Community Renewal Team Inc jobs in Hartford, CT

For nearly 55 years, the Community Renewal Team (CRT) has worked to help people and families become self-sufficient while making sure basic needs are met. CRT's programs include Early Childhood Education, Meals on Wheels, Veteran and many other programs serving individuals in 59 cities and towns throughout Central Connecticut (Hartford County and Middlesex County). Our mission, Preparing Our Community to Meet Life's Challenges, drives us to help everyone who comes to our door. As the community action agency for Hartford and Middlesex counties, CRT helps individuals and families access resources that will help them meet immediate and longer-term needs, improve job skills, maintain or increase their independence, stabilize living situations, and achieve educational goals. We know that our work matters to our community. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES The Accounting Manager oversees the daily accounting functions and applies Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and their conventions and definitions in the accounting area to complete job functions. Supervises general ledger, payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivables accounting functions. SPECIFIC JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. Oversees the accounting functions: Payroll, accounts receivable, accounts payables, general ledger journal entries, monthly and annual close outs. Develop and oversee accounting policies and procedures to meet current and future needs. Ensures the financial reporting tools and processes are in place and functioning on an ongoing basis. Ensures all applicable entries are posted that pertain to the monthly and annual close. Reviews the preparation of the monthly cost allocations, depreciation, accrued payroll, accrued vacation, and indirect entries along with all reallocation entries associated with completed Request for Personal Action forms. Approves and posts all monthly journal entries prepared by the Accountant, Staff Accountant, and Financial Analysts. Manages the efficient operation of the timekeeping process and systems by evaluating current procedures and making any necessary process improvements and computer system modifications; reviews time and attendance logs for compliance with applicable rules and regulations; develops and administers training plans for timekeepers; and assists timekeepers with inquiries regarding time and attendance. Monitors use of timekeeping mechanisms with consideration to cost, efficiency, and new methods available. Direct the processing of payrolls. Ensure payroll production is timely and accurate. Ensure checks and balances are in place. Identify, resolve, and communicate any payroll issues. This includes interaction with internal departments and external organizations that provide interfaces for withholdings. Process payroll as needed in absence of Payroll Coordinator. Act as the point person for vendors regarding wage garnishments. Process and respond to garnishments timely in Payroll Coordinator's absence. Write, maintain, and support a variety of reports or queries utilizing appropriate reporting tools. Assist in development of standard reports for ongoing customer needs. Help maintain data integrity in systems by running queries and analyzing data. Prepare payroll journal entries after transmission of payroll data and ensure amounts reconcile to the third party payroll provider data. Stays current with all government regulations and laws regarding payroll and applicable compliance matters. Ensures timely and accurate financial reporting and maintains all records in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) Provides CFO with information vital to decision making. Hiring, training, and retention of competent accounting staff. Provides coaching, guidance, support and professional development to the accounting staff Ensures continuous improvement of accounting and financial systems and processes to achieve best practices and optimal output. Ensures that accounting staff delivers the highest standard of departmental, and cross departmental teamwork and customer service. Special projects as assigned by the CFO. MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Business Administration required. A minimum of five (5) years of related experience including 2 years in a supervisory capacity required. Knowledge and understanding of Federal and State laws governing funding, ability to calculate and apply mathematical concepts, knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) required. Familiarity with accounting software preferred. Proficiency in Windows, financial software and MS Office skills with advanced skills in MS Excel and MS Word. Must have excellent oral and written communication skills, customer service and organizational skills. Must exercise educated judgement to perform projections. Demonstrated ability to multitask and be proactive. Must have the ability to supervise staff effectively. Valid driver license required. ADA COMPLIANCE Physical Ability : Tasks involve sedentary to light work, involving some reaching, handling, fingering and/or feeling of objects and materials. Sensory Requirements : Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Some tasks require oral communications ability. Environmental Factors : Tasks are regularly performed with exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, violence, disease, or pathogenic substances. BENEFITS Group Health Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life/Disability/Accident/Critical Illness Insurance 401(k) with Safe Harbor matching Vacation/Sick/Personal Time 13 holidays per year! Mileage reimbursement

Our Mission “Preparing Our Community to Meet Life's challenges.” We help everyone who comes to our door with resources for both immediate needs and long-term goals. Our network of programs, services, and experiences strengthen individuals, families, and communities and provides opportunities for growth and economic stability. Come join our team! When you become an employee at the Community Renewal Team (CRT), you will join a host of others with an average tenure of nine years of service. Some of our employees have celebrated more than twenty + years of service. You'll participate in fun activities, themed- employee appreciation events, organization sponsored golf tournaments, etc. We celebrate the accomplishments of employees using our Wall of Excellence highlighting employees of the month. Opportunities to grow within the organization are plentiful. Most of our employees started in entry level positions and have been promoted throughout their career. JOB DESCRIPTION POSITION TITLE: Psychiatric Medical Director-Youth and Family Services DEPARTMENT: Clinical Support Service Division FLSA STATUS: Exempt REPORTS TO: VP Clinical Support Service Division GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES The employee will supervise psychiatric and substance use services, direct services in accordance with guidelines of federal, state, and local governing, regulatory and accreditation organizations, will serve as a licensed representative for Community Renewal Team to obtain regulatory approval for program service operation, assumes all treatment responsibility for programs, lead professional staff in maintaining quality and safety in the delivery of all care, and provide psychiatric and substance use assessment and treatment to meet need of patients at all service locations. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. · Provides direct patient care to children and Youth and the families · Supervises clinical team members in the assessment and treatment of patients with identified behavior disorders. · Primary responsibilities include psychiatric evaluation of patients admitted to the program in accordance with clinical policy and procedures, psychiatric treatment interventions including pharmacotherapy (if appropriate), and on-site assessment of patient risk to determine the need for hospitalization. · Demonstrates commitment to the highest standards of care, superior service and compassion in order to meet the needs of all customers (patients, families, guests, fellow employees, Physicians/APRNs, payers and the community) we serve. · Formulates clear treatment goals for patients based on assessments, as indicated in the treatment plan, and updates treatment goals as patient's needs change as reflected in progress notes, and minimally based on funding designation. · Provides initial evaluation of patients to ensure that they meet basic utilization review criteria for acceptance into an outpatient level of care. · Demonstrates a consistent ability to use psychopharmacologic agents appropriately in a child youth out-patient population. · Participates in Performance Improvement and Quality Assurance program in such as areas as the development of medical quality outcome measures, peer review, second opinion, as requested by Community Renewal Team's Vice President of Clinical and Senior Service. · Will provide services as the collaborator for all clinical staff, to include medical professional staff (APRN, PA) to ensure adherence to federal, state and other regulatory organizations · Other duties as assigned. MINIMUM TRAINING EXPERIENCE AND MEDICAL CERTIFICATIONS Education: Graduate of an accredited school of medicine leading to a medical degree, and completion of an approved residency program in psychiatry. Minimum Years of Experience: Must have Psychiatric Residency completed. Active Certification in good Standing: Current Connecticut MD License. Board-certified in Neurology, Psychiatry (Psychiatry), in child youth practice. Must have Psychiatric Residency completed Demonstrate skills: Ability to function in a complex system and to interact with other professionals regarding the treatment of patients. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with people of diverse backgrounds and educational levels. Knowledge: Knowledge of principles, procedures and techniques of general psychiatric practice and knowledge of current trends in psychiatry for children and Youth. Knowledge of community, state and federal resources available to patients. Physical and TB Required: Yes, required prior to appointment Bilingual: Preferred- Language Spanish speaking ADA COMPLIANCE Physical Ability: Tasks involve sedentary to light work, involving some reaching, handling, fingering and/or feeling of objects and materials. Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Some tasks require oral communications ability. Environmental Factors: Tasks are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, violence, disease, or pathogenic substances.

Payroll & HR Specialist DEPARTMENT: Human Resources FLSA STATUS: Exempt REPORTS TO:Director of Human Resources/Director of Finance The Payroll and Human Resources Specialist reports to the Director of Human Resources and indirectly to the Director of Finance. The position will play a key role in managing and maintaining the Human Resources Information System [HRIS] including the monitoring of the integrity of the data in the system and payroll functions. She/he will be responsible for providing technical and reporting support to Human Resources and Finance Department staff members. This position will coordinate and oversee the payroll processing of the agency's payrolls for all employees. This position will support the Agency's needs by applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, its conventions and definitions within Payroll, Budgeting, Financial Analysis. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. Human Resources Information System (HRIS) Functions Manages and maintains responsibility for the integrity and effective operation of all payroll related functions and HRIS Performs all year end payroll and HRIS activities such as W-2, 1095 for ACA compliance, resetting accruals, EEO reporting, and 5500 audit. Develops, implements and manages priorities, goals and objectives for the payroll and HRIS functions inclusive of reporting and compliance requirements Stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of payroll processing and HRIS management, analyzes all payroll functions and HR data processes, and designs and implements process improvement strategies for enhancing effectiveness and efficiency. This includes regard to government and state new laws and trends. Supports in the development of documents, administers, and updates internal policies and procedures related to payroll activities to ensure proper internal control and efficient processes that emphasize data and procedural integrity and security Resolves HRIS issues/act as a “troubleshooter” for Human Resources. Works with IT, Payroll, and other departments in setting up tables and defining data fields to ensure proper reporting of data to internal and external customers Supports Human Resources with auditing and reviews Payroll Functions Direct the processing of payrolls including mileage reimbursement and/or manual checks. Ensure payroll production is timely and accurate. Ensure checks and balances are in place. Identify, resolve, and communicate any payroll issues. This includes interaction with internal departments and external organizations that provide interfaces for withholdings. Manages the efficient operation of the timekeeping process and systems by evaluating current procedures and making any necessary process improvements and computer system modifications; reviews time and attendance logs for compliance with applicable rules and regulations; develops and administer training plans for timekeepers; and assists timekeepers with inquiries regarding time and attendance. Stays abreast of and analyzes, interprets, and applies to all federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, and policies relating to the payroll function (to include provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and all Internal Revenue Service regulations) Prepares payroll journal entries after transmission of payroll data and ensure amounts reconcile to the third-party payroll provider data. Processes accruals import for unexcused pay codes and verifying proper deduction from accrual banks Calculates and posts manual payroll checks including voids and direct deposit reversals Calculates and inputs retroactive and bonus payroll checks Reconciles employee FMLA time off entries on employee timecards within 2 weeks Calculates, processes and responds to garnishment requests Enters employee 401K deductions (biweekly contribution, loans, etc) into HRIS Ensures employee accrual balances are accurate each payroll and year end roll over Develop the reports needed for the uploads of payroll accruals and payroll reversals into Financial Edge after payroll has been processed every other week. Produces and distributes payroll reports to department managers in a timely manner Prepares bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly and year-end payroll statements for program managers Processes fund number changes in appropriate systems Payroll archiving annually or more frequently if needed Provides payroll processing training to employees as needed (with department timecard approval) Collaborate with Human Resources for all other payroll reports (Overtime) ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS Completes Employment Verifications (work number or CRT letter format) Creates annual Holiday calendar for distribution Creates annual Payroll calendar for distribution Assists the Human Resources Director & Director of Finance as needed, with various special projects and research assignments. Performs related work as directed. MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field or equivalent work experience. PHR/SPHR certification a plus. Five to Seven years of Payroll administration experience including a minimum of three years of working with an HRIS such as Paycom or ADP. One to two years of project management experience. Systems implementation experience desired. Strong understanding of HRIS database design, structure, functions and processes, and experience with database tools. Thorough knowledge of MS Excel, Word, Power Point, and Outlook. Experience with an HRIS such as Paycom. Effective organizational and interpersonal skills including written and verbal communication skills. Previous exposure to project-related activities through active participation in system-related projects. Ability to use appropriate resources to solve problems. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in an organized and timely manner. Maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. Experienced in State, Federal, FLSA and Wage and Hour payroll regulations ADA COMPLIANCE Physical Ability: Tasks involve sedentary to light work, involving some reaching, handling, fingering and/or feeling of objects and materials. Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Some tasks require oral communications ability. Environmental Factors: Tasks are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, violence, disease, or pathogenic substances.

Dated: 10/13/2021 The purpose of this position is to support the Agency's needs by providing developmentally appropriate care and education for children in accordance with established principles of early childhood education including but not limited to, The Office of Early Childhood Daycare Regulations, National Association for the Education of Young Children Accreditation Standards, and Child and Adult Care Food Program. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. Supervision of Children: Ensure children are supervised by sight and sound at all times as stated in CRT Supervision Handbook. Ensure all others working in classroom are in compliance. Comply with and enforce CRT Supervision Policy and Procedures of children by ensuring, including but not limited to, the use of supervision cards and appropriate name to face counts, and maintaining appropriate teacher to child ratios and group sizes. Attend team meetings, CRT trainings, Planning and Placement Team (PPT) meetings, Parent Teacher Conferences, and other meetings as required or mandated. Complete required paperwork in a timely manner in accordance with CRT policy and procedure. Such paperwork shall include but not be limited to, accident/incident reports, individual emergency contact information for each child, first aid kit checklists, daily safety checklists, daily health checklist, playground checklist, attendance, meal counts, etc. Responsible for overall safety, sanitation, and cleanliness of classroom at all times. Maintain that both classroom and playground are well organized and free from clutter at all times. Ensure safe working environment and follow all agency safety procedures and reporting. Perform and complete all other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Educational program: Provide a developmentally appropriate curriculum and daily plan in accordance with assigned CRT curriculum, policies and procedures. Comply with deadlines established for completion of daily and weekly tasks as assigned by the Instructional Leader and all other content areas as assigned. Ensure the Learning Experience Plan (LEP) and all accompanying documentation is completed weekly and given to the Instructional Leader for review as required, by specific timelines. Collaborate with Instructional Leader to help understand identified special needs children, to individualize each child's needs and goals as needed. Establish behavioral strategies in conjunction with Instructional Leader for any child with behavioral challenges that impede his/her learning experience. Implement Individual Education Plans (IEP) as needed. Working with families and children: Communicate professionally and effectively with all families and children daily. Communicate with and respond to individual children during activities and routine by communicating with children at eye level, using appropriate tone of voice and modeling and questioning to extending children's thinking and language. Use and model positive guidance techniques with all children in accordance with CRT policies and procedures and Department of Children and Families Abuse and Neglect Training. Ensure mandated reporter guidelines are followed at all times. Recognize and celebrate cultural diversity into daily routines and engage families to contribute to and participate in multicultural activities regularly. Establish and maintain professional interactions and relationship of respect, mutual trust, and collaboration with families and all staff. Child and Adult Food Care Program: Ensure compliance to the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) as outlined by program standards. Ensure all others working in the classroom are in compliance. Ensure CACFP guidelines are met for all meals including but not limited to, point of service meal counts, meal portions, and family meal style service. ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS Perform all other duties as assigned. MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Education: Must have the minimum of an Associate Degree in any field and 12 Early Childhood Education Credits to meet the minimum educational requirement. Minimum CT Charts a Course Ladder Level of 9 required. Experience: Two-four years classroom experience working with children in a state-licensed program preferred. Skills: Ability to work on a team, share and implement ideas and activities for intervention with children and families, possess good oral and written skills, have attention to detail and accuracy in data collection. Certifications: First Aid for Children, CPR Certification, and Administration of Medication preferred. Age Requirement: Candidate must be a minimum 18 years of age. Physical and TB Required: YES - Physical required upon hire and every 2 years. TB required upon hire. ADA COMPLIANCE Physical Ability: Tasks involve the ability to exert moderate extended physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of sitting on floor, standing for extended periods of time, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (> 55 pounds). Sensory Requirements: All tasks require visual and auditory perception and discrimination. All tasks require oral communications ability. Environmental Factors: Tasks are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, violence, disease, or pathogenic substances.

Job Description Our Mission “Preparing Our Community to Meet Life's challenges.” We help everyone who comes to our door with resources for both immediate needs and long-term goals. Our network of programs, services, and experiences strengthen individuals, families, and communities and provides opportunities for growth and economic stability. Come join our team! When you become an employee at the Community Renewal Team (CRT), you will join a host of others with an average tenure of nine years of service. Some of our employees have celebrated more than twenty + years of service. You'll participate in fun activities, themed- employee appreciation events, organization sponsored golf tournaments, etc. We celebrate the accomplishments of employees using our Wall of Excellence highlighting employees of the month. Opportunities to grow within the organization are plentiful. Most of our employees started in entry level positions and have been promoted throughout their career. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES The Community Response Specialist is an integrated peer specialist and case manager who is responsible for responding to crisis calls. In nature, these calls will have an inherent high risk associated with them as individuals may be suffering from mental health and/or substance use. He/she is to serve as a liaison/link/intermediary between health/social services and the community to facilitate access to services and improve the quality and cultural competence of service delivery. This position is responsible for being a trusted member of the community, where they can be engaged to provide psychosocial support to participants who were at increased need for an array of community-based harm reduction services. The general duties are to develop authentic peer-to-peer relationships to promote recovery, referrals to appropriate treatment resources and supports, and, to promote safety for persons in crisis. All activities are designed to be consistent with CRT's Salesforce ISP service model, based on educating and empowering individuals for self- advocacy and to make self-identified changes in their lives with reducing need for emergency services. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES This position is considered as an essential employee and will be expected to work during inclement weather, holiday and based on business needs. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. Respond to crisis calls and/or referrals. Perform outreach activities and prevention education to foster good community relations, educate about program services and assess needs in Hartford neighborhoods where there is high crime and utilization of 911 for crisis intervention. Engage high-risk, hard to reach people who struggle with mental health, drug use, or engage in sex work. Identify potential recruitment locations. Engage in dialogue with participants and other community members to continually improve our services and ensure that CRT is operating its sites and engaging in outreach activities in the best locations at the best times. Culturally appropriate harm reduction, health promotion, and health education such as safer sex and safer drug use education. This also includes distribution of harm reduction supplies such as syringes (and collection of used syringes) and other health-related resources and tools in accordance with public health regulations. In a manner consistent with Harm Reduction principles, provide substance use and sexual risk assessments and discuss individualized risk reduction and harm reduction strategies (including safer injection practices; safer sex practices; overdose prevention and reversal; drug use management techniques; HIV, HCV and STI prevention; and other topics relevant to people who use drugs, or participate in other high-risk behaviors). Manage a caseload of program participants and provide low-threshold referrals and connect participants with medical care, substance use and mental health treatment, and other life-stabilizing services. Solicit and track feedback from participants to ensure that the agencies to which we refer are effective and treat participants with respect and in a manner appropriate to harm reduction programs. This includes, helping connect to schedule appointments to identified service/resource. Emphasizes person-centered, recovery-oriented approaches and interventions Prepares participants to recognize and respond to various mental health and addiction crises, including trauma; develop effective communication and connection skills. Establish and maintain enhanced communication between community members and providers Model proper participant engagement and outreach Provide guidance and mentorship as necessary. Keep accurate, consistent, complete records and data on all program activities and/ or participants; provide program director with reports in a timely manner. Prepare, set up and dismantle program sites and other program materials. Ensure the integrity of the sites, and maintain inventory of program supplies and bi-lingual educational materials Complete vehicle daily maintenance logs which include oil, tires, gas, and structural checks. Document and report any incidents or accidents within 24 hours of occurrence. Ensure that vehicles are kept clean, properly stocked, and ready for service Must be available to work a varied schedule, late evenings, weekends, and unconventional hours. Perform all other duties as assigned. MINIMUM TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, AND HEALTH CERTIFICATIONS Education: Associates with an approved combination of experience, certification, and/ or education. Minimum Years of Experience: A minimum of three years of experience in client case management. Active Certification in good Standing: Certified Recovery Specialist and Community Health Worker Certification is required. Must have and/or acquire both certifications within 6 months of employment. Demonstrate skills: Ability to manage diverse operations, effectively multi-task and a style that encourages creativity, growth, collaboration, problem solving, open communication and accountability. Organized, self-motivated team-player, with strong interpersonal and communication skills. Proficient in MS Office Suite and in using technology for data collection as a management reporting tool. Ability to compile written reports and maintain case notes. Ability to work with diverse, multicultural populations. Ability and willingness to be hands-on and solve problems as they arise. Willingness to work outdoors (sometimes in inclement weather). Knowledge: Knowledge of local community resources. Must have lived experience, and a working knowledge of mental health, substance use, and co-occurring treatment systems. Physical and TB Required: Yes, prior to appointment Bilingual: Preferred - Language Spanish Driving Required: Yes Agency Vehicle: Yes Employee's Own Vehicle: Yes, with proof of auto liability ins. Active Driver License in good standing required upon hire and throughout employment PREFERRED EXPERIENCE Significant work and personal life experience with substance use, PLWHA, women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ community, sex work, and the formerly incarcerated. Skills in the areas of harm reduction up to including safer injection, safer drug use techniques, and overdose prevention, HIV and HCV prevention and treatment desired. Significant ties to the Hartford community and resources available. Experience in advancing an agenda of equal rights and social justice for marginalized people. Ability to adapt to rapid change Experience working in high risk, fast paced, environments ADA COMPLIANCE Physical Ability: Tasks involve the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds). Sensory Requirements: All tasks require visual perception and discrimination and the ability to communicate daily in oral and written form. Environmental Factors: Tasks performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, violence, disease, or pathogenic substances.

Our Mission “Preparing Our Community to Meet Life's challenges.” We help everyone who comes to our door with resources for both immediate needs and long-term goals. Our network of programs, services, and experiences strengthen individuals, families, and communities and provides opportunities for growth and economic stability. Come join our team! When you become an employee at the Community Renewal Team (CRT), you will join a host of others with an average tenure of nine years of service. Some of our employees have celebrated more than twenty + years of service. You'll participate in fun activities, themed- employee appreciation events, organization sponsored golf tournaments, etc. We celebrate the accomplishments of employees using our Wall of Excellence highlighting employees of the month. Opportunities to grow within the organization are plentiful. Most of our employees started in entry level positions and have been promoted throughout their career. BENEFITS 401K with a matching employer contribution, medical, dental, vision, HSA Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability (STD)/Long- Term Disability (LTD), and an Employee Assistance Program. Eligible employees are also able to participate in agency sponsored educational opportunities. Eligible employees receive ten paid vacation days, six sick paid days annually, and two personal days paid annually. JOB DESCRIPTION Position Title: Maintenance Worker I Department: Facilities FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Director of Facilities Management GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES The purpose of this position is to support the Agency's needs by maintaining all designated area in a clean and orderly condition and performs minor repairs. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. Cleans windows and shampoos carpets periodically. Removes all trash/garbage and places it in designated containers for disposal. Removes litter from grounds / playgrounds on a daily basis Removes snow and ice from walkways and applies sand when necessary. Maintains storage area in a clean, orderly manner. Transfer supplies and equipment between storage and work areas by hand or use of hand truck. Assists in moving furniture and equipment as required. Makes minor repairs and replaces electric bulbs and tubes as needed. Renovate and paints designated areas as assigned. Reports damage to equipment and other agency purchases to Supervisor as noticed. Responsible for insuring all area assigned are properly locked and/or closed. Responsible for advising Supervisor of any violations of security procedures. Works with craftsman staff at CRT locations when necessary. Works Saturdays, Sundays and holidays as needed. Open & close sites as assigned. Signing CRT vehicles "in and out" as needed to service and complete work orders at Agency sites as assigned. Safeguard vehicles, tools and other CRT properties at all times. Completes assigned work orders daily as requested. Regular attendance Attend and complete all mandatory trainings ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS Checks building periodically for fire hazards. Remains at center for evening and weekend meetings. Carry a company cell phone and or pager during work hours in case of a department emergency. On call 24 hours a day in case there is an emergency. Performs other related duties as needed. MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Education: High school diploma required. Minimum Years of Experience: two (2) years of experience in the janitorial care and/or maintenance required. Demonstrate skills in: following oral and written instructions, perform moderately heavy manual work and establish and maintain an effective working relationship with peers and public. Knowledge of: equipment, materials and methods used in building maintenance required. Driving Required: YES Agency Vehicle: YES Employee's Own Vehicle: YES Active Driver License in good standing required upon hire and throughout employment ADA COMPLIANCE Physical Ability: Tasks involve the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on climbing and balancing, but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds). Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate odors. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate depths. Most tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Environmental Factors: Tasks are regularly performed with potential exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as strong odors, fumes, dusts, wetness, humidity, machinery, and toxic/poisonous agents

JOB DESCRIPTION Lead Residential Aide Department: Housing Services - Shelters FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Program Manager GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES The purpose of this position is to support the Agency's needs by providing services of safety and security to all residents and staff at the shelter. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. Provide guidance in personal hygiene and maintain client personal hygiene supplies. Assists with admissions/intake procedures by providing security and illness/injury intoxication screening. Distribute medication and coordinate medical transportation. Provide surveillance of client population to prevent disruptive behavior. Make hourly rounds inside shelter as well as outside and maintain hourly logs. May assist in the preparation and serving of lunch and dinner. Record all necessary information including log entries, incident reports, demographic reports and bed rosters. Participate in conduct review committee. Engage with clients give words of encouragement and inspiration while they are at their lowest point of life. Dissolve physical confrontations. Supervise activities of client population who are at times intoxicated and potentially violent. Risk of exposure to Tuberculosis and other contagious diseases. Risk of exposure to blood borne pathogens. Attend mandatory monthly staff meetings. Monitors residents showers and smoke breaks. Pat down residents when they enter the shelter to maintain the security and safety of the residents and staff. Oversee proper documentation is done correctly and effectively during shift, including medication logbook entries, logbook entries, and incident reports. To ensure Residential Aides adhere to CRT/McKinney Shelter policies and procedures. Provide mentoring, coaching and supervision to all Residential Aides to include: proper documentation in the log book, incident reports, medical log books, bed log, CRC's , mail log, work schedules and training to all Residential Aides etc. Assist Management Team in the revision and update of shelter policies and procedures. Specifically, those affecting RA's and residents. Present operational issues to the Management team Most importantly enforcing McKinney shelter policies and procedures and to strengthen security and safety of all residents and staff. Responsible for scheduling and provide direct supervision to RA's Place work orders as needed To ensure designated RA's are entering the data into HMIS. ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS Distribute mail. Accept and catalog donations as they brought to the shelter. Perform other duties as assigned. Medication Administration. MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Education: High school diploma or Associate's degree in the human service field required Minimum Years of Experience: one (1) year of experience in related experience required Active Certification in good standing: in Non-violent Crisis Intervention, CPR and Community First Aid and Safety license is required Knowledge of: mental health and substance abuse, have excellent written and oral communication skills and working with the homeless population. Physical and TB Required: YES - prior to appointment. ADA COMPLIANCE Physical Ability: Tasks involve the regular and, at times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds). Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate depths. Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Some tasks require oral communications ability. Environmental Factors: Tasks are regularly performed with potential exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as strong odors, fumes, dusts, wetness, humidity, machinery, and toxic/poisonous agents. Tuesday-Saturday 4pm-12am

Job Description Our Mission “Preparing Our Community to Meet Life's challenges.” We help everyone who comes to our door with resources for both immediate needs and long-term goals. Our network of programs, services, and experiences strengthen individuals, families, and communities and provides opportunities for growth and economic stability. Come join our team! When you become an employee at the Community Renewal Team (CRT), you will join a host of others with an average tenure of nine years of service. Some of our employees have celebrated more than twenty + years of service. You'll participate in fun activities, themed- employee appreciation events, organization sponsored golf tournaments, etc. We celebrate the accomplishments of employees using our Wall of Excellence highlighting employees of the month. Opportunities to grow within the organization are plentiful. Most of our employees started in entry level positions and have been promoted throughout their career. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES The Community Response Specialist is an integrated peer specialist and case manager who is responsible for responding to crisis calls. In nature, these calls will have an inherent high risk associated with them as individuals may be suffering from mental health and/or substance use. He/she is to serve as a liaison/link/intermediary between health/social services and the community to facilitate access to services and improve the quality and cultural competence of service delivery. This position is responsible for being a trusted member of the community, where they can be engaged to provide psychosocial support to participants who were at increased need for an array of community-based harm reduction services. The general duties are to develop authentic peer-to-peer relationships to promote recovery, referrals to appropriate treatment resources and supports, and, to promote safety for persons in crisis. All activities are designed to be consistent with CRT's Salesforce ISP service model, based on educating and empowering individuals for self- advocacy and to make self-identified changes in their lives with reducing need for emergency services. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES This position is considered as an essential employee and will be expected to work during inclement weather, holiday and based on business needs. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. Respond to crisis calls and/or referrals. Perform outreach activities and prevention education to foster good community relations, educate about program services and assess needs in Hartford neighborhoods where there is high crime and utilization of 911 for crisis intervention. Engage high-risk, hard to reach people who struggle with mental health, drug use, or engage in sex work. Identify potential recruitment locations. Engage in dialogue with participants and other community members to continually improve our services and ensure that CRT is operating its sites and engaging in outreach activities in the best locations at the best times. Culturally appropriate harm reduction, health promotion, and health education such as safer sex and safer drug use education. This also includes distribution of harm reduction supplies such as syringes (and collection of used syringes) and other health-related resources and tools in accordance with public health regulations. In a manner consistent with Harm Reduction principles, provide substance use and sexual risk assessments and discuss individualized risk reduction and harm reduction strategies (including safer injection practices; safer sex practices; overdose prevention and reversal; drug use management techniques; HIV, HCV and STI prevention; and other topics relevant to people who use drugs, or participate in other high-risk behaviors). Manage a caseload of program participants and provide low-threshold referrals and connect participants with medical care, substance use and mental health treatment, and other life-stabilizing services. Solicit and track feedback from participants to ensure that the agencies to which we refer are effective and treat participants with respect and in a manner appropriate to harm reduction programs. This includes, helping connect to schedule appointments to identified service/resource. Emphasizes person-centered, recovery-oriented approaches and interventions Prepares participants to recognize and respond to various mental health and addiction crises, including trauma; develop effective communication and connection skills. Establish and maintain enhanced communication between community members and providers Model proper participant engagement and outreach Provide guidance and mentorship as necessary. Keep accurate, consistent, complete records and data on all program activities and/ or participants; provide program director with reports in a timely manner. Prepare, set up and dismantle program sites and other program materials. Ensure the integrity of the sites, and maintain inventory of program supplies and bi-lingual educational materials Complete vehicle daily maintenance logs which include oil, tires, gas, and structural checks. Document and report any incidents or accidents within 24 hours of occurrence. Ensure that vehicles are kept clean, properly stocked, and ready for service Must be available to work a varied schedule, late evenings, weekends, and unconventional hours. Perform all other duties as assigned. MINIMUM TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, AND HEALTH CERTIFICATIONS Education: Associates with an approved combination of experience, certification, and/ or education. Minimum Years of Experience: A minimum of three years of experience in client case management. Active Certification in good Standing: Certified Recovery Specialist and Community Health Worker Certification is required. Must have and/or acquire both certifications within 6 months of employment. Demonstrate skills: Ability to manage diverse operations, effectively multi-task and a style that encourages creativity, growth, collaboration, problem solving, open communication and accountability. Organized, self-motivated team-player, with strong interpersonal and communication skills. Proficient in MS Office Suite and in using technology for data collection as a management reporting tool. Ability to compile written reports and maintain case notes. Ability to work with diverse, multicultural populations. Ability and willingness to be hands-on and solve problems as they arise. Willingness to work outdoors (sometimes in inclement weather). Knowledge: Knowledge of local community resources. Must have lived experience, and a working knowledge of mental health, substance use, and co-occurring treatment systems. Physical and TB Required: Yes, prior to appointment Bilingual: Preferred - Language Spanish Driving Required: Yes Agency Vehicle: Yes Employee's Own Vehicle: Yes, with proof of auto liability ins. Active Driver License in good standing required upon hire and throughout employment PREFERRED EXPERIENCE Significant work and personal life experience with substance use, PLWHA, women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ community, sex work, and the formerly incarcerated. Skills in the areas of harm reduction up to including safer injection, safer drug use techniques, and overdose prevention, HIV and HCV prevention and treatment desired. Significant ties to the Hartford community and resources available. Experience in advancing an agenda of equal rights and social justice for marginalized people. Ability to adapt to rapid change Experience working in high risk, fast paced, environments ADA COMPLIANCE Physical Ability: Tasks involve the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds). Sensory Requirements: All tasks require visual perception and discrimination and the ability to communicate daily in oral and written form. Environmental Factors: Tasks performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, violence, disease, or pathogenic substances. Sunday-Thursday 1 - 10 PM Sunday-Thursday 1 - 10 PM

Job Description Health/Nutrition Coordinator DEPARTMENT: Early Care and Education FLSA STATUS: Exempt REPORTS TO: Director of Education The purpose of this position is to support the Agency's needs by providing Health and Nutritional services to families and children of Early Care and Education. Provide training to parents and staff when needed, assist with various tasks and maintain reporting on all services provided to children. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. Coordinate delivery of health-related services for children. Develop and maintain care plans for children with medical conditions. Ensure needed medical treatment per doctor's orders. Provide education to families, children, and staff on health, nutrition and safety. Assist families with resources for dental and medical providers and work with Social Service staff to arrange health care appointments and to assist families in securing such services. Ensure timely written parental authorization for all health services. Distribute a written plan of action for medical and dental emergencies to all centers. Follow up on lab results (HGB, HCT, Lead, TB) and dental for children. Assist children with nutritional concerns (food allergies and weight issues). Collaborate with Registered Dietitian to develop and maintain care plans for children with complex allergies or nutritional needs. Check enrollment files for Px, immunizations, health/nutrition history. Maintain children's health files and update Px and immunizations and record data in Child Plus. Monitor hand washing and dental hygiene as needed. Prepare yearly immunization survey for state of Connecticut. Provide OSHA, CPR, and First Aid training for staff as needed. Assist staff with DCF reporting. Assure strict confidentially of all information. Establish effective communications with teachers, parents and other staff members. ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS Attend prestart meetings for medically fragile children. Use community resources to network with other agencies in the Hartford/Middlesex community. Monitor supplies, inventory, and storage. Deliver equipment (first aid kits, toothbrushes, etc.) to classrooms. Update and report to Instructional Leader, Assistant Director or designee staff that are in need of certifications including CPR, first aid and medication, epi-pen. Ensure Unit Managers receive copies. Attend courses, in-service trainings and professional workshops to maintain Registered Dietitian status and for continued professional growth. Maintain documentation of continuing education. Ensure safe working environment and follow all agency safety procedures and reporting. Perform all other duties as assigned. MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Education: Bachelor's degree in Public Health/Community Health, Nursing, Nutrition or a related field required. Minimum Years of Experience: Work experience in Early Care and Education preferred. Demonstrated Skills: Database and Microsoft Office competency required. Driving Requirement: YES Agency Vehicle: NO Employee's Own Vehicle: YES Active driver license in good standing required upon hire and throughout employment. Some use of personal vehicle required. Physical and TB Required: YES - Physical required upon hire and every 2 years. TB required upon hire. ADA COMPLIANCE Physical Ability: Tasks involve sedentary to light work, involving some reaching, handling, fingering and/or feeling of objects and materials. Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Some tasks require oral communications ability. Environmental Factors: Tasks are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, violence, disease, or pathogenic substances. M-F 8a-4p

Teacher Assistant DEPARTMENT: Early Care and Education FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt REPORTS TO: Instructional Leader The purpose of this position is to support the Agency's needs by assisting Teaching Team in all daily classroom routines and procedures to provide developmentally appropriate care and education for children in accordance with established principles of early childhood education including but not limited to, The Office of Early Childhood Daycare Regulations, National Association for the Education of Young Children Accreditation Standards, and Child and Adult Care Food Program. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. Supervision of Children: Ensure children are supervised by sight and sound at all times as stated in CRT Supervision Handbook. Ensure all others working in classroom are in compliance. Comply with and enforce CRT Supervision Policy and Procedures of children by ensuring, including but not limited to, the use of supervision cards and appropriate name to face counts, and maintaining appropriate teacher to child ratios and group sizes. Attend team meetings, CRT trainings, Planning and Placement Team (PPT) meetings, Parent Teacher Conferences, and other meetings as required or mandated. Complete required paperwork in a timely manner in accordance with CRT policy and procedure. Such paperwork shall include but not be limited to, accident/incident reports, individual emergency contact information for each child, first aid kit checklists, daily safety checklists, daily health checklist, playground checklist, attendance, meal counts, etc. Responsible for overall safety, sanitation, and cleanliness of classroom at all times. Maintain that both classroom and playground are well organized and free from clutter at all times. Ensure safe working environment and follow all agency safety procedures and reporting. Perform and complete all other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Educational program: Provide a developmentally appropriate curriculum and daily plan in accordance with assigned CRT curriculum, policies and procedures. Comply with deadlines established for completion of daily and weekly tasks as assigned by the Instructional Leader and all other content areas as assigned. Support to ensure the Learning Experience Plan (LEP) and all accompanying documentation is completed weekly and given to the Instructional Leader for review as required, by specific timelines. Collaborate with Instructional Leader to help understand identified Special Needs children, to individualize each child's needs and goals as needed. Establish behavioral strategies in conjunction with Instructional Leader for any child with behavioral challenges that impede his/her learning experience. Implement Individual Education Plans (IEP) as needed. Working with families and children: Communicate professionally and effectively with all families and children daily. Communicate with and respond to individual children during activities and routine by communicating with children at eye level, using appropriate tone of voice and modeling and questioning to extending children's thinking and language. Use and model positive guidance techniques with all children in accordance with CRT policies and procedures and Department of Children and Families Abuse and Neglect Training. Ensure mandated reporter guidelines are followed at all times. Recognize and celebrate cultural diversity into daily routines and engage families to contribute to and participate in multicultural activities regularly. Establish and maintain professional interactions and relationship of respect, mutual trust, and collaboration with families and all staff. Child and Adult Food Care Program: Ensure compliance to the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) as outlined by program standards. Ensure all others working in the classroom are in compliance. Ensure CACFP guidelines are met for all meals including but not limited to, point of service meal counts, meal portions, and family meal style service. ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS Perform all other duties as assigned. MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Education: Must have and maintain a Child Development Associate (CDA) or 12 ECE credits to meet the minimum educational requirement. Minimum CT Charts a Course Ladder Level of 6 required. Those who do not meet the minimum educational requirement must be enrolled in CRT's CDA credentialing offered training. Continued employment will be contingent upon meeting training expectations and obtaining CDA within 1 year of hire. Experience: Two years classroom experience working with children in a state-licensed program preferred. Certifications: First Aid for Children, CPR Certification, and Administration of Medication preferred. Demonstrated Skills: Ability to work on a team, share and implement ideas and activities for intervention with children and families, possess good oral and written skills, have attention to detail and accuracy in data collection. Age requirement: Candidate must be a minimum 18 years of age. ADA COMPLIANCE Physical Ability: Tasks involve the ability to exert moderate extended physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of sitting on floor, standing for extended periods of time, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (> 55 pounds). Sensory Requirements: All tasks require visual and auditory perception and discrimination. All tasks require oral communications ability. Environmental Factors: Tasks are regularly performed with exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, violence, disease, or pathogenic substances. M-F 9:30a-5:30p

Intake/Certification Specialist (898A) DEPARTMENT: Energy FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt REPORTS TO: Assistant Program Manager Energy Services The purpose of this position is to support the Agency's needs by scheduling customer appointments, conducting customer intake and performing tasks necessary to ascertain customer eligibility per program guidelines. Based on CRT's Steps to Success service delivery model, the Intake/Certification Specialist also provides customers with application assistance for and referrals to agency and community resources. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. Responds to all emergency cases within 24 hours of customer inquiry. Responsible for responding to all non-emergency customer inquiry as stipulated in program guidelines. Schedules and reschedules customer intake appointments, as needed. Provides quality customer service. As assigned, conducts customer intake and reviews customer application and accompanying documentation for accuracy and completeness and to ensure service eligibility as outlined in program rules and regulations. Maintains orderly customer paper files in accordance with program requirements Demonstrates proficiency in the use of available technology to maintain accurate computer-based files in accordance with agency and program requirements. Refers customers to internal and external resources in support of comprehensive attention to customer need. Processes energy applications using DSS procedural instructions. Process energy applications per CRT's Quality Assurance procedures. Prepares program reports in accordance with program requirements and agency need. Possesses excellent oral and written communication skills that demonstrate the ability to communicate with persons of varying racial/ethnic and socio-economic cultures. Attends courses, professional workshops/training, seminars and/or participates in self-directed studying that will provide for continuous professional growth related to this position. Obtains/maintains valid certifications to sharpen and refresh job skills. Performs outreach services and participates in community events and/or conducts community education sessions. Maintains daily activity log. ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS Responds to supervisor, upper management and program funder requests for information as requested. Some in-state travel may be required. Performs all other duties as assigned. MINIMUM TRAINING ANDEXPERIENCE Education: Associate's Degree in human services or related field from an accredited two year college or university preferred. A high school diploma and work experience may be substituted for a college degree. Demonstrated Skills: The ability to manage time in a fast-paced environment and accomplish job responsibilities under minimum supervision. Experience with non-profit or community volunteering. Must have strong listening, oral and written communication skills. Bilingual: English/Spanish preferred. Driving Required: Preferred Agency Vehicle: No Employee's Own Vehicle: Preferred ADA COMPLIANCE Physical Ability: Tasks involve the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds). Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Some tasks require oral communications ability. Environmental Factors: Tasks are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, violence, disease, or pathogenic substances. Acknowledgment Signature indicates agreement with contents herein as being an accurate description of position duties and responsibilities. _____________________________________ EMPLOYEE PRINTED NAME _____________________________________ ____________________ EMPLOYEE SIGNATURE DATE Signature indicates agreement with contents herein as being an accurate description of position duties and responsibilities. _____________________________________ IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR PRINTED NAME _____________________________________ ____________________ IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR SIGNATURE DATE Community Renewal Team, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Community Renewal Team will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. M-F 8a-4p or M-F 9a-5p with a rotating Saturday from 8am - 4pm. The Fridays before your Saturday will be off. Schedule is subject.”

Job Description For nearly 55 years, the Community Renewal Team (CRT) has worked to help people and families become self-sufficient while making sure basic needs are met. CRT's programs include Early Childhood Education, Meals on Wheels, Veteran and many other programs serving individuals in 59 cities and towns throughout Central Connecticut (Hartford County and Middlesex County). GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES The Food Service Manager oversees the food production facility which produces approximately 2,500 meals per day for the Elderly Nutrition Program & Day Care Programs, Criminal Justice Programs, other subcontractors and in-house catering. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS • Responsible for the management of the CRT food production facility/staff including performance evaluation and disciplinary actions. • Supervise the daily preparation and portioning of food, assuring that staff are present and utilizing standardized recipes and monitor food quality. • Monitor food production areas assuring items are ready for delivery according to delivery schedule. • Provide daily production sheet to staff. • Supervises staff in receiving and storage of perishables and non-perishables. • Assign and monitor daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning assignments. • Oversee requisitioning of food items for daily food production. • Utilization of new food product and product overruns in relation to maintaining food costs. • Direct inventory pulls. • Monitor the incoming and outgoing of all food items. • Confirm and approve food production staff payroll on a bi-weekly basis. • File accident reports, as needed, for any food production staff injured while on the job. • Orders bread items and other specialty food products as needed. • Makes necessary change in assignments in the event of staff absenteeism • Participates in daily cooks meeting for food production assignments • Conducts food sanitation and safety orientation for new nutrition department staff. Conducts monthly department meetings to inform staff of changes/updates and monthly in-services. • Performs routine assignments including but not limited to purchase orders and check request documentation, bid packets and summaries, daily food production and delivery records, and catering orders • Coordinate catering functions with outside organizations and inside agency departments. • Confirm and approve food production staff payroll on a bi-weekly basis. • Oversees the ordering of raw foods and paper supplies for food production facility-which focus on high quality and cost savings. • Assist in preparing seasonal menus for all programs. • Review HACCP procedures with food service staff to ensure they are being met. • File accident reports, as needed, for any food production staff injured while on the job. • Order uniforms and supplies for all food production staff. • Organizes a system for raw food purchases, equipment, storage, and cost control. (Online Ordering). Prepares yearly bids for groceries, bread, dairy, produce, and paper products. • RFHs/RFPAs submittal and tracking • Meets with vendors to ensure products are available for purchase. Works with vendors on kitchen repairs. • Monitors vendor shortages early to make sure items are in house in timely manner. • Codes and approves all invoices to be sent to accounts payable and tracks in a weekly spend down. • Prepares monthly reports to Director. ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS • Act as Sous Chef in his absence. • Conduct weekly inventory inspection. • Monitor production/temperature sheets of the kitchen daily to ensure compliance. • Performs monthly food safety audits. • Performs all other duties as assigned MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Culinary training in a vocational school and/or an Associate degree in culinary arts, education may be substituted with experience on a year by year basis. Five years of employment in the preparation of food in a large-scale food production facility and two years of supervisory experience in an institutional setting. Eligible individual must be ServSafe certified, have at least two years' experience in menu planning and catering events. Registered Dietitian preferred. ADA COMPLIANCE Physical Ability: Tasks involve the regular and, at times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds). Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Some tasks require oral communications ability. Environmental Factors: Tasks are regularly performed with potential exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as strong odors, fumes, dusts, wetness, humidity, machinery, and toxic/poisonous agents. BENEFITS •Group Health •Dental Insurance •Vision Insurance •Life/Disability/Accident/Critical Illness Insurance •401(k) with Safe Harbor matching •Vacation/Sick/Personal Time •13 holidays per year! M-F 6:30a-2p

Craftsman Department: Facilities FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Director of Facilities Management The purpose of this position is to support the Agency's needs by overseeing maintenance of CRT's leased and owned building structures performing various types of repairs including carpentry, light electrical and light plumbing as assigned. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. Responsible for various facets of general repair at all CRT sites through the Agency's work order system. Prioritize assignments and complete tasks independently, or with minimal assistance in a timely manner. Plumbing knowledge and experience including but not limited to: replacing faucets, sinks, and toilets; unclogging drains; replacing overflow pans. Light electrical knowledge and experience including but not limited to: replacing wall plates, tightening wall outlets and switches, changing various types of light bulbs. General carpentry experience including but not limited to: replace exterior deck railings, supports, balusters, stair treads, lattice and bracings, replacing door locks, adjusting door frames, hinges, replace metal and wood doors and frames, install side lights, repairing and installing drywall, drop ceiling grids and tiles, repair and replace windows, sashes, screens, locks, replacing VCT Tile and carpeting, installing and repairing, wall and base cabinets, hinges, hinges and locks. Knowledge and experience with various aspects of painting including but not limited to: preparing walls for painting, tape off doors, windows, cabinets, cover base and painting walls. Responsible for the purchase of general basis repair parts, tools, and supplies as needed for work order assignments. Provide daily feedback of tasks completed to Facilities Management for tracking purposes. Works with other facilities staff in CRT locations when needed. Signing CRT vehicles “in and out" as needed to service and complete work orders at Agency sites as assigned. Safeguard agency vehicles, tools, and other CRT properties at all times. Removal of snow and ice from agency properties; as needed. Perform floor and carpet maintenance (repairs, shampooing, stripping, waxing, etc.) Grounds maintenance for Agency worksite (litter, lawn, etc.) Assist in moving furniture and equipment as needed Picking up and returning rental equipment and vehicles as needed. Regular attendance Attend and complete all mandatory trainings ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS Carry a cell phone at all times to be easily reached in case of department emergency. Uses proper safety techniques and complies with all organization safety procedures, including meeting periodically with city inspectors to ensure facility compliance and checking buildings to ensure safety compliance such as fire but not limited to. On call 24 hours a day in case of emergency, as Master Keyholder. Overtime as needed/assigned. Schedule flexibility is a must - Works Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays when requested. Master Keyholder responsible for opening and closing agency worksites. Keeping up to date on building repair methods by attending trainings as budget allows. Performs other duties as assigned, including cross-training with Maintenance. May fill in for custodial staff as needed. Perform all other duties as assigned. MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Education: High School Diploma or GED Preferred Minimum Years of Experience: of two (2) years of experience in carpentry, electrical, and plumbing skills preferred. Demonstrate skills in: carpentry, electrical, and plumbing skills Knowledge of: Ability to read blueprints as well as knowledge of blueprint and construction specifications. Knowledge of methods, materials and equipment used in building maintenance and repair. Ability to perform moderately heavy manual work. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with other employees and the general public. Driving Required: YES Agency Vehicle: YES Employee's Own Vehicle: YES Active Driver License in good standing required upon hire and throughout employment Physical and TB Required: YES ADA COMPLIANCE Physical Ability: Tasks involve the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on climbing and balancing, but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds). Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate odors. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate depths. Most tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Environmental Factors: Tasks are regularly performed with potential exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as strong odors, fumes, dusts, wetness, humidity, machinery, and toxic/poisonous agents M-F 7:30a-4p

Job Description Our Mission “Preparing Our Community to Meet Life's challenges.” We help everyone who comes to our door with resources for both immediate needs and long-term goals. Our network of programs, services, and experiences strengthen individuals, families, and communities and provides opportunities for growth and economic stability. Come join our team! When you become an employee at the Community Renewal Team (CRT), you will join a host of others with an average tenure of nine years of service. Some of our employees have celebrated more than twenty + years of service. You'll participate in fun activities, themed- employee appreciation events, organization sponsored golf tournaments, etc. We celebrate the accomplishments of employees using our Wall of Excellence highlighting employees of the month. Opportunities to grow within the organization are plentiful. Most of our employees started in entry level positions and have been promoted throughout their career. BENEFITS 401K with a matching employer contribution, medical, dental, vision, HSA Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability (STD)/Long- Term Disability (LTD), and an Employee Assistance Program. Eligible employees are also able to participate in agency sponsored educational opportunities. Eligible employees receive ten paid vacation days, six sick paid days annually, and two personal days paid annually. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. Work on cold and hot line readying meals for delivery with knowledge of clientele's dietary restrictions. Setting up and breaking down serving lines. Understand therapeutic diets and how to make proper menu adjustments. Attention to detail when reading client labels for accuracy. Get bread bagged and ready for daily count. Assemble menu alternates for ECE. Portions and assembles food for home delivered meals and other nutrition programs. Package and seal meals for distribution. Regular attendance Attend and complete all mandatory trainings Assist in the storage of foods and checking refrigerators to ensure that all foods are wrapped, labeled and dated. Ensures that refrigerators are cleaned. Understands and uses chemical properly. Uses proper PPE's when using chemicals for cleaning. Maintains daily temperature records. Responsible for maintaining kitchen work area and equipment in a sanitary condition. Assist in monitoring pantry stock items and informs management of items running low and in need of re-ordering. Ability to work on your feet and in a standing position for an extended period of time. Ability to lift and transport heavy carts as needed. Clean kitchen and other areas that need to be cleaned at the end of each day and according to cleaning schedule. ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS Interacts with all customers/fellow employees in a manner that is respectful of their human dignity as evidenced by consistently cooperative and courteous behaviors. Recognizes when others are in need of information, direction or assistance and provides help as evidenced by feedback and observation. Understands and appreciates the value and contribution of other employees as demonstrated by sensitivity to their needs, teamwork and constructive feedback. Is creative in approach to customer service within the bounds of job authority and responsibility as evidenced by customer feedback and submission of ideas for improvement. Communicates with all customers/fellow employees in a sensitive and caring way including actively listening. Utilize appropriate body language. Uses time constructively and perform responsibilities cooperatively. Reports problems promptly. Supports change as they occur. Uses proper safety techniques and complies with all organization safety procedures. Possess high personal integrity, a caring attitude and portray a positive image. Performs all other duties as assigned. MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Education: High school diploma Minimum Years of Experience: At least one (1) year of training working in food service or related field. Active Certification in good Standing: Must have a valid Serv Safe Food Handler Certificate Demonstrate skills in: Ability to follow written and oral instructions. Ability to work with others with minimum supervision. Able to interpret menus and portion appropriate. Knowledge: knowledge in working in food service or related field, preparing meals, using proper safety techniques and complying with safety procedures. ADA COMPLIANCE Physical Ability: Tasks involve the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on climbing and balancing, but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds). Standing on feet for up to 7 hours a day. Willing go in and out of refrigerator freezer. Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate depths. Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Some tasks require oral communications ability. 6:30a-2p

Our Mission “Preparing Our Community to Meet Life's challenges.” We help everyone who comes to our door with resources for both immediate needs and long-term goals. Our network of programs, services, and experiences strengthen individuals, families, and communities and provides opportunities for growth and economic stability . Come join our team! When you become an employee at the Community Renewal Team (CRT), you will join a host of others with an average tenure of nine years of service. Some of our employees have celebrated more than twenty + years of service. You'll participate in fun activities, themed- employee appreciation events, organization sponsored golf tournaments, etc. We celebrate the accomplishments of employees using our Wall of Excellence highlighting employees of the month. Opportunities to grow within the organization are plentiful. Most of our employees started in entry level positions and have been promoted throughout their career. BENEFITS 401K with a matching employer contribution, medical, dental, vision, HSA Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability (STD)/Long- Term Disability (LTD), and an Employee Assistance Program. Eligible employees are also able to participate in agency sponsored educational opportunities. Eligible employees receive ten paid vacation days, six sick paid days annually, and two personal days paid annually. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES The Clinician Bilingual - Level 2 coordinates and provides clinical services. Provides specialized group and/or one on one counseling services. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. Provides crisis intervention services in response to emotional and/or physical distress. Provides diagnostic evaluations to customers and referrals to Licensed Clinician for treatment Ensures adherence to infection control practices. Makes referrals to outside programs for medical and/or psychological intervention. Collects urine specimens for drug screening. Provides counseling services to mentally ill, alcohol dependent and/or homeless AIDS/HIV positive customers. Assesses customers in order to formulate treatment needs. Orients new patients to treatment program(s). Participates in treatment planning and individual and/or group counseling. Identify potential customers and provide them with information about the Agency programs. Develop, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive treatment plan with each participants maintaining regular contact. Complete required paperwork (including customer records) in a timely fashion. Maintain customer confidentiality. Provide on-going liaison, referral and advocacy for participants with social service providers, with particular emphasis on self-empowerment for participants to independently access needed services. Participate in team meetings and seminars and trainings as stipulated by Supervisor. Participate with community providers as it relates to programs contents area. Provide presentations about programs to various agencies and other referring agencies on a monthly basis. ADDIT I ONAL JOB FUNCTIONS Attend all trainings as applicable to your credentials. Participation in planning and implementing a minimum of one monthly group activity for program participants, including but limited to: life skills, education, empowerment/support recovery groups, recreational activities and/or field trips. Perform other duties as assigned. MIINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION Education: Master's degree in social science required Minimum Years of Experience: minimum 3 years related clinical with homelessness, mental health or substance use. Active Certification in good Standing: License required LMSW (Licensed Social Worker), LADC (Licensed Alcohol Drug Abuse Counselor), LMFT (Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist) LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor), or LPCA (Licensed Professional Counselor Associate) Demonstrate skills: Organizational and time management skills. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to motivate on a group and individual basis. Experience working with participants from diverse ethnic and economic backgrounds. Familiarity with living issues and vocational/educational assessments and trainings. Must have a working knowledge with computer systems. Knowledge: Knowledge with the HIV/AIDS, mental health & substance use disorders (co-occurring) is required. Knowledge of social services in Hartford. Demonstrate ability to work in collaboration with other service providers. Experience in facilitating groups preferred. Knowledge of Human Services, Criminal Justice and the Court systems is preferred. Knowledge of substance use and target population helpful. Counseling background preferred. Ability to interact with people of diverse backgrounds required. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to compile written reports and maintain case notes. Schedules may be changed at any time to accommodate program needs. Physical and TB Required: Yes, required prior to appointment Bilingual: Required- Language Spanish ADA COMPLIANCE Physical Ability: Tasks involve sedentary to light work, involving some reaching, handling, fingering and/or feeling of objects and materials. Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Some tasks require oral communications ability. Environmental Factors: Tasks are regularly performed with exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, violence, disease, or pathogenic substances.

Health/Nutrition Coordinator DEPARTMENT: Early Care and Education FLSA STATUS: Exempt REPORTS TO: Director of Education The purpose of this position is to support the Agency's needs by providing Health and Nutritional services to families and children of Early Care and Education. Provide training to parents and staff when needed, assist with various tasks and maintain reporting on all services provided to children. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. Coordinate delivery of health-related services for children. Develop and maintain care plans for children with medical conditions. Ensure needed medical treatment per doctor's orders. Provide education to families, children, and staff on health, nutrition and safety. Assist families with resources for dental and medical providers and work with Social Service staff to arrange health care appointments and to assist families in securing such services. Ensure timely written parental authorization for all health services. Distribute a written plan of action for medical and dental emergencies to all centers. Follow up on lab results (HGB, HCT, Lead, TB) and dental for children. Assist children with nutritional concerns (food allergies and weight issues). Collaborate with Registered Dietitian to develop and maintain care plans for children with complex allergies or nutritional needs. Check enrollment files for Px, immunizations, health/nutrition history. Maintain children's health files and update Px and immunizations and record data in Child Plus. Monitor hand washing and dental hygiene as needed. Prepare yearly immunization survey for state of Connecticut. Provide OSHA, CPR, and First Aid training for staff as needed. Assist staff with DCF reporting. Assure strict confidentially of all information. Establish effective communications with teachers, parents and other staff members. ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS Attend prestart meetings for medically fragile children. Use community resources to network with other agencies in the Hartford/Middlesex community. Monitor supplies, inventory, and storage. Deliver equipment (first aid kits, toothbrushes, etc.) to classrooms. Update and report to Instructional Leader, Assistant Director or designee staff that are in need of certifications including CPR, first aid and medication, epi-pen. Ensure Unit Managers receive copies. Attend courses, in-service trainings and professional workshops to maintain Registered Dietitian status and for continued professional growth. Maintain documentation of continuing education. Ensure safe working environment and follow all agency safety procedures and reporting. Perform all other duties as assigned. MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Education: Bachelor's degree in Public Health/Community Health, Nursing, Nutrition or a related field required. Minimum Years of Experience: Work experience in Early Care and Education preferred. Demonstrated Skills: Database and Microsoft Office competency required. Driving Requirement: YES Agency Vehicle: NO Employee's Own Vehicle: YES Active driver license in good standing required upon hire and throughout employment. Some use of personal vehicle required. Physical and TB Required: YES - Physical required upon hire and every 2 years. TB required upon hire. ADA COMPLIANCE Physical Ability: Tasks involve sedentary to light work, involving some reaching, handling, fingering and/or feeling of objects and materials. Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Some tasks require oral communications ability. Environmental Factors: Tasks are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, violence, disease, or pathogenic substances. M-F 8a-4p

Our Mission “Preparing Our Community to Meet Life's challenges.” We help everyone who comes to our door with resources for both immediate needs and long-term goals. Our network of programs, services, and experiences strengthen individuals, families, and communities and provides opportunities for growth and economic stability. Come join our team! When you become an employee at the Community Renewal Team (CRT), you will join a host of others with an average tenure of nine years of service. Some of our employees have celebrated more than twenty + years of service. You'll participate in fun activities, themed- employee appreciation events, organization sponsored golf tournaments, etc. We celebrate the accomplishments of employees using our Wall of Excellence highlighting employees of the month. Opportunities to grow within the organization are plentiful. Most of our employees started in entry level positions and have been promoted throughout their career. JOB DETAILS Position Title: Guest Service Aide - East Hartford Shelter Department: Veterans and Shelters FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Program Manager and/ or Assistant Program Manager GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES The purpose of this position is to support the Agency's needs by providing services of safety and security to all Guests and staff at the shelter. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. · Complete all admission/intake paperwork completely with new Guests. Forward all paperwork to the appropriate party. · Review the program handbook with new Guests and provide a brief orientation of the Program. · When guest enter the program, check all bags for contraband and to ensure that the Guests have not exceeded their maximum amount of allotted belongings in the room. · Monitor Guests behavior to ensure the safety and security of all Guests, Staff, and facilities. · Conduct Guest room checks and facility checks (both inside and outside the facility). Results will be documented in the hourly logs. · Assist in the periodic, Guest Room Reviews, where a team of staff will check rooms for contraband, excessive food and belonging, room damage, and cleanliness. · Assist in distribution of meals when needed. · Complete all necessary documentation including log entries and incident reports in accordance with program policies and procedures. · De-escalate confrontations when possible to ensure the safety of Guests and Staff. · Ensure that Guests are keeping their room clean and organized at all times. Provide additional cleaning supplies if needed. · Assist with the removal of excess garbage from rooms when necessary. · Provide guidance on personal hygiene and maintain guest personal hygiene supplies. · Attend monthly staff meetings. · Assist families in the morning as Guests leave for school, work, and programming. ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS · Accept and catalog donations as they are brought to the shelter. · Perform other duties as assigned. · Distribute Guest Mail · Knowledge in HMIS · Basic computer skills · Position is considered “Essential Staff” and must come to work during inclement weather and may be mandated to stay to ensure appropriate staffing levels. MINIMUM TRAINING EXPERIENCE AND HEALTH CERTIFICATIONS Education: High school diploma or Associate's degree in the human service field required. Minimum Years of Experience: one (1) year of experience in related field required. Active Certification: in good standing in Non-violent Crisis Intervention, CPR and Community First Aid and Safety license, trained in the use of Narcan, Mandated Reporter Training (child and/or elderly abuse), Suicide Prevention Training Knowledge of: mental health and substance abuse; have excellent written and oral communication skills and working with the homeless population. Driving Required: NO Physical and TB Required: YES ADA COMPLIANCE Physical Ability: Tasks involve the regular and, at times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds). Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate depths. Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Some tasks require oral communications ability. Ability to communicate effectively with guest, staff, and volunteers. Environmental Factors: Tasks are regularly performed with potential exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as strong odors, fumes, dusts, wetness, humidity, machinery, and toxic/poisonous agents. Risk of exposure to Tuberculosis and other contagious diseases and viruses. Risk of exposure to blood borne pathogens.

Our Mission “Preparing Our Community to Meet Life's challenges.” We help everyone who comes to our door with resources for both immediate needs and long-term goals. Our network of programs, services, and experiences strengthen individuals, families, and communities and provides opportunities for growth and economic stability. Come join our team! When you become an employee at the Community Renewal Team (CRT), you will join a host of others with an average tenure of nine years of service. Some of our employees have celebrated more than twenty + years of service. You'll participate in fun activities, themed- employee appreciation events, organization sponsored golf tournaments, etc. We celebrate the accomplishments of employees using our Wall of Excellence highlighting employees of the month. Opportunities to grow within the organization are plentiful. Most of our employees started in entry level positions and have been promoted throughout their career. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES The Community Response Specialist is an integrated peer specialist and case manager who is responsible for responding to crisis calls. In nature, these calls will have an inherent high risk associated with them as individuals may be suffering from mental health and/or substance use. He/she is to serve as a liaison/link/intermediary between health/social services and the community to facilitate access to services and improve the quality and cultural competence of service delivery. This position is responsible for being a trusted member of the community, where they can be engaged to provide psychosocial support to participants who were at increased need for an array of community-based harm reduction services. The general duties are to develop authentic peer-to-peer relationships to promote recovery, referrals to appropriate treatment resources and supports, and, to promote safety for persons in crisis. All activities are designed to be consistent with CRT's Salesforce ISP service model, based on educating and empowering individuals for self- advocacy and to make self-identified changes in their lives with reducing need for emergency services. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES This position is considered as an essential employee and will be expected to work during inclement weather, holiday and based on business needs. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. Respond to crisis calls and/or referrals. Perform outreach activities and prevention education to foster good community relations, educate about program services and assess needs in Hartford neighborhoods where there is high crime and utilization of 911 for crisis intervention. Engage high-risk, hard to reach people who struggle with mental health, drug use, or engage in sex work. Identify potential recruitment locations. Engage in dialogue with participants and other community members to continually improve our services and ensure that CRT is operating its sites and engaging in outreach activities in the best locations at the best times. Culturally appropriate harm reduction, health promotion, and health education such as safer sex and safer drug use education. This also includes distribution of harm reduction supplies such as syringes (and collection of used syringes) and other health-related resources and tools in accordance with public health regulations. In a manner consistent with Harm Reduction principles, provide substance use and sexual risk assessments and discuss individualized risk reduction and harm reduction strategies (including safer injection practices; safer sex practices; overdose prevention and reversal; drug use management techniques; HIV, HCV and STI prevention; and other topics relevant to people who use drugs, or participate in other high-risk behaviors). Manage a caseload of program participants and provide low-threshold referrals and connect participants with medical care, substance use and mental health treatment, and other life-stabilizing services. Solicit and track feedback from participants to ensure that the agencies to which we refer are effective and treat participants with respect and in a manner appropriate to harm reduction programs. This includes, helping connect to schedule appointments to identified service/resource. Emphasizes person-centered, recovery-oriented approaches and interventions Prepares participants to recognize and respond to various mental health and addiction crises, including trauma; develop effective communication and connection skills. Establish and maintain enhanced communication between community members and providers Model proper participant engagement and outreach Provide guidance and mentorship as necessary. Keep accurate, consistent, complete records and data on all program activities and/ or participants; provide program director with reports in a timely manner. Prepare, set up and dismantle program sites and other program materials. Ensure the integrity of the sites, and maintain inventory of program supplies and bi-lingual educational materials Complete vehicle daily maintenance logs which include oil, tires, gas, and structural checks. Document and report any incidents or accidents within 24 hours of occurrence. Ensure that vehicles are kept clean, properly stocked, and ready for service Must be available to work a varied schedule, late evenings, weekends, and unconventional hours. Perform all other duties as assigned. MINIMUM TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, AND HEALTH CERTIFICATIONS Education: Associates with an approved combination of experience, certification, and/ or education. Minimum Years of Experience: A minimum of three years of experience in client case management. Active Certification in good Standing: Certified Recovery Specialist and Community Health Worker Certification is required. Must have and/or acquire both certifications within 6 months of employment. Demonstrate skills: Ability to manage diverse operations, effectively multi-task and a style that encourages creativity, growth, collaboration, problem solving, open communication and accountability. Organized, self-motivated team-player, with strong interpersonal and communication skills. Proficient in MS Office Suite and in using technology for data collection as a management reporting tool. Ability to compile written reports and maintain case notes. Ability to work with diverse, multicultural populations. Ability and willingness to be hands-on and solve problems as they arise. Willingness to work outdoors (sometimes in inclement weather). Knowledge: Knowledge of local community resources. Must have lived experience, and a working knowledge of mental health, substance use, and co-occurring treatment systems. Physical and TB Required: Yes, prior to appointment Bilingual: Preferred - Language Spanish Driving Required: Yes Agency Vehicle: Yes Employee's Own Vehicle: Yes, with proof of auto liability ins. Active Driver License in good standing required upon hire and throughout employment PREFERRED EXPERIENCE Significant work and personal life experience with substance use, PLWHA, women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ community, sex work, and the formerly incarcerated. Skills in the areas of harm reduction up to including safer injection, safer drug use techniques, and overdose prevention, HIV and HCV prevention and treatment desired. Significant ties to the Hartford community and resources available. Experience in advancing an agenda of equal rights and social justice for marginalized people. Ability to adapt to rapid change Experience working in high risk, fast paced, environments ADA COMPLIANCE Physical Ability: Tasks involve the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds). Sensory Requirements: All tasks require visual perception and discrimination and the ability to communicate daily in oral and written form. Environmental Factors: Tasks performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, violence, disease, or pathogenic substances. Sunday-Thursday 1 - 10 PM Sunday-Thursday 1 - 10 PM

JOB DESCRIPTION Case Manager - Community Health Worker DEPARTMENT: Senior Services FLSA STATUS: Non - Exempt PAY GRADE: 8 Reporting to the Project Director, the Case Manager - Community Health Worker (CHW) will maintain individual files and assist seniors obtain services and resources that will improve health outcomes, including services that connect seniors with health care resources and public assistance programs, help build healthier environments, and provide services to address the social determinants of health. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position. Provide comprehensive care coordination to customers using the STS process, maintain individual records including file maintenance, file purging, completing necessary forms, including Universal Intake; Monitor and document customers progress and adherence to Individualized Service Plan and individualized services. Ensure that all intake information is entered accurately into STS. Coordinate services for individuals relative to senior services programs and connects individuals to resources in the community and continue follow up as appropriate. Interview customers on site or through home visits to provide barrier free access to case management services. Coordinate with Town Renter Rebate program, set up appointments with customers and inform customers of documents needed. Advocate and mediate for customers with physicians, nursing homes, state agencies and assist families in obtaining greater understanding of the process. Assist customers with entitlement programs to include at minimum: Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment, Medicare, Title 19, SNAP application and re-determination of benefits. Coordinate and set up workshops and/or activities for seniors, to include at minimum enhancing health literacy and empowerment, improving access to insurance, and promoting economic stability. Serve as a liaison to community organizations in an effort to have collaborative partnership with healthcare providers and community stakeholders. Refer clients for other core medical services and monitor/document such linkages Will have access to confidential information. Other duties as assigned. MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE CHOICES (CT Health insurance assistance, Outreach, Information and referral Counseling and Eligibility Screening) certified preferred. Or will obtain CHOICES certification within six months of employment. Community Health Worker Certification. Or obtain a certificate within six months of employment High School Diploma with 2 years of experience working with seniors. Knowledge of the community. Bicultural/bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail in a fast-paced environment. Driving Required: Yes Personal Vehicle: Yes ADA COMPLIANCE Physical Ability: Tasks involve the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds). Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Some tasks require oral communications ability. Environmental Factors: Tasks are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, violence, disease, or pathogenic substances. M-F 8:30a-4p