Job Opportunities at CAPE
Staff Accountant
Supervisor: Agency Site Director
Job Status: Salaried/Exempt
This is a full-time position with a competitive salary and benefits such as PTO, paid holidays, and mileage reimbursement. Professional training and certifications are available through the organization. This position is subject to background screening, fingerprinting, and random drug testing.
Education/Experience
A minimum of a Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree (with proven experience) in Accounting or Business with on-going financial training is required. Candidates must be proficient with computers/technology and with fiscal software programs including (but not limited to) Excel, Access, and FUND-EZ. All applicants should have a minimum of 5 years of professional accounting experience with demonstrated success and accuracy in managing finances. Previous experience in the non-profit sector and experience with grant funding are preferred.
Job Duties & Requirements
- Report regularly to the director, finance committee, and board regarding budgets/finances
- Attend all board meetings and finance committee meetings
- Plan and monitor budgets for all agency programs, in consultation with the director
- Prepare monthly financial reports for all grants
- Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, revenue schedules, & billing
- Work with CPA to provide all necessary documentation for audits
- Prepare CFR and CQR and then submit to LGU/OASAS
- Fiscal management of all fund development efforts
- Handle all financial matters for the CAPE Foundation, Inc.
- Act as finance coordinator for any and all active coalitions (complete fiscal duties and reporting, attend all meetings/events, and perform other administrative duties as necessary)
- Attend and participate in all agency fundraisers
- Complete fiscal training (as required)
- Update fiscal policies annually
- Responsible for confidential administrative duties as directed by the director
- Oversee office operations (in the absence of the director)
Other responsibilities/duties as assigned by the supervisor, in the best interest of the agency.
Other Personal Qualities Needed to Perform Job:
Comfortable with Microsoft Office programs, Windows computer systems, and Apple iPhones
Ability to effectively manage multiple deadlines at the same time and overall skill with time management
Professionalism – maintaining a professional image, proper attire, punctuality, positive attitude
Intrinsically motivated with a strong work ethic
Excellent organization skills and high attention to detail
Ability to multi-task and prioritize
Capable of working well independently or with a team
Excellent interpersonal communication skills
Ability to maintain confidential information
Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle
Ability to lift and carry items up to 25 pounds
If interested, send a cover letter, resume, 3 references, and a writing sample to kknauss@capedc.org.
Peer Recovery Advocate
Supervisor: Agency Site Director
Job Status: Hourly/Non-Exempt
Pay Range: $40,000 – $45,000
This is a full-time Peer Engagement Specialist position, as outlined by NYS OASAS. It is a grant-funded position that includes a competitive salary and benefits such as PTO, paid holidays, and mileage reimbursement. Professional training and certifications are available through the organization. This position is subject to background screening, fingerprinting, and random drug testing.
Job Duties & Requirements:
- CRPA/CARC credentials with both professional and lived recovery experience (personal and/or family) are preferred
- Must have excellent communication skills: verbal, written, and digital
- Travel is required (area of focus will include Dutchess and Putnam County)
- Must be comfortable being inside of a hospital and navigating the hospital system
- Knowledge and experience with re-entry populations (jail/rehab)
- Ability to maintain documentation for program reporting (logic model/outcome)
- Recoveree files should document each visit, the duration of the visit, the purpose of the service, the development of a recovery plan, and follow up
- Ability to engage systems, individuals, and families in pathways to sustainable recovery
- Function independently and judiciously in the development of an emerging field of recovery
- Assist with development of a strong recovery community where individuals and families have access to multiple pathways of recovery
- Must act as an ambassador for the agency, with enthusiasm to establish and grow a new initiative
- Able to provide an array of services (including by not limited to): develop of recovery plans, raise awareness of support services, model coping skills, assist with application for benefits, provide non-clinical support, help recoveree identify strengths, link them to formal recovery supports, educate recoveree on mode of recovery, assist with the supports necessary to lead individuals and families to their path of recovery and health and wellness
Other Requirements:
Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle
Successful experiences with individuals/families in recovery
Professionalism – maintaining a professional image, punctuality, positive attitude
Excellent organization skills
Demonstrated skills in successful navigation of systems
Knowledge of Dutchess County human services network
Demonstrated initiative in program implementation
Knowledge of ATOD-G hazards
Proficiency with technology (skill using Microsoft programs and Apple iPhones is preferred)
Comfortable with moderate activity levels (walking or standing for long periods of time)
Ability to lift and carry items up to 25 pounds
Bilingual preferred (but not required)
Other responsibilities/duties as assigned by the supervisor, in the best interest of the agency
If interested, send a cover letter, resume, 3 references, and a writing sample to kknauss@capedc.org.