Coordinated Entry Specialist - YHDP

Community Partnership of Southeast Missouri•Cape Girardeau, MO

6d•Remote

About The Position

The Youth Homelessness Demonstration Project (YHDP) Coordinated Entry Specialist serves as the front door for youth experiencing housing instability, working with individuals up to their 24th birthday. The position provides trauma-informed, community-based services by conducting housing assessments and connecting eligible youth with available housing resources. It also supports youth in accessing stable, safe, long-term housing and coordinates services needed to promote their success. The specialist follows program policies and procedures to deliver solution-focused housing interventions and practices a low-barrier Housing First approach. The role includes maintaining a low-barrier access point, completing comprehensive assessments, managing information in HMIS and other HUD-compliant databases, preparing required documentation and reports, and developing community partnerships. The specialist also conducts outreach, participates in professional development, collaborates with colleagues, and communicates with a supervisor about service outcomes and concerns. This is a remote position, and the candidate must live in Missouri. Travel is required for trainings, meetings, and direct care as needed. Work-hour flexibility is required to accommodate client needs.

Requirements

At least one year of experience working in nonprofit social service settings.
Prior experience working with at-risk teen populations.
Strong commitment to youth support and advocacy.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate and advocate for positive outcomes in diverse, multidisciplinary teams.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to write clearly and persuasively.
Ability to quickly build rapport and trust with youth in crisis.
Flexibility, self-motivation, and ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and attend to detail.
Well-developed organizational and assessment skills.
Team-oriented approach and ability to work collaboratively with colleagues of all backgrounds.
Ethical and professional behavior modeled consistently.
Valid Missouri Driver’s License and current car insurance.
Ability to travel, with or without accommodation, for trainings, meetings, and direct care as needed.
Flexibility in work hours to accommodate client needs.
Must live in the State of Missouri.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, public administration, or a related human services field.
At least one year of management experience.
Lived experience with housing instability.

Responsibilities

Follow program policies and procedures to deliver solution-focused housing interventions that expedite client housing placement.
Practice a Housing First philosophy and ensure low barriers to entry for clients.
Implement and maintain a low-barrier access point for youth seeking housing.
Complete comprehensive, quality housing assessments for youth, including in-person assessments as needed.
Enter and manage data in HMIS and other HUD-compliant databases in accordance with required standards.
Prepare and submit required documentation, including month-end reports.
Develop and sustain community partnerships that enhance service delivery and promote client success.
Conduct community outreach to increase program referrals, including distributing brochures, organizing informational sessions, presenting at events, and staffing exhibit booths.
Participate in ongoing professional development, including meetings, professional memberships, and trainings as directed by the Senior Director of Youth Housing.
Collaborate with colleagues of all demographics to provide efficient and effective client service.
Maintain open communication with the supervisor regarding service outcomes, concerns, and questions.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Travel to trainings, meetings, and provide direct care as needed.