CAN Director: Housing Access & Community Solutions Leader

New Opportunities, Inc.; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 89,544,000 - 103,320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with matching contributions

Vacation Time

Personal Time

Sick Time

Holiday Pay

Job summary

New Opportunities, Inc. is seeking a full-time CAN coordinator to support the Coordinated Access Network for Meriden/Middletown/Wallingford. You will supervise frontline staff, coordinate housing referrals, and oversee HMIS data quality to ensure efficient service delivery for homeless clients.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in social services or related field and at least two years of experience in housing case management or community organizing. A valid CT driver’s license is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social services or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in housing case management, advocacy, or community organizing is required.
• Knowledge of HMIS and related data concepts is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate CAN functions with partner agencies and troubleshoot system issues.
• Supervise front-line staff for CAN assessments, housing referrals, and data collection.
• Maintain relationships with CAN members and leadership.
• Monitor shelter wait lists and prioritize bed usage per policy.
• Report updates and provide policy recommendations at CAN meetings.
• Oversee housing placement activities and track progress with providers.

Skills

Advocacy & comms

Group facilitation

Public speaking

Research & data

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in social services or related field

Tools

HMIS

Job description

New Opportunities, Inc. is seeking a full-time CAN coordinator to support the Coordinated Access Network for Meriden/Middletown/Wallingford. You will supervise frontline staff, coordinate housing referrals, and oversee HMIS data quality to ensure efficient service delivery for homeless clients.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in social services or related field and at least two years of experience in housing case management or community organizing. A valid CT driver’s license is preferred.