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Assistant Program Coordinator - Hospitality Center

CHD Careers
Full-time
On-site
Waterbury, Connecticut, United States

The Assistant Program Coordinator helps oversee the day to day operations of The Hospitality Center. They also help assure that the center is able to provide homeless people seeking assistance the necessary tools to accomplish their goals. The Assistant Program Coordinator will help maintain a schedule of operations within the center including but not limited to hours of operation, use of equipment and supplies as well as a schedule of external support providers that may be able to further the individuals’ attempts to end their homelessness. They will help oversee the volunteers helping out at the center and will be available to take on the responsibilities of The Program Coordinator in their absence.


Responsibilities:



  • Trains and oversees all volunteers working at The Hospitality Center

  • Participates in and helps oversee daily activities including: opening and closing the center, scheduling and use of laundry & showering facilities, scheduling on sight activities including on sight presentations by collaborating agencies and assuring a clean and safe environment for the center’s guests, volunteers and staff

  • Assists in providing linkages for homeless individuals within the community

  • Helps design, promote and participate in activities and events that promote empowerment and recovery

  • Providing continued support and advocacy for homeless individuals and their families


Requirements: 



  • BA/BS Degree in Mental Health related field preferred

  • HS Diploma or GED required

  • Two years in a human service organization preferred

  • Two years experience working with adults with severe and prolonged mental illness and/or two years experience working with people in recovery and/or personal experience with both


Salary:


Starting at $20.00 an hour