Homeless Outreach Coordinator

Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle•Seattle, WA

About The Position

Safe, habitable, and affordable housing is a basic need. The Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle (ULMS) Housing Department provides direct service programs and resources to individuals and families through shelters, transitional housing, rental assistance, and homeownership programs. The Homeless Outreach Coordinator is responsible for providing outreach and referral services specifically to homeless individuals and families of color and connecting them to internal and external services to transition them from the street into safe affordable shelter. This role plans events, gives presentations, and utilizes other effective marketing tactics to increase trust, aid the homeless, and refer them to the ULMS Intake process. This position provides case management and support to program participants.

Requirements

2 years direct experience working with individuals who face challenges and barriers including homelessness
High school diploma or equivalent
Demonstrates cultural competency and sensitivity to the needs of adults with multiple challenges
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Proficiency in MS Office – Word, Excel, Outlook
Ability to interact with a wide variety of audiences
Ability to work independently with limited supervision
Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task
Ability to work a flexible schedule including late nights and weekends

Responsibilities

providing outreach and referral services specifically to homeless individuals and families of color
connecting individuals and families to internal and external services to transition them from the street into safe affordable shelter
plans events
gives presentations
utilizes other effective marketing tactics to increase trust, aid the homeless, and refer them to the ULMS Intake process
provides case management and support to program participants

Benefits

Medical - $11,176.08 per year
Dental - $540 per year
Vision - $65.04 per year
Group Life & ADD - $41.70 per year
Employee Assistance Program - ~$57.60 per year
403(b) retirement - $100 per month
Health & Fitness Benefit - $419.88 per year
LinkedIn Learning Account
Professional Development Funds – up to $1500 per year for approved professional development activities
~ 3.5 weeks of PTO accrued annually during first 24 months of employment
8 annual personal holiday/health and wellness days
11 paid holidays
WA State Paid Family & Medical Leave – 0.8% of salary - 100% employer paid
Workers Compensation Coverage - ~$436.80 - ~$3,993.60 per year (depending on class code)
Taxes – 9.8% of salary