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OCP is Hiring !!!
We have an opening for a “Lead Case Manager.” This person will run the case management program. Social work degree (BSW or MSW) required. The position will work with our community members (clients) on everything from housing to Medicaid and disability applications. OCP is a challenging, exciting, meaningful, and supportive place to work with a special focus on community and connection!
A full job description can be found here. Email Corey at Corey@OurCommunityPlace.org for the job description. Or call Sam Nickels 540-476-4180 to discuss further.
To our major sponsors: a HUGE THANK YOU!



RODIUM SPONSORS ($3000)
Matchbox Realty
PALLADIUM SPONSORS ($1000 – $2000)
JZ Engineering
LD&B Insurance and Financial Services
Colman Engineering
TITANIUM SPONSORS ($500)
Blauch Brothers, Inc.
Friendly City Food Coop
Park View Federal Credit Union
Allstate
Evermore Construction
Herr Construction
Dynamic Aviation
Harrisonburg Electric Commission
Design Concrete Builders
Frazier Quarry
GOLD SPONSORS ($250)
Weaver’s Flooring America
Everence Foundation
Flora Pettit Law Offices
Sam’s Construction
BrydgeWorks Glass Studio
Grassroots Landscaping
SILVER SPONSORS ($100)
Boboko Cafe
Cavalier
Blue Ridge Hearing Center
Beachy Arehart CPA’s
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