Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center
Job Description
Housing Stabilization Services Coordinator
The Stabilization Services Coordinator will work directly with individuals and families within the residential services programs who are experiencing domestic violence or sexual assault by providing short-term and long term, solutions-focused crisis intervention and resources to participants who are eligible for homeless system resources or for whom no resources are currently available. Supportive services will prioritize workforce development and education opportunities in support of case management plans.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Advocate for the mission of the organization and promote the vision and direction of the agency's values.
- Deliver services with safety, respect, and effectiveness.
- Follow all policies and procedures of the organization.
- Utilize case management skills to help those who are sheltered or at risk of homelessness to identify solutions for permanent housing, connecting them with needed resources, and identifying strengths and personal resources.
- Assist clients with housing needs that will include evictions, landlord negotiations, and access to community resources.
- Maintain contact with Coordinated Entry on a scheduled basis, appropriate to the client prioritized status and needs.
- Make referrals to supportive services in our community as appropriate and support client in navigating the housing process.
- Support client in attaining employment skills through workforce development activities.
- Perform data entry by collecting assessment data and records to ensure all clients are tracked and that services and measurable outcomes are identified and documented in a timely manner.
- Has operational understanding and effective collaborative relationships with other community resources.
- Participate in ensuring confidentiality of service user assessment information related to all relevant legislation.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills and Abilities Required:
- Must be able to work effectively with individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds as well as populations that have experienced domestic violence, sexual assault, vulnerability, trauma, substance use, developmental delays, compromised mental wellness, brain injuries, literacy and numeracy issues, and/or other conditions or situations that have impacted housing stability.
- Must be solution-focused, exercise a wide degree of independent judgement, decision, and action on an ongoing basis.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the work environment.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Associate's degree or certification/license in a social services/human services field.
- At least 12 months experience in the human services field, such as advocacy or case management.
- Ability to work in a communal living environment.
- Knowledge of social casework principals, practices and techniques, and the ability to apply these effectively.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Computer skills and data entry required.
The Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The organization does not discriminate against a volunteer, an employee, or applicant for employment of conditions or opportunities for employment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age or country of ancestral origin.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: 45,000.00 annually
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift Monday through Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Central Falls, RI: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Case management: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Ability to Relocate:
- Central Falls, RI 02863: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person