 

PRINCIPAL JOB DUTIES:

·       Develop, implement, and refine service plans and programming tailored for Sojourner House transitional-age youth (18–24).

·       Coordinate referrals and partnerships with external providers (housing, education, employment, healthcare, etc.) and serve as the main liaison for those collaborations.

·       Track and monitor youth program outcomes; prepare reports for internal use and funders.

·       Provide advanced case management for youth with complex needs, ensuring trauma-informed and culturally competent practices.in Sojourner House’s Youth Crisis Housing, Youth shared Transitional Housing, and Youth Rapid-Rehousing programs.  This includes weekly 1:1 meetings, regular phone check-ins, and periodic visits to their apartment.  Develop action plans with clients that outline goals related to education, employment, child care and maintaining housing.  Assist clients in obtaining appropriate substance abuse, mental health, and/or medical services as needed.

·       Develop and implement programming to benefit clients in the housing programs, which can include units statewide.  At a minimum, the Coordinator will facilitate 1-2 support groups, workshops, or life-skills training sessions per week that will benefit Youth housing clients and other community members.  The Coordinator will regularly assess the needs of Sojourner House’s TAY housing clients and offer programs reflective of those needs.

·       Organize and lead youth advisory boards or feedback sessions to inform program development.
Develop resources (handbooks, guides, curricula) that support youth in achieving independence.

·       Working with the Family and Child Clinician, and School Based Advocates, coordinate children’s services and make referrals as necessary for families with minor children, which may include but are not limited to:  enrollment in the local school system, art expressive therapy groups, tutoring sessions, play groups, field trips, after school, recreational and enrichment activities, child care and mental health programs.

·       Answer phone calls, conduct intakes of new clients, and provide referrals and information to potential housing clients.

·       Provide shelter coverage when needed at Sojourner House’s emergency shelter(s).

·       Monitor and implement crisis, transitional housing and rapid re-housing policies and ensure that residents follow these rules and procedures by creating an environment of trust and community.

·       Complete data entry and submit necessary reports as required for grant compliance.

·       Address the maintenance needs of housing units as needed.  This may include communication with landlords and property management companies to provide repairs.

·       Provide support to clients in Sojourner House’s Youth Housing Program, including occasional flexibility with work hours to accommodate clients’ schedules and needs. Stay abreast of RI community housing and TAY-related advocacy issues by building and maintaining relationships with housing and social service agencies in Providence, northern Rhode Island, and throughout the state.

·       Prepare and deliver community presentations in Rhode Island on issues related to domestic violence, youth, and housing when requested.

·       Support Sojourner House’s philosophy of client empowerment and respect for individual choices.

·       Work as necessary with the Volunteer Manager to help supervise volunteers. Provide guidance, training, and consultation to entry-level staff, interns, or volunteers.

·       Perform other duties as requested by the Sojourner House management team.

 

EDUCATION:  Bachelor’s Degree in social work, psychology or related field preferred

 

EXPERIENCE AND SPECIAL SKILLS:    

 

·       Minimum 2–3 years of direct case management experience, ideally with youth/young adults or trauma-impacted populations.

·       Demonstrated experience coordinating across multiple systems (housing, education, employment, healthcare, juvenile justice).

·       Strong understanding of adolescent and young adult development, including transitional challenges.

·       Experience with program coordination or development (e.g., running groups, creating resources, liaising with partners).

·       Strong organizational skills, including data management and reporting.

·       Ability to lead projects or initiatives independently.

·       Cultural humility and experience working with diverse populations.

·       Familiarity with domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking

·       Familiarity and/or experience with youth homelessness or housing insecurity

·       Must be organized and demonstrate superior leadership skills

·       Proficiency in Spanish is preferred

·       Computer literacy (Google Workspace, Word, Excel, and general Internet skills)

·       Familiarity working with individuals from different cultures and backgrounds

·       Experience developing and delivering community presentations

·       A demonstrated familiarity with youth, LGBTQ+, HIV/AIDS, mental health, and/or substance abuse populations

·       A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle to facilitate traveling between the agency’s multiple locations

·       Comfort working individually and in teams

·       Innovative thinking to approaching issues of poverty and service delivery

·       Familiarity with social service services in Rhode Island

·       Applicant must pass a background check

·       Ability to work a flexible schedule, including one night a week and occasionally one weekend day.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made as necessary.

 

·        Regularly required to stand; sit; walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands; and talk or hear

·        The employee must be able to carry objects weighing 10 – 25 pounds occasionally

·        Frequently required to walk and climb several sets of stairs

·        Must be able to drive; frequent travel to other locations within the community and local region

·        The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and the environment is sometimes chaotic

 

TO APPLY:  Please send a resume, cover letter, and list of 3 professional references to resumes@sojournerri.org with the subject line “TAY Housing Coordinator” or by mail to Sojourner House, Attn: HR Department, 386 Smith Street, Providence, RI 02908. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, so early submissions are encouraged.  No phone calls, please. 

 

Sojourner House is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. To learn more about Sojourner House, please visit www.sojournerri.org. 

 

Job Title:       Domestic Violence CARE Advocate (Coordinated Assessment Referral and Engagement)

Job Location:  Providence               

 

Reports to:     CARE Team Director

 

Status:            Full-time (37.5 hours per week), nonexempt;

 

Salary:           $25 to $26 an hour, depending on experience, with benefits that include health/dental insurance, paid holidays, accrued vacation/sick/personal time, an Employee Assistance Plan, and a 401(k) plan.

 

ABOUT US: Sojourner House is a comprehensive domestic violence and sexual assault agency that provides residential, educational, and community-based interventions to families and individuals impacted by abuse.  We have offices in Providence and Woonsocket, and programs that operate statewide.  Our goal is to help our clients rebuild their lives, piece by piece, through a variety of services. All of our programs work from the premise that violence is an unacceptable means to solving interpersonal conflict, and we encourage only non-violent methods of working out conflicts.

 

BASIC FUNCTION:  Responsible for working in partnership with RI Coalition to End Homelessness (RICEH) to help survivors access Domestic Violence Coordinated Entry System (CES). Working in collaboration with Sojourner House programs and community partners, the DV CARE Advocate will provide direct services aimed to stabilize and house survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking.

 

PRINCIPAL JOB DUTIES:

 

●      Work with DV CARE Coordinator to maintain the Domestic Violence Coordinated Entry System list.

●      Attend meetings and committees for the domestic violence CES program (e.g. case conferencing, housing matching meetings, etc.).

●      Answer phone calls, conduct intakes of new clients, and provide referrals and information to potential housing and shelter clients.

●      Conduct Housing Problem-Solving conversations, housing assessments and crisis assessments with clients who meet HUD homelessness criteria.

●      Support clients in creating and making progress on housing plans including goals such as gaining sustainable housing placements, income, public benefits, etc.

●      Assist in facilitating Sojourner House’s housing clinics for survivors across four (4) communities, as well as other ad hoc housing clinic events.

●      Complete data entry and submit necessary reports as required for grant compliance.

●      Stay abreast of RI community housing and shelter issues by building and maintaining relationships with housing and social service agencies in Providence, northern Rhode Island, and throughout the state.

●      Support Sojourner House’s philosophy of client empowerment and respect for individual choices.

●      Work as necessary with the Volunteer Coordinator to help supervise volunteers.

●      Perform other duties as requested by the Sojourner House management team.

 

EDUCATION:  Bachelor’s Degree in social work, psychology, or related field preferred or a minimum of 2-3 years experience.

 

EXPERIENCE AND SPECIAL SKILLS:            

 

●      A minimum of two to three years experience in human or social services

●      Familiarity with domestic violence and/or gender issues

●      Must be organized and demonstrate superior leadership skills

●      Proficiency in Spanish is preferred

●      Computer literacy (Word, Excel, and general Internet skills)

●      Familiarity working with individuals from different cultures and backgrounds

●      Experience developing and delivering community presentations

●      A demonstrated familiarity with LGBTQ+, HIV/AIDS, mental health, and/or substance abuse populations

●      Valid drivers licenses and a reliable vehicle in order to facilitate traveling between the agency’s multiple locations

●      Comfort working individually and in teams

●      Innovative thinking to approaching issues of poverty and service delivery

●      Familiarity with social service services in Rhode Island

●      Applicant must pass a BCI check

●      Ability to work a flexible schedule, including one night a week and occasionally one weekend day.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made as necessary.

 

·       Regularly required to stand; sit; walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands; and talk or hear

·       The employee must be able to carry objects weighing 10 – 25 pounds occasionally

·       Frequently required to walk and climb several sets of stairs

·       Must be able to drive; frequent travel to other locations within the community and local region

·       The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and the environment is sometimes chaotic

 

 

TO APPLY:  Please send a resume, cover letter, and list of 3 professional references to resumes@sojournerri.org with the subject line “DV CARE Advocate” or by mail to Sojourner House, Attn: HR Department/CARE Advocate, 386 Smith Street, Providence, RI 02908. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, so early submissions are encouraged.  No phone calls, please. 

 

Sojourner House is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. To learn more about Sojourner House, please visit www.sojournerri.org.