Eviction Prevention Specialist

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota•Minneapolis, MN

About The Position

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults, and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an Alive Workplace (Supportive, Positive and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize, and reward employees. Consider joining us! As a Prevention Specialist, you will be responsible for supporting households by providing housing stability-focused case management services related to meeting the housing needs of program participants and helping them to prevent any episodes of homelessness. Services may include problem-solving, crisis intervention, education on tenant rights and responsibilities, mediation services, tenancy supports, and coordination with landlords. You will be the first line of contact for households calling the agency inquiring about Housing Services, resources, referrals, crisis intervention and problem solving.

Requirements

At least 2 years or more recent experience working with community residents facing critical hardships.
Microsoft Office Suite proficiency required.
Able to maintain confidentiality of all discussions and records.
Resourceful, patient and sensitive to the needs of staff, children and families.
Culturally sensitive to work in a diverse community.
Some transportation required for employment
Experience, ability and commitment to working with sexual minority and culturally diverse staff, participants and community.
Knowledge of culturally based world-view and problem-solving practices individuals and families in urban neighborhoods impacted by crime, poverty, and racial inequity.
Must be cleared by a Bureau of Criminal Affairs (BCA) background study.
Must have a driver's license.
A Motor Vehicle Check (MVR) is required.

Nice To Haves

Lived experience welcome

Responsibilities

Providing housing stability-focused case management services related to meeting the housing needs of program participants and helping them to prevent any episodes of homelessness.
Problem-solving, crisis intervention, education on tenant rights and responsibilities, mediation services, tenancy supports, and coordination with landlords.
Serving as the first line of contact for households calling the agency inquiring about Housing Services, resources, referrals, crisis intervention and problem solving.