CAREERS

DIVERSION SPECIALIST, Norwalk CT

Shelter Diversion is a strategy that prevents homelessness at the front door of the homeless response system by helping people identify immediate alternative housing arrangements and, if necessary, connecting them with services and financial assistance to help them return to permanent housing. The Fairfield County Coordinated Access Network (FFC CAN) Diversion Specialists will provide support during the time of crisis, engagement with the homeless response system, and the return to permanent housing in the community. This position emphasizes continuous engagement of individuals and/or families in creative problem solving and light-touch case management in developing an individualized plan to end their housing instability and return to safe, stable housing.

GILLESPIE CENTER PROGRAM DIRECTOR, WESTPORT CT

The Gillespie Center Program Director is a management position of Homes with Hope (HWH) in Westport, CT, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. The Program Director is responsible for the operation of the agency's emergency shelter for single persons, the Gillespie Center for men (15 beds) and Hoskins' Place for women (4 beds). The position reports to the Vice President/ COO.