Action Inc.

We are so excited to announce that starting today, at 11:00 AM, you will be able to access our Community Services, Housing Services, and Fuel Assistance Program all under one roof at our 180 Main Street Office in Gloucester! Visit the link below to learn more and view the full press release: https://lnkd.in/eXNrQz5h

Looking for a way to support people in your community? Shop the Welcome Home Wishlist to provide basic household essentials for people who are moving into homes after experiencing homelessness. Visit our website to download a flyer & learn more https://lnkd.in/etUdQfXa Or shop the Wishlist here https://lnkd.in/e7ABJqE4

Congratulations to our amazing Board of Directors Secretary, Margaret Driscoll! She has just been appointed to the Cape Ann Savings Bank Board of Trustees! Way to go!

With the announcement of free tuition for community college in Massachusetts, there is no better time than now to receive your HiSET/GED Diploma through our Adult Education program. To learn more about our high school equivalency preparation course, please call 978-559-7230.

Are you passionate about clean energy? Do you want to help community members in a meaningful way? Do you enjoy working with your hands in a job that offers variety each day? Action Inc. is seeking candidates join our Energy Services team as HVAC Systems Specialist.?#hiring https://lnkd.in/efxWuce9

Want to be a part of a team that provides help, hope, and support when people need it the most? Action Inc. is seeking candidates that are passionate about helping others make a positive change in their lives to join our Housing Services team as a Behavioral Health Clinician. #hiring

We are pleased to welcome three new additions to our Board of Directors: Melinda Volckmann-Vining - Director of Senior Services at the Council On Aging, representing the Town of Ipswich. Sarah McLanahan – Licensed Social Worker, Grants Associate for Pathways for Children, representing low income families on Cape Ann. Daniel A. Boone - Retired engineer, Board Member and Treasurer of the Ipswich Refugee Program, and dedicated Council On Aging volunteer. Their expertise will be invaluable to our already outstanding Board of Directors.

We're hiring! Homeless Services Navigator Summary:?Complete intakes, assessments, provide referrals and coordinate with partner agencies to ensure complete access to available resources for shelter guests and unhoused community members. Serve as the Coordinated Entry (CE) program specialist and agency point of contact. Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 9:00-5:00 Benefits:?Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Holidays, Life Insurance, AD&D, Long Term Disability, EAP, 403(b) with generous match after first year Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Serve as the primary navigator for guests of the emergency shelter. - Assist clients with coordination of available public benefits and assist with the application processes for such benefit- including but not limited to public housing, Section 8 and SNAP. - Provide continued outreach and follow up services to those clients who have been housed. - Attend shelter staff meeting to ensure service coordination for guests between the shelter and main office in addition to working collaboratively between the Housing and Community Services departments. - Meet with households in person or over the phone to discuss the CE entry prioritization and waitlist system and conduct CE assessments with those interested in participating. - Record CE assessment in VESTA. - Obtain a signed data confidentiality agreement from each client whose information is entered into VESTA. - Receive and respond to calls from housing providers to assist in connecting with clients selected through the CE process. - Participate in the CE subcommittee in addition to maintaining contact with the CE program administrative staff when requested to discuss concerns and issues. - Provide outreach services to unhoused individuals to attempt to engage them in services. - Enter and update information on clients served in internal databases in a timely fashion, meeting all mandatory deadlines. - Act in the best interest of the organization, reflecting the values of teamwork, collaboration and mutual respect. - Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: - BS degree in Human Services or related field or 3 years of relevant work experience. - Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. - Reliable, responsible, highly organized and willing to take initiative. - Able to multi-task, prioritize, and meet deadlines. - Must possess a high degree of confidentiality and sensitivity to client health care status. - Must also possess a high degree of skill using Microsoft Office products and internet resources. Physical Demands:?Must be able to lift, move and carry up to 15 lbs. Massachusetts Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI). Name-based criminal record check (CORI) returns information on available Massachusetts arraignments. To apply or learn more, visit the link below: https://lnkd.in/efHQDuUc

We're hiring! Behavioral Health Clinician Summary:?The Behavioral Health Clinician provides individual and group counseling services to guests at Action Inc.'s Emergency Shelter, clients in the Housing First program, as well as other Housing Services clients, as capacity allows. The (BHC) is based out of the emergency shelter located in Gloucester. Hours:?Full-time, exempt, 35 hours per week. Monday-Friday (early morning and/or later evening hours required but are flexible) Benefits:?Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Holidays, Life Insurance, AD&D, Long Term Disability, EAP, 403(b) with generous match after first year Hiring Bonus: $500 at the successful completion of 3 months and additional $1,000 after the completion of 6 months. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Provide one-on-one mental health and substance abuse counseling to individuals who have experienced or are currently experiencing homelessness. - Facilitate support and psychoeducational groups, seeking feedback on topics from clients and staff. - Employ trauma informed, recovery oriented, strengths-based, and person-centered treatment techniques that are culturally aware and informed. - Engage in brief intervention therapy, making referrals to community resources and ensuring a smooth transition. - Stay knowledgeable of and collaborate with other community services to ensure appropriate referrals and services for clients. - Maintain confidentiality of all client communication and meetings. - Enter and update information on clients served in internal database in a timely fashion, meeting all mandatory deadlines. - Attend staff meetings to review group and individual issues within the Shelter and Housing First programs. - Attend and participate in departmental, organization-wide and other meetings. - Participate in biweekly supervision with the Director of Housing Services, who is an LICSW and?can provide clinical supervision for licensure. - Act in the best interest of the organization, reflecting the values of teamwork, collaboration, and mutual respect. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in social work or related field required, Master's preferred - Must have Licensure or be license eligible - 1-2 years of previous, relevant experience - Ability to work with diverse populations - Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a team. - Massachusetts Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI). - Name-based criminal record check (CORI) returns information on available Massachusetts arraignments. ? To apply or learn more, please visit https://lnkd.in/e6Ah3yVm

We had a wonderful time at our annual Spring Breakfast yesterday. Thank you to everyone who attended. It is always great to see our amazing team, partners, and friends together.