Resident Initiatives Coordinator (Local Government) - York City Housing Authority

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • York County, PA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Do you want to help create community and connection as part of a team that is dedicated to providing safe, decent, and affordable housing opportunities to individuals and families with limited incomes? Achieve your goals and make a lasting difference as a Resident Initiatives Coordinator with the York City Housing Authority (YHA). In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day coordination, further development, and implementation of resident initiatives and programming for residents in assigned assisted housing units and areas. Apply now to help enhance quality of life and community engagement with our team!

Requirements

• One year of experience in public or private human relations or counseling work, and a bachelor’s degree in one of the social sciences or in education; or Any combination of experience or training which provided the applicant with the above listed required knowledges, skills, and abilities.
• Meet the PA residency requirement.
• Be able to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and implement programs and activities for residents to help foster their skills and self-sufficiency and connect them with community resources.
• Plan and organize activities that enhance residents' skills in human relations, self-sufficiency, and community engagement.
• Promote YHA and non-YHA sponsored activities within the community to provide residents with opportunities for participation.
• Connect residents with relevant resources and services within the community; support mutual understanding and collaboration between public and private local community service organizations and the resident associations and residents.
• Assist residents in forming or strengthening resident organizations, helping resident groups with activities and community issues, and supporting the development of informal support networks.
• Create and distribute newsletters to inform residents about upcoming programs and events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level