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The Resident Service Coordinator is committed to working with people in a way that is nonjudgmental, non-intrusive, confidential and that promotes resident empowerment, autonomy and dignity. The Resident Service Coordinator promotes safe living environments and encourages the growth of the community to better meet the needs of individual residents in housing communities by increasing access to resources and facilitating self-advocacy which includes providing case management, outreach, conducts assessments of households, and makes referrals which will address family and/or individual needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The position duties and responsibilities listed below describe the general nature and scope of work. Other responsibilities, duties, and skills may be required and assigned, as needed.

• Be available onsite to residents at assigned location(s) which may include public housing facilities.
• Establish and maintain relationships with the residents of the assigned location(s) as a means of being a resource for the property. Coordinates and promotes activities that create a sense of community between the residents and the property.
• Facilitate orientation, intake and assessment for new families enrolling in programs as assigned.
• Provide short- and/or long-term case management as determined by individual program requirements and agency needs.
• Meet with residents to identify barriers to self-sufficiency and assess physical, social and economic conditions to develop service plans for programs as assigned.
• In a timely manner, electronically document all activities and outcomes in data tracking systems as required by state or local rules.
• Periodically evaluate programs by assisting with data collection and reporting; prepare program reports on a monthly/quarterly/annual basis using preferred software or digital systems as assigned.
• Participate in the coordination of activities for the participants of assigned programs, including facilitation of program events and scheduling of program activities (such as budget workshops, food distributions, health/wellness events and/or employment networking events.)
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive network of education, training, financial and economic development, health/wellness and other supportive services as determined by program requirements and resident needs.
• Explain resident services programs, housing programs, MTW activities and other pertinent information by creating newsletters, email blasts, conducting phone calls, hosting informational meetings and contacting residents door-to-door.
• Organize special activities, facilitate groups and host recreational events to promote resident wellness; activities may include arts and crafts, exercise classes, tours, dances or other activities as programs require.
• Arrange transportation as needed for residents to attend various functions, programming and vices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

Required:

• A Bachelor’s degree in social work, sociology, public administration or a related field from an accredited college or university; an Associate’s degree and three (3) years of demonstrated case management experience in social services; or seven (7) years of demonstrated case management in social services.
• Must have the ability to learn and use cloud applications such as Google GSuite applications to include but not limited to: Google Chrome Browser, Gmail, Drive, Calendar, Docs, Sheets and Slides. Understanding document-sharing and collaboration in the cloud. Experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, cloud accessible applications to include but not limited to: One drive, Outlook, Word, Excel and Powerpoint or Mac or PC desktop equivalent is acceptable.
• Successful completion of a criminal history background check, education and work history verification and drug screening test.

Preferred Requirements:

• Experience working in resident services
• Ability to speak, write and read in Spanish is a plus.
• Professional certification(s) in case management

License and Certifications:

• Class “C” driver’s license at the time of placement and be insurable by the Housing Authority’s liability and fleet insurance carrier.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

To perform this job successfully, the employee is frequently required to remain in a stationary position. Daily movements include sitting; standing; operating computers and other office equipment; moving about the office; and attending onsite and offsite meetings. The employee must be able to communicate via email and verbally via telephone. The employee must occasionally transport up to 30 pounds.

Working Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical requirements include occasional lifting/carrying of 30 pounds.
• Visual acuity, speech and hearing; hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer keyboard and basic office equipment.
• Subject to sitting, standing, reaching and walking to perform the essential functions.
• Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment.

Physical and Mental Requirements

Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Other Requirements

• Vision (near, distance)
• Sense of Sound (answering phone, fire alarms, horns)

EEO Statement

Employees of Labor on Demand Inc. are protected by federal laws, Presidential Executive Orders, and other laws designed to protect employees from discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or any other non-merit-based factor. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, and training and career development programs.

Employees of Labor on Demand Inc. are also protected against retaliation. Consistent with federal laws, acts of retaliation against an employee who engages in a protected activity whistle blowing, or the exercise of any appeal or grievance right provided by law will not be tolerated. Managers and supervisors of Labor on Demand Inc. are also reminded of their responsibility to prevent, document, and promptly correct harassing conduct in the workplace.

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EEO Statement

Employees of Labor on Demand Inc. are protected by federal laws, Presidential Executive Orders, and other laws designed to protect employees from discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or any other non-merit-based factor. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, and training and career development programs.

Employees of Labor on Demand Inc. are also protected against retaliation. Consistent with federal laws, acts of retaliation against an employee who engages in a protected activity whistle blowing, or the exercise of any appeal or grievance right provided by law will not be tolerated. Managers and supervisors of Labor on Demand Inc. are also reminded of their responsibility to prevent, document, and promptly correct harassing conduct in the workplace.