At Christ House, the medically vulnerable men experiencing homelessness who come to us are not just our clients. When they are in our care, they are our neighbors and our community members. We opened our doors in 1985 as the first medical respite facility for sick, homeless patients in the country and are still the only such medical respite program for men experiencing homelessness in Washington, D.C. Since that time, we have remained on the cutting edge of conversation around radical hospitality, inclusion, and healing.
You will have no typical day here.
Addictions Counselor
Description: We are seeking a full-time addictions counselor or coach who can contribute to providing a safe, sober environment where our patients and members of our long-term housing program can benefit from treatment and recovery plans based in the 12 Steps.
The ideal candidate will have a patient, wise, strong, and compassionate approach to meeting our clients’ recovery needs.
The Nuts and Bolts:
- Co-lead a 10-week recovery course for patients
- Work in collaboration with the Addictions Case Manager to meet recovery needs of each client
- Responsible for urinalysis and alcohol screening tests
- Serve as part of an interdisciplinary team focused on each client’s medical, emotional, and mental health needs
- Perform crisis intervention when needed
- Provide 1:1 counseling/coaching to clients
- Lead weekly group meetings
- Assist with screening process for new clients in recovery housing program
Desired Skills and Experience:
- CAC Level I or Certified Life Coach with focus on addictions; CAC Level II preferred
- Thorough familiarity with the 12 Steps
- Strong interpersonal, engagement, organizational and time-management skills
- Solid written and verbal communication skills
- Competency with Microsoft Office
- Experience facilitating recovery groups
- Belief in radical hospitality
- Personal experience with the 12 Steps a plus
Benefits:
- Low cost medical, dental and vision insurance
- Employer-paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance
- 403B with employer contribution
- 15 days of vacation during 1st year of employment; personal leave; sick leave
We believe in the whole person and invest accordingly.
How to Apply: Please send your resume and cover letter to jobs@christhouse.org. Your subject line should read: “Addictions Counselor”.
Development and Communications Associate
Description: We are seeking a full-time Development and Communications Associate to assist our Director of Engagement and Resource Development with fundraising activities and the important task of telling the story of Christ House.
The Development and Communications Associate is a highly valued member of our two person Development Office. You will have the opportunity to make a significant impact through your work, wherein you will be granted a high level of independence. Make no mistake, your ideas will be heard and valued by your colleagues and superiors.
You will play a key role in sustaining the operations of Christ House by contributing to the important work that is fundraising. You will have the great responsibility and privilege of capturing compelling stories from individuals who have experienced significant adversity, your colleagues who are incredibly dedicated to the Christ House mission, and volunteers/donors/other members of the Christ House community who each bring their own unique backgrounds. You will have the opportunity to join a community of healing that benefits not only patients, but everyone who is a part of it.
Christ House is truly a place like no other. We’d love for you to experience it for yourself and join our team.
Development and Communications Associate Essential Responsibilities:
- Track, record, and ensure timely acknowledgement of all monetary and in-kind donations using DonorPerfect
- Serve as main customer service contact for Christ House donors
- Prepare regular reports from DonorPerfect
- Compose monthly thank you letters that incorporate a different patient story each month
- Write content for quarterly print newsletters; lay out copy and photos using InDesign; organize in-house bulk newsletter mailings
- Create content for monthly e-newsletter and Christ House blog
- Manage and update the Christ House website
- Manage the Christ House Facebook page and Instagram to maintain steady and positive presence for Christ House on social media
- Assist with front desk receptionist duties as needed
- Help with special projects (e.g. Year End activities, special fundraising days/events, etc.) as needed
- Clearly communicate the story of Christ House to the public in an engaging manner
Desired Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree required
- At least one year of work experience preferred
- Excellent writing skills are a must
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Intermediate computer skills with good understanding of database management including running queries and creating reports
- Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
- Proficiency in MS Office applications
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Experience with InDesign, Constant Contact, WordPress and/or DonorPerfect is a plus, but not required
- Experience working in development/fundraising is a plus, but not required
- Experience interacting/working with diverse and/or marginalized populations preferred
- A belief in radical hospitality, the possibility that homelessness will end one day, and that we are all part of one interconnected community
Other Important Details of the Job:
- We are very much a team at Christ House.
- We see work/life balance as a necessity.
- We value a candidate’s ability to conduct himself/herself with empathy and sensitivity just as much as we value his/her work ethic and writing skills.
- We do not have a large annual event (e.g. no galas, etc.).
- Persons of all or no religious faiths are encouraged to apply.
- Minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Benefits:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance with low out-of-pocket expenses
- Employer paid short and long term disability and life insurance
- 403B investment
- 15 days of vacation during 1st year of employment, paid personal leave, and paid sick leave
We believe in the whole person and invest accordingly.
How to Apply: Please send your resume, 2 page writing sample, and cover letter to jobs@christhouse.org. Your subject line should read: “Development and Communications Associate”. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis.
