Housing Advocate (Rapid Rehousing - Predolin)
About The Position
Exciting opportunity to make a difference! Join our team at The Road Home Dane County as a Full-Time Housing Case Manager in our Predolin, Rapid Rehousing program. We are strongly seeking Spanish-speaking candidates. You'll have the chance to positively impact the lives of individuals experiencing homelessness in Dane County, WI. This position offers the flexibility of working from home, allowing you to create a work-life balance that suits your needs. With a competitive starting salary from $48,000, plus a full benefits package, you'll be compensated for your hard work and dedication. If you're passionate about helping others find stability and security in housing, apply today and be part of a mission-driven organization committed to providing support to those in need. Spanish speaking applicants are heavily encouraged to apply and will be additionally compensated for your language skills. You will be offered great benefits such as up to fully paid Medical, up to fully paid Dental, 401(k), Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Paid Time Off, 10 Paid Holidays, Volunteer Time Off, Generous Paid Time Off, and Short and Long Term Disability. Join us and be a part of our team dedicated to making a difference in the community!
Requirements
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Empathy, patience, and ability to build trusting relationships
- Organizational skills for managing a caseload effectively and documenting interactions
- Problem-solving abilities to navigate complex situations and find creative solutions
- Flexibility and adaptability to work with diverse populations and unpredictable circumstances
- Teamwork skills and commitment to working towards common goals
- Passion for social justice and a drive to make a positive impact
- Full-time exempt position
- Valid state driver's license
- Automobile insurance coverage
- Access to an automobile
- Driving record eligible for organizational insurance
- Ability to travel throughout Dane County
Nice To Haves
- Spanish-speaking candidates strongly sought
- Spanish speaking applicants will be additionally compensated for language skills
Responsibilities
- Meet with adults and children in home on a regular basis
- Provide support and resources to empower families to reach goals related to housing, employment and other identified needs
- Facilitate referrals for both adults and children
- Regularly evaluate progress on case goals
- Provide mediation and advocacy with landlords on the client's behalf to develop a workable plan to obtain and/or maintain housing; serve as an ongoing liaison between property managers, neighbors, and participants
- Attend regular supervision, case management meetings, and relevant trainings
- Assist participants in locating and securing housing of their choice, when needed
- Assess housing strengths and barriers of families experiencing homelessness to determine housing and service needs
- Provide information and referral assistance regarding available support from appropriate social service agencies and/or community programs
- Apply knowledge of residential lease contracts to educate clients of their rights and responsibilities.
Benefits
- Up to fully paid Medical
- Up to fully paid Dental
- 401(k)
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Time Off
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Volunteer Time Off
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Short and Long Term Disability
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
