CAREERS

Qualifications:

• Six months experience in a residential program, social service agency, correctional or security work.
• The ability to work well with staff, residents’, and members of outside agencies.
• Must be able to carry out duties with minimal supervision
• A valid Connecticut State Driver’s License and proper insurance are required.
• This position has no set schedule. A per-diem employee will be contacted when a full or part-time staff is unable to work his or her shift.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Monitor residents’ location within and outside the facility.
• Conduct rounds when instructed.
• Monitor residents’ exit and entrance into the facility.
• Conduct a proper "pat down" search on all entering residents.
• Monitor residents conduct and compliance to program rules.
• Inspect rooms for cleanliness.
• Conduct a proper room search when instructed.
• Collect urine samples when instructed.
• Complete written reports as required.
• Attend scheduled meetings and trainings.
• Transport residents in agency vehicles.
• Monitor resident’s medication as instructed.
• Perform other duties as required but not limited to...

Accountability: 

Will report to the Program Director or Senior Staff.

Job Title: Facilities Maintenance Supervisor

Job Summary:

The Facilities Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the agency’s maintenance crew to ensure timely completion of routine building maintenance tasks. This role includes supervising maintenance activities, performing general repairs, and ensuring a clean and safe environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate maintenance staff to complete daily tasks.

• Perform painting, remodeling, and refurbishing as needed.

• Repair, maintain, and monitor all facility equipment as needed

• Clean windows, glass doors, and common areas as needed

• Replace HVAC filters as required.

• Prepare classrooms and other spaces for events.

• Assist with agency events setup and breakdown

• Manage proper disposal of recyclable materials.

• Replace interior and exterior light bulbs as needed.

• Prepare resident rooms and apartments.

• Provide on-call maintenance support for all facilities.

• Conduct routine office and building cleanings.

• Maintain exterior properties, including snow removal.

• Handle daily trash removal, restroom cleaning, restocking, sweeping, vacuuming, and mopping.

• Clean and disinfect tables, counters, handrails, entryways, and bathrooms.

• Remove graffiti, polish floors, perform elevator maintenance, and empty cigarette receptacles as needed.

• Perform minor carpentry, plumbing, and electrical repairs.

• Work flexible hours as needed.

• Travel to agency sites in Poughkeepsie, NY as needed

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Minimum of two years of supervisory experience.

• At least three years of experience in building maintenance.

• Basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and carpentry work.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Customer service-oriented approach.

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and computer literate.

• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record and reliable transportation.

Job Type:

• Full-time Position, Salary depending on experience

Benefits:

• 403(b) retirement plan

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Paid life insurance

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and personal time off

Schedule:

• 8-hour shifts (Day shift, may be required to work other shifts as needed)

• Monday – Friday

• Weekend availability as needed

Job description

Position Description:

The Facilities Maintenance Handyman is responsible for performing routine building maintenance tasks. and also performs general cleaning and other tasks as assigned.

This full-time, non-exempt hourly position reports to the Facilities Manager.

Key Job Responsibilities:

Paint, remodel, and refurbish areas as needed

Repair, maintain/monitor all equipment and amenities

Clean windows and glass doors

Change of all filters for HVAC as required

Prepare classrooms for incoming classes; remove or rearrange furniture for events or classes, as needed.

Remove and properly dispose of all recyclable materials

Change light bulbs, interior and exterior, as needed

Prepare all residence rooms and apartments as needed

On-call maintenance for all facilities,

Provides office/building cleaning

Maintain exterior property, including snow removal

Assist with all Career Fairs and Events installations and removals

Daily trash removal, restocking/cleaning restrooms, sweeping/mopping/vacuuming, cleaning/disinfecting tables and counters, cleaning exterior entryways and cigarette receptacles, graffiti removal, cleaning/polishing/floor maintenance for elevators, cleaning/disinfecting community surfaces (handrails, water fountains, vending machines, etc.)

Candidate must have knowledge and some experience in minor electrical, carpentry, and plumbing

Performs other work-related duties as assigned

Must be able to work flexible hours

Must be able to travel out of state to our other locations.

Education and Work Experience Requirements:

High school education or equivalent

2-3 years of working experience in facilities maintenance

Basic understanding of electrical, plumbing, and carpentry

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Must demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills; customer service-oriented

Must be organized, detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to multi-task

Must have a valid driver's license with a driving record acceptable to our insurer and reliable transportation.

Performs all other duties as required but not limited to.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Day shift

Holidays

Monday to Friday

Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Commute:

New Haven, CT 06511 (Required)

Willingness to travel:

25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Full Time 40 hours per week

Department: Welcome Center

Reports To: Program Director

Summary:  The Employment Resource Specialist implements the employment program including job development, job readiness, job placement and job retention.  Assists in developing and maintaining a job bank of potential employers Responsible for case management duties including case file development and maintenance, and resource development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following (Other duties may be assigned):

• Maintain ongoing communications with referral sources.

• Coordinate and oversee employment opportunities.

• Conduct intake data collection and performs resident job readiness assessment.

• Establish job placement for clients.

• Develop and maintain employer contacts for the purpose of developing a list of employers interested in hiring this population.

• Prepares, plans and facilitates individual and group training sessions.

• Conduct employment curriculum and individual sessions to enable residents to be better prepared for job search.

• Document training sessions and job search activities through progress reports.

• Collaborates with program staff regarding development of the resident’s employment goals in the Individual Service Plan

• Participate in regularly scheduled planning meetings.

• Establish appropriate foundries with clients.

• All other duties assigned by Supervisor

Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following:

• Problem Solving

• Interpersonal skills

• Effective Communications

• Professionalism

• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness

• Dependability

Qualifications: The ability to perform all duties satisfactorily

Education and/or experience: Bachelor’s Degree in a social science field and at least three (3) years of employment training and vocational experience, or equivalent years of related experience.  Knowledge of job development and employment resources.

Other Qualifications: Must have a valid Connecticut driver’s license, a driving record acceptable to the Project MORE, Inc. insurance carrier, and have reliable transportation.

Part Time 25 hours per week

Department: Welcome Center

Reports To: Program Director 

Summary: The Employment Specialist implements the employment program including job development, job readiness, job placement and job retention.  Will assist in developing and maintaining a job bank of potential employers.  Responsible for case management duties to include case file development and maintenance and test administration.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain ongoing communication with referring agents.

• Coordinate and oversee employment opportunities.

• Conduct intake data collection and perform resident job readiness assessment.

• Establishes job placement for new residents and works with staff to upgrade other client’s employment.

• Develop and maintain employer contacts for purpose of developing a list of employers interested in hiring program clients.

• Prepares, plans and facilitates individual and group training sessions with integrity and fidelity to curriculum/manual.  Training in and incorporates cognitive-behavioral approaches in the delivery of group services.

• Conducts employment curriculum with group and individual sessions to enable clients to be better prepared for job search.

• Engages clients in program participation, using motivational enhancement strategies.

• Document training sessions and job search activities through progress reports.

• Complete an Individual Employment Service Plan.

• Participate in scheduled planning meetings and other meetings as relevant.

• Establish appropriate boundaries with clients

• All other duties assigned by the Program Director.

Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following:

• Problem Solving

• Interpersonal skills

• Effective Communication – verbal and written

• Professionalism

• Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness

• Dependability

Qualifications: The ability to perform all duties satisfactorily

Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in a social science field and at least two years of employment and vocational experience or equivalent years of related experience.  Knowledge of job development and employment resources.

Other Qualifications: Must have a valid Connecticut Driver’s License, reliable transportation and a driving record acceptable to Project MORE’s insurance carrier.