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Newsbriefs Volume 19 Issue 12 June 4, 2015

New Hope Housing, Administration Office 8407-E Richmond Highway,

Alexandria, VA 22309 703-799-2293

Rethinking Homelessness since 1977

NEW HOPE HOUSING ANNUAL

Friday, June 19th 9:30 am (Breakfast served) - 3:30 pm

Lake Accotink– Lakeside Large Shelter 7500 Accotink Park Road

Springfield, VA 22150

We work hard, so let’s play hard! Come and enjoy a relaxing fun filled day at Lake Accotink Park with your New Hope Housing

team. This event will be a good ol’ fashioned picnic! There will be catered barbeque, music, dancing, miniature golf, boat rides, card & board games, and many more activities! Pam will also announce

the Employee of the Quarter and Year! You don’t want to miss it!

RSVP NOW (Deadline 6.5.15) [email protected]

PLEASE BRING THE FOLLOWING TO THE PICNIC (optional):

Comfortable SHOES (especially for walking/hiking scenic trails) Sunscreen Picnic Blanket Lounge Chairs Bug Repellent Bicycle (for riding along park trails)

Staff, As we start making plans for Staff Summer Fun Day, we need to be nominating employees for the Employee of the Quarter, and Employee of the Year awards. Selected employee will be presented at Staff Fun Day. The Employee of the Quarter receives recognition and a $250 cash award. The Employee of the Quarter receives recognition and a $1,000 cash award AND two tickets to the Gala. It's been a challenging year with adding new programs, finding housing, staff turnover, water pipes busting, cold weath-er, move in's and move out's, and I could go on for awhile. These two awards serve to recognize employees that have gone up and above their roles to provide the greatest ser-vices to our residents. Eligible employees include and employee who has served 6 months for the Employee of the Quar-ter and 12 months for the Employee of the Year. Management staff are not eligible. Employee of the Quarter is nominated by staff and selected by NHH Directors Employee of the Year is nominated by staff and selected by the Executive Team. Thank you everyone and get those nominations to me! Jo Mullen (Director of Human Resources)

Wear your New Hope Housing Logo

T-Shirt or Polo on Friday, June 19th!!!

Staff,

The countdown is on for our annual Staff Summer Fun Day!! For all our new employees, this is a day to get to know your fellow coworkers from other sites, have some fun, relax, and have some good food! And you get paid for it! Awesome, right?

Do you remember growing up and hearing things like, "wear your Sunday best, don't get your Sunday clothes dirty, you change out of those Sunday clothes before getting on that bike" etc. etc. ???

Well, here is your chance to do what you want with your "Sunday best".

All staff have been issued a eye popping orange polo shirt complete with the NHH logo. If you have not, contact Jan, our development director. This is New Hope Hous-ing's Sunday best. Not Jan, the polo shirt. Okay, maybe Jan too.

Now, if there is a chance you might get your "Sunday best" polo shirt dirty (think BBQ, water, playing games, kickball, bball, etc.), then you might want to choose to wear one of your NHH t-shirts from years past. Old tim-ers, if you still have some of the old, old, ones, you are encouraged to wear one. It's fun to see how we have changed over the years!

Didn't get a NHH T-shirt last year? No worries, just call LaKesha (703-799-2293 ext. 23), we have ordered a few for our new employees that were not with us last year. Looking forward to seeing everyone on the 19th!! Jo Mullen Director of Human Resources

Out of Poverty Spring Class of 2015

Graduation

June 15, 2015

6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Aldersgate United Methodist Church

1301 Collingwood Road

Alexandria, VA 22308

Dinner will be served

June 6-8

Fairfax County Government Center Grounds

12000 Government Center Parkway, Fairfax Celebrate Fairfax!, Northern Virginia’s largest community- wide celebration, will take place June 5-7, 2015 at the Fairfax County Government Center. Presented by Celebrate Fairfax, Inc, the annual festival hosts tens of thousands of visitors during the three-day run. The 25-acre site was magically filled with fascinating sights and sounds of more than 300 exhibitors, food vendors, and interactive activities. Celebrate Fairfax! showcases live concerts on nine stages, ExxonMobil Children’s Avenue, a petting zoo, the Fairfax County Karaoke Cham-pionship, carnival rides, and great festival foods. Another fun activity for kids is the Inova Train Ride.

Nightly fireworks, presented by Leidos, are a highlight of the festival, and one of many great family programs. This year’s Bud Light Main Stage will feature top national headline

performers who will be announced early next Spring.

For more information on any of the festival’s programs, or to become a part of the festival

as a volunteer, sponsor, performing artist, or simply to attend, please contact the Celebrate

Fairfax, Inc. office at 703-324-FAIR (3247). http://celebratefairfax.com/

Information

Festival Hours: Friday, June 5th from 6pm – 12am

Saturday, June 6th from 10am – 12am

Sunday, June 7th from 11am – 7pm

History A recipient of one of the International Festivals and Events Association’s top honors, Cele-brate Fairfax was named a Bronze Pinnacle Award winner in 2005 for its long-time quality and success. The festival was also a 2006 honoree as one of the Top 20 events in the Southeastern United States

http://celebratefairfax.com/

Chandra Beander– Kennedy Shelter Susan Keenan– NHH Admin Office LaKesha McGuire- NHH Admin Office Reed Livers- NHH Admin Office Nicole Dillon- NHH Admin Office Shanice Gomire- Next Steps Family Chavon Bell- Next Steps Family Ollie Dawson- Mondloch Place Samir Suarez- Next Steps Family Tonya Golden- Kennedy Shelter Priscilla Hess- Kennedy Shelter Luis Franco- Kennedy Shelter

Cash Pot- $350

Biggest Loser Takes ALL!

The “Get Fit Challenge” officially started Monday, May 4th and will end Friday, June 12th (6 weeks-40 days).

To join, each challenger paid a $25.00 participant fee that was added to the “Biggest Loser” winnings cash pot.

Each participant will tailor their own Fitness/Health and Wellness regime and complete (in good faith) the E.E.C Fitness Challenges.

The winner will be determined based off of change in weight and participants weigh-In every Friday.

Employee Engagement Committee Fitness Challenges 1. Schedule an appointment to get the following exams done:

Physical/Vision/Teeth

2. Download a phone app or get a pedometer to track how many steps are taken each day.

3. Create a food journal and track what they eat each day

4. Find a fitness/nutrition blog and follow it

5. Drink 3 bottles of water a day for 40 days

6. Do a high intensity activity (basketball, tennis, golf, football, roller blading….)

7. Go on a nature walk/hike solo or with family

8. Run or walk a mile

9. Bring their lunch to work for at least once a week

10. Do a 5/100 or 30 Day or Countdown Fitness Challenge (Total body or target area)

11. Eat clean and give up sugar for a week

Participant

Profiles Pt.2

Is there anything you’d like to say to your competitors?

Reed had nothing to say, because he’s bringing his competitive spirit into the

challenge (GAME ON)!

Program Site– NHH Admin Office Why did you join the NHH “Get Fit Challenge?”

To get fit and lose pounds. What physical activities do you like to do? Sports, hiking, running, and etc. What’s your life philosophy/motto? Have faith in God What will you do with the cash pot if you win the “Get Fit Challenge?” I have no idea.

Participant

Profiles Pt.2


“Bring it on!”

Program Site– NHH Admin Office Why did you join the NHH “Get Fit Challenge?”

To lose weight and win money! What physical activities do you like to do? Walking and boxing What’s your life philosophy/motto? You can’t always get what you want, but if you try sometime, you might just find, you get what you need. What will you do with the cash pot if you win the “Get Fit Challenge?” Buy new clothes

Participant

Profiles Pt.2


“Just do it!”

Program Site– Kennedy Shelter Why did you join the NHH “Get Fit Challenge?”

To help jump start my weight loss. What physical activities do you like to do? I like hiking and biking. What’s your life philosophy/motto? Enjoy life because it’s too short. What will you do with the cash pot if you win the “Get Fit Challenge?” Bed and Breakfast for a weekend

Participant

Profiles Pt.2


“You better work!”

Program Site– Kennedy Shelter Why did you join the NHH “Get Fit Challenge?”

I am joining the challenge to improve my health and to finally fit on my “lean” clothes. What physical activities do you like to do? Hiking! What’s your life philosophy/motto? Where there’s a will, there’s a way! What will you do with the cash pot if you win the “Get Fit Challenge?” I will put the money towards my gym membership.

Participant

Profiles Pt.2


“Stay focused and motivated. Don’t give up it’s very hard to

lose weight and keep it off. Let’s work together if

you need support.”

Program Site– Mondloch Place Why did you join the NHH “Get Fit Challenge?” It’s time I start putting my health first in front of other stuff and taking it serious. I want to hold myself accountable for bad eating habits. Also, the competi-tion and the motivation from the other staff will give me a chance to look at my strengths and weaknesses. What physical activities do you like to do? I love to walk, jog, do aerobics, treadmill, bike riding, the sauna, and running up & down stairs. What’s your life philosophy/motto? Things turn out for the best for those who make . Life is not perfect. It’s like a road with bends, bumpy loops, ups and downs. You have to take it one day at a time. What will you do with the cash pot if you win the “Get Fit Challenge?” Spend some, donate some, and share some!

New Hope Housing - Newsbriefs

Martha Faconer sends kudos to: Jeff and Eddie for picking up all file cabinets at the National School Board association. A.J., Alex, Jeff and Eddie for cleaning out the outside freezer. Thank you so much! Stanley, Darcel, and Steve for helping to serve breakfast and dinner.

Nicole Dillon sends kudos to: Lee: For your continued commitment to this organization and your strong work ethic. You are a true asset to the NHH team. Khristina Koontz: Thank you for organizing summer camp for the kids and also ensuring that your clients have new sneakers so they can enjoy camp in style. Martha: Your hard work and dedication to NHH do not go unnoticed. LaKesha: Thank you for your insight, knowledge, and leadership. Thank you for attending the Reading Connection workshop with me last week. It was truly enlightening. Susan V.: Thank you for your help with "Spring Cleaning" at Admin. Alyss: Thank you for working late and assisting with our Giving Hope Tour last week.

OPEN POSITIONS

New Hope Housing is currently accepting resumes for the

following job opportunities:

Chief Financial & Administrative Officer – Admin Seeking a new Chief Financial and Administrative Officer (CFAO) who will bring a sophisticated approach to our

agency's finances and financial team. The CFAO will also bring a strong sense of organization-wide leadership;

will work closely with the Executive Director to set all financial policies for the organization and oversee other

critical functions, including: Legal and Compliance, I.T., Operations, and Facilities Management. The CFAO will

play a critical role in developing and rolling out financial and administrative strategies to support the organization's

growth and vision for the future.

Financial/Accounting

Provide oversight and management of all financial transactions and the monthly

accounting cycle according to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other accepted

policies. Supervises the Accounting staff.

Risk Management and Asset Protection

Evaluates and maintains risk management and asset protection strategies and practices to ensure the upmost

protection. Responsible for the management of a portfolio of 12 residential units, 2 small office spaces, and

9 vehicles.

Operations Provides management oversight to operations division in the areas of contracts, food services, in-kind

donations management, storage facilities, and leased facilities. Supervises director of operations.

Information Technology Responsible for ensuring staff at multiple locations have the needed technology to accomplish their job

responsibilities. This includes both hardware and software needs to bring legacy systems up to date.

Supervises IT administrator.

Position requires a Bachelor's Degree, with a minimum of 7 years' experience in financial oversight, financial

statement preparation/analysis, budget forecast/preparation, A/P, A/R, tax laws, cash management, internal control

compliance, and must be comfortable working independently on all these functions. A CPA preferred. Proven

success with Fund Accounting for 501(c)(3) organizations, MIP or similar accounting software, and ADP.

Must be a strategic thinker and be solution focused. Proven experience with management/supervision of support

staff, technical knowledge of computer hardware and software and proficiency with Microsoft Office. Must have

a driver's license and own transportation. Flexible schedule for occasional evening meetings, events, and activities.

Commitment and passion for our mission is a must! EOE/ADA that values diversity.

If interested, please send resume to [email protected]

New Hope Housing is proud to be an EOE/ADA that values diversity!

mailto:[email protected]

OPEN POSITIONS



Director of Permanent Supportive Housing The Director of PSH is responsible for all aspects of programs for permanent supportive housing programs for single adults at New Hope

Housing. This includes supervision of case management, reporting, monitoring and day to day operations of all programs. This person is a

member of the senior management team. He or she is on-call and works a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and over-

nights.

Tasks to be Performed:

Hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates the Residential Coordinator, Outreach Counselors, and case manager for PSH

Programs.

Provides clinical guidance for treatment resistant residents who may suffer from untreated mental illness, living in a

harm reduction program.

Coordinates the screening and eligibility process for all new persons entering the program. Ensure that they have documentation to

meet program eligibility requirements. Assigns residents to specific units. Works with the housing locator to identify new units,

providing him/her with unit and geographical requirements.

Builds and maintains a relationship with the communities in which units are located. Serves as the main contact for neighborhood

advisory councils, HOA’s, and other neighborhood entities for the programs.

Serves as NHH representative on continuum of care committees in Arlington, Alexandria, and Fairfax.

Ensures grants, reports and other required documentation are completed accurately and timely. Examples include monthly and

quarterly quality data reports. Maintains and updates policy and procedures manuals and resident handbooks to ensure compliance

with agency philosophy and funding requirements. Audits files and HMIS on a regular basis for form and documentation

compliance.

Works closely with Director of Operations and landlords to ensure facilities are operated safely and efficiently and meet habitability

standards and other grant and contract requirements.

Ensures budget compliance for all programs. Handles financial issues related to disbursement approval and petty cash.

Is visible and interacts regularly with program residents. Models a caring, concerned, and respectful attitude toward residents where

each community member is treated with dignity and respect.

Is familiar and complies with the policies and procedures of New Hope Housing, Inc. including the utilization of Mandt principles

and Out of Poverty curriculum

Provides crisis intervention and crisis management services as needed

Assists in the coordination of shelter activities and transports residents when requested in agency vehicles

Interacts positively with New Hope Housing staff, Fairfax County/ Arlington County/Alexandria City staff, staff members from col

lateral agencies, the general public, and all volunteers

Works flexible hours including evening, weekends, and overnights as assigned. Is on-call to provide last minute shift coverage as

necessary including evenings, weekends, and overnights. Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

BA required. MSW or masters in counseling preferred. Other qualifications include: strong supervisory experience, specifically clinical

skills with previous experience serving difficult residents in harm reduction programs; management and team building experience with at

least 5 years increasingly responsible positions in a human service setting; experience working with homeless adults and/or adults diag-

nosed with a mental illness and/or addiction disorder; counseling and crisis intervention skills; the ability to communicate effectively both

orally and in writing; valid drivers license; the ability to treat all community members with dignity and respect.

EOE/ADA that values diversity.




OPEN POSITIONS



DIRECTOR OF FAMILY PROGRAMS

New Hope Housing is seeking a Director of Family Programs to oversee all day to day operations

of housing programs for homeless families in Fairfax County. S/he will supervise a staff who pro-

vides case management, children’s services, and facility assistance to at least 40 homeless families

at any one time. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and have a good under-

standing of HMIS, HUD, Rapid Rehousing and motivational interviewing. The ability to develop

staff, prioritize multiple tasks, and represent the agency and our residents well is imperative to the

success of this position.

Minimum Qualifications: A Bachelor’s Degree; at least 2 years of management and supervisory

experience, preferably in a social services environment; a thorough understanding of homeless-

ness, mental illness, and substance abuse; excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must

have a valid driver’s license, the ability to be insured through New Hope Housing’s vehicle policy

and reliable transportation. EOE/ADA that values diversity!

Outreach Counselor (Full Time)- Susan’s Place-

Provide case management and house coverage 8am-4pm Monday-Friday. Susan’s Place is part of

New Hope Housing’s Permanent supportive housing programs, serving single adults. Applicants

must have a BA/MA degree and considerable experience working with adults with serious mental

illness; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; experience with chronically

homeless adults; strong counseling and crisis intervention skills; flexibility, creativity, and leader-

ship skills; able to make decisions independently and work autonomously and as part of a

team. On-call rotation serving once a month. Will rotate on-call coverage. Must have a valid

driver’s license and be able to drive agency vehicles as needed.

$41,000/year. EOE/ADA that values diversity.




OPEN POSITIONS



On Call Resident Service Specialists-

Mondloch House/Mondloch Place/Kennedy/ACS Responsibilities include monitoring the shelter, answering the phones, greeting visi-

tors, and most importantly interacting in a positive manner with our residents. $13.13

an hour. Must be flexible, dependable, and have the ability to work with a diversified

group of individuals. A High School diploma or GED is necessary, and previous

experience with the homeless/mentally ill a plus. Successful candidates will be called

to duty when we are short staffed. Hours are flexible, not scheduled, and you must be

willing to cover shifts at a moment’s notice. $13.13 an hour. EOE/ADA that values

diversity.

On-Call Residential Service Specialist for Susan’s Place and Max’s Place

On-Call Residential Services Specialist (RSS) for chronically homeless adults with

substance abuse/mental illness/or co-occurring disorders located in Arlington and

Falls Church, Virginia. Must be able to establish rapport and build trust with residents

and be comfortable working in a program with few rules. Need to be flexible and have

an ability to handle crisis situations. RSS will assist Outreach Counselors with leading

life skills groups/activities, cooking and cleaning with residents and general upkeep of

the house. RSS monitors residents’ medication. Must be able to work well inde-

pendently and must be reliable. Provides On-call coverage. Must have a valid driver’s

license and BA in behavioral science or related field. Experience can be substituted

for education. BSW preferred. Two years experience with homeless adults, adults

with mental illness or substance abusers. Counseling and crisis intervention skills.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Salary is $13.13 an

hour. EOE/ADA that values diversity.




OPEN POSITIONS



Residential Coordinator- Kennedy

The Residential Coordinator is responsible for the daily shelter activities, for ensuring adequate coverage on all shifts,

and ensuring a safe and manageable living environment.

Schedules resident services specialists’ shifts and ensures adequate coverage of facility on all shifts.

Ensures a safe and manageable living environment for the shelter residents by establishing and ensuring

consistent implementation of policies and procedures. Informs Resident Services Specialist of all activities

to occur during their shift. Is visible and interacts regularly with shelter residents.

Hires, trains, and supervises Resident Services Specialists.

Consults with case managers regarding resident treatment goals and consults with Operations division on

facility and donations issues.

Provides crisis intervention and crisis management services as needed.

Communicates shelter volunteer needs to volunteer coordinator.

Designated agency Certified Staff Trainer for the handing out of medications.

Oversees the handing out of medication, medication vouchers, taxi vouchers, and bus tokens to residents.

Facilitates site meetings and participates in all staff meetings.

Maintains all required documentation including progress notes, service statistics, log entries, correspond-

ence, and other related information. Oversees tracking and reporting of resident and program data.

Prepares periodic reports/statistics.

Works flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and over nights as assigned; is on call.

Oversees intake procedures and checkout procedures for residents.

Is responsible for arranging and implementing training for site staff.

Transports residents when requested in agency vehicles, including the agency’s 15-passenger van.

Models a caring, concerned, and respectful attitude toward residents. Maintains adherence to resident guidelines and

upholds shelter procedures. Is familiar with and complies with policies and procedures of New Hope Housing.

BA and two years’ experience in a human service setting preferred. Appropriate experience may be substituted for ed-

ucation. Previous supervisory experience. Solid computing skills to include Word and Excel. Experience with home-

less adults, mentally ill or substance abusers. Counseling and crisis intervention skills. Flexible schedule. Ability to

communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to work well with volunteers. Valid driver’s license, with

ability to be insured with agency policy. EOE/ADA that values diversity.




OPEN POSITIONS



Outreach Counselor (Full Time)-Gartlan House Provide case management and house coverage 8am-4pm Monday-Friday at Gartlan House.

Gartlan House is part of New Hope Housing’s Permanent Supportive Housing programs, serving

single adults with severe and untreated mental illness. Applicants must have a BA/MA degree and

considerable experience working with adults with serious mental illness; ability to communicate

effectively both orally and in writing; experience with chronically homeless adults; strong

counseling and crisis intervention skills; flexibility, creativity, and leadership skills; able to make

decisions independently and work autonomously and as part of a team. On call rotation serving

once a month. Some evening hours are required. Microsoft Office experience. Must have a valid

driver’s license and be able to drive agency vehicles as needed. $41,000/year




JUNE

Sun Mon Tues Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4

PAYDAY

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7 8 9 10 11 12

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14 15 Out of Poverty

Graduation

16 17 18

PAYDAY 19

Staff Summer Fun Day

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Name Location Dates Times

Next Steps Team Sacramento Drive Every Wed 9:15am

ACS Team ACS Every Wed 2pm

EUKS Team EUKS Every Thu 2pm

Housing 1st and Bridging Affordability MP Conf Rm 4th Tues of each month 2pm

Gartlan, Susan's, Max's, Just Homes Team Susan’s Place 3rd Tues of each month 10am

Mondloch House and Mondloch Place

Team MH Conf Rm Every 1st Wed of each month 11:30am

Community Services Team Admin Every 1st Monday of each month 10am

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Name Month Day

Richard Honesty JUN 1

Dominic Crentsil JUN 2

Samantha C. Vaughn JUN 5

Arnita Latimer JUN 15

Ollie Dawson JUN 18

Patricia Edmonds-Caples JUN 20

Rosetta Langhorne Tharayil JUN 20

Steven L. Lonon JUN 25

Name Month Day Years

Jan-Michael Sacharko JUN 17 1

Zachary Milton JUN 10 5

Michael Byrd JUN 28 8

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