various positions, Pathways to Housing

Posted by on June 03, 2013

Pathways to Housing PA, as originators of the Housing First model, seeks to transform individual lives by ending homelessness and supporting recovery for those with psychiatric disabilities. We believe that housing is a basic human right, and aspire to change the practice of homeless services by; providing immediate access to permanent independent apartments, without preconditions and setting the standard for services driven by consumer choice that support recovery and community integration.

We are searching for highly committed men and women with diverse talents and skills.  Please read below if you’re interested in joining our Pathways team.

Finance Director
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Finance Director is responsible for the agency’s financial plans and policies, its accounting practices, the conduct of its relationships with lending institutions and the financial community, the maintenance of its fiscal records, and the preparation of financial reports for Management and/or the Board.  The Director will continue to build and manage effective and streamlined administrative and financial systems.  Minimum of 5 years financial leadership experience and Master’s degree or CPA required.

Assistant Team Leader – Team 1
The Assistant Team Leader (ATL) is a member of the modified Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team who provides flexible, community based services that are designed to promote the stability, recovery and community integration of formerly homeless individuals who have a mental illness and may abuse substances.  The Assistant Team Leader, in collaboration with the team, coordinates and provides services for all clients on the team in a compassionate and responsible manner. The ATL is required to assume leadership and fulfill all functions and responsibilities of the Team Leader in his/her absence.  Master’s degree required.

RN/Service Coordinator – Team 4
The Registered Nurse/Service Coordinator is an integral part of the modified Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team, who provides flexible, community based nursing services designed to promote stability, recovery and community integration of formerly homeless individuals who have a mental illness and abuse substances.   Responsibilities are implemented within the framework of agency policy, professional ethics, legal scope of practice and regulatory guidelines.  RN & BSN required.

Accountant (1 position)
The Accountant is;  responsible for assisting with routine and ad-hoc accounting activities for the accounting department;  a primary financial contact regarding client accounting operations to management such as Team Leaders and the Housing Department;  maintains the daily activities, including but not limited to, processing representative payee client payments, accounts payable for clients/operating, bank deposits, booking daily deposits and reporting activities, review of contract applications if needed, responsible for ensuring a timely and accurate reporting for month end close and miscellaneous projects.  Additionally, the Accountant possesses willingness to research and resolve accounting issues for one or more entity.  Bachelor’s degree required.

Community Integration Coordinator – Team 4
The Community Integration Coordinator works with the teams to manage client benefit applications, provide team support and coordinate and attend meaningful daytime activity for program participants.  The Team 4 CIC works in tandem across teams to manage the coordination of Philadelphia Housing Authority Vouchers (whether Blueprint, Safe Haven or VASH) for new clients coming in and for current clients who can “flip” from a HUD Subsidy and SSVF VA Benefits.  Some college preferred.

Certified Peer Specialist (full or part-time) 2 positions – Team 3 & 4
The Certified Peer Specialist is a member of the modified Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team who provides flexible, community based services that are designed to promote the stability, recovery and community integration of formerly homeless individuals who have a mental illness and may abuse substances.  The CPS works with individuals in their community environment assisting them in their recovery through self disclosure, instilling a sense of hope, encouragement, and vision in the future. The CPS assists clients to: better understand their mental illness; promote self-advocacy; develop interpersonal skills and social support/networks; reinforce budgeting skills to allow greater independence in management of funds; develop leisure and recreational activity planning skills; integrate with self-help support groups and other community avenues toward advancing their personal recovery objectives.  Prefer a Veteran for the Team 4 position.

If interested in any of these positions, please send an email with cover letter and resume to hr@pathwaystohousingpa.org.  In the subject line, please indicate which position.

Pathways is an equal opportunity employer.   It is our policy to afford equal employment opportunity to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, gender identity or sexual orientation.