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As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for volunteer representative payee in the United States is $19.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Representative Payee

New Haven, CT • On-site

Columbus House
11 - 50 employees
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$25.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Columbus House, Inc.
Job Posting: Full Time (32 hours/week), FLSA Non-Exempt, Non-Essential
Representative Payee


VEVRAA Federal Contractor: Priority Referrals of Protected Veterans Requested 
 
Company Overview & Mission 
Columbus House opened its doors in 1982 to provide services for men and women at least 18 years of age. Our goals quickly broadened from the mere provision of food and shelter and simple survival, to understanding and working toward overcoming the problems which cause people to become homeless. 
 
Columbus House, along with its core of loyal supporters, friends, and volunteers, has remained committed to fulfilling its mission: "To serve people experiencing homelessness or at imminent risk by providing life-saving outreach, shelter and housing and by fostering their personal growth and independence. We advocate for and create affordable housing to end homelessness in our communities." 
 
Purpose 
Under the direction of the Director of Middlesex & Veteran Services, the Representative Payee manages the finances of clients who are unable to do so in their own best interests due to disability or other life circumstances. The Representative Payee also serves as liaison to the Social Security Administration, the Veterans Administration and other financial institutions.   
 
Duties and Responsibilities 

  • Collaborate with Columbus House case managers and Veterans Administration staff as they refer clients who need assistance with managing their finances  
  • Provide guidance with established monthly budgets, provide timely payments and maintain the representative payee software and associated charts   
  • Work closely with the local Social Security Office and the Veterans Administration on specific cases  
  • Attend regularly scheduled supervision, team, shelter or staff meetings as requested  
  • Complete SSA and VA reports as requested and in a timely manner  
  • Attend weekly and monthly agency, program and network meetings  
  • Attend all required network meetings   
  • Monitor all cases assigned and complete all documentation/charting required  
  • collaborate with other case managers and work to promote the Representative Payee program city-wide  
  • Maintain strict confidentiality concerning both program applicants and accepted clients while carrying out all duties  
  • Other related duties as assigned 

Qualifications

  • High School Graduate or equivalent 
  • Familiarity with Social Security and Veterans Administration processes  
  • Extremely detail-oriented, punctual, financially literate and possessed superior interpersonal skills 
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills with a deadline-oriented mindset 
  • Strong written and oral communication skills employing the English language 
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other common desktop applications 
  • Able to work with diverse populations 
  • Possessed of a strong desire to promote equal access and opportunity for homeless individuals and those with disabilities 
  • Familiar with mental health, substance abuse and dual diagnosis issues and dynamics 
  • Ability to collaborate successfully with others 
  • Able to meet all documentation requirements 
  • Must be able to multitask 
  • Valid drivers’ license with a good driving history and access to reliable transportation 

Supervised by: Chief Financial Officer
Schedule: Tuesday- Friday 9am-5pm

Salary range: $25.50
 
Benefits 

  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits are offered along with other additional voluntary coverages with full-time employment
  • 401 K retirement plan with employer matching contribution
  • Paid time off 
  • 10 paid holidays

Please send your resume and a cover letter to Human Resources Generalist, Columbus House Inc., 586 Ella Grasso Boulevard P.O. Box 7093, New Haven CT. 06519 or fax to 203-773-1430 or email to hr@columbushouse.org or apply at www.columbushouse.org 

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities Encouraged to Apply

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