Rapid Rehousing Caseworker
About The Position
Through intensive, housing-focused casework and financial assistance, the Rapid Rehousing team at Preble Street connects individuals and families with permanent housing and resources, helping people quickly leave or prevent homelessness and find safe, stable housing. Preble Street’s evidence-based Rapid Rehousing program collaborates with landlords and community partners to offer evidence-based, solutions-oriented services toward ending homelessness in Maine. The Rapid Rehousing model is a critical component of our comprehensive response to homelessness—join the work toward ending homelessness as a Caseworker with the RRH team. A Caseworker position is currently available with a weekday, daytime schedule. RRH Caseworkers work directly with and support clients in securing and maintaining permanent housing, and participate in outreach, engagement, and program coverage activities. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with a regular schedule of Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Requirements
- education in social work or related field and experience relevant to working with people experiencing homelessness, or a comparable combination of education and experience
- understanding of and alignment with Preble Street’s mission
- positive regard for individuals accessing services for homelessness and poverty
- commitment to providing low-barrier services
- strong communication, de-escalation, and crisis intervention skills
- familiarity with community resources
- ability to develop productive, collaborative relationships with community partners and landlords
- strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain documentation of services
- ability to maintain professional boundaries with diverse populations
- ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
Responsibilities
- RRH Caseworkers work directly with and support clients in securing and maintaining permanent housing
- participate in outreach, engagement, and program coverage activities
Benefits
- 160 hours (4 weeks, accrued) vacation time
- 96 hours (12 days, accrued) sick time
- 32 hours personal time
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Health insurance w/ 100% employer-paid option
- Dental insurance w/ 100% employer-paid option
- Vision insurance
- Employer-paid life and disability insurance
- 403(b) retirement plan w/ employer match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
