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Capstone Community Action, Inc. Disaster Recovery Case Managers in Barre, Vermont
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Notice of Open Position
Disaster Recovery Case Manager
July 2024
Since 1965, Capstone Community Action has supported individuals and families in Central Vermont in achieving stability and rising
out of poverty. Guided by Capstones mission to create resilient households and communities and to advance justice in social,
economic, and environmental policy, our programs and services focus on supporting individuals and families in making ends meet,
building stronger families, creating warm and healthy homes, and opening doors to economic opportunity.
Position: In response to the devastation caused by the historic rainfall and flooding in 2023, a 2-year, Statewide Flood Recovery
Program, led by Capstone Community Action and in collaboration with disaster recovery partners, was launched to provide
emergency case management services to help rebuild Vermonts communities.
With over a year left for this program to provide critical support to the disaster recovery efforts, Capstone is seeking Case Managers
to join the team offering comprehensive services to survivors. Case Managers assess and address the unmet needs of eligible
survivors through individualized disaster recovery plans, monitor survivors progress toward goals, advocate on behalf of survivors to
ensure access to available resources, and document delivery of services. Currently, there is a specific need for a case manager with
strong interest and skills in data entry and organizational/systems orientation.
Qualifications: Required qualifications for the Disaster Recovery Case Management position include a combination of experience in
providing direct services to vulnerable populations and education related to human services or social work, with preferred
qualifications including a bachelors degree in human services or social work. Additional requirements include:
Understanding of issues related to poverty and barriers faced by people with low incomes and demonstrated respect and
positive regard for people accessing services.
Strong communication, de-escalation, and crisis intervention skills.
Familiarity with and willingness to work cooperatively with community resources and partners, including volunteers, long-
term recovery partners, and other service providers.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain documentation of services.
Ability to maintain professional boundaries.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Regional travel to client homes and other locations is required; candidates must have a valid drivers license, with an
acceptable driving record and access to a reliable, insured vehicle.
Compensation & Benefits: The Disaster Recovery Case Manager position is a limited-duration, full-time (40 hours/week) position
with a Monday-Friday schedule. Capstone offers competitive pay at \$21.13 to \$24.73/hour and generous paid time off, insurance,
and retirement plan benefits. Mileage reimbursement is provided for use of personal vehicle for work-related (non-commuting)
travel.
To Apply: Please send your resume and cover letter (preferred, but not required unless otherwise stated) and/or a completed
application (here or at capstonevt.org/careers) by email to jobs@capstonevt.org; applications may also be mailed via USPS mail to
Capstone Community Action Human Resources, 20 Gable Place, Barre, VT 05641. Please note that only applicants selected for an
interview will be contacted.
If you need assistance or an accommodation in the application process, please contact us at jobs@capstonevt.org or at 802-479-
1053.
Capstone Community Action is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to equity and inclusion in our
workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and consider applications for employment without regard to race,
religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military status, age, disability, genetic information,
citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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