Family Development Housing Counselor

CAPSTONE COMMUNITY ACTION INC • Morrisville, VT

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Capstone Community Action is seeking a full-time, in-person FCSS Housing Counselor for its Morrisville office. The position supports families and individuals experiencing a housing crisis because they are unhoused or at risk of losing housing. The counselor provides advocacy, mediation, assessment, planning, and creative conflict resolution through respectful communication while connecting participants with resources. The role is part of a team and reports to the Housing Programs Manager. Participant support takes place in the office and in the community, including home visits as needed based on participant needs and program requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related human service field or equivalent, plus four years of experience in human services or human development.
• Demonstrated knowledge of human services, domestic violence issues, adult development, and the education and human service networks in Central Vermont.
• Willingness to learn about and work with Correctional and Judicial systems in Central Vermont if not already informed.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to poverty-related issues and the barriers faced by people with low incomes.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Home telephone, reliable insured vehicle for transportation, and valid Vermont driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Support families and individuals who are unhoused or at risk of losing housing.
• Provide advocacy, mediation, assessment, and planning.
• Use creative conflict resolution and respectful communication.
• Connect participants with resources.
• Provide participant support in the office and in the community, including home visits as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time