NW Residential Services Coordinator - Francis Place (P/T Variable 0 - 37.5 hrs/wk)

CCSWW•Bellingham, WA

2d•$26 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Residential Services Coordinator is responsible for daily crisis management, milieu relationship management, and effective and safe daily building operation at our 24/7 controlled access, permanent/ supportive housing project for highly vulnerable, chronically homeless adults. The Residential Services Coordinator would be part of the 24/7 support staff for residents and building operations.

Requirements

Experience working with individuals displaying a wide range of unpleasant and/or challenging behaviors.
Must be available to work some evening and weekend shifts.
Ability to communicate and work effectively with staff from various backgrounds.
Able to communicate effectively in with staff, residents, and community partners.
Ability to learn crisis intervention skills and behavior management.
Reliable transportation and WA State Driver’s License/ WA State I.D.
Active or ability to obtain a Food Handlers Permit.
Active or ability to obtain CPR/First Aid training.
Support and uphold the mission, beliefs and values of Catholic Community Services and Catholic Housing Services.
Support and contribute to a creative, collaborative and respectful environment that promotes teamwork.
Demonstrates the necessary attitudes, knowledge and skills to deliver culturally competent services and work effectively in multi-cultural situations.
Criminal History Background Checks are required prior to employment.

Responsibilities

Interact and model appropriate professional behaviors with residents in the general milieu of Francis Place common areas.
Coordinate and facilitate outside services with residents: Contact outside service providers to schedule, confirm and manage a variety of appointments.
Provide outreach and engagement of service-resistant residents through creative, resourceful strategies that build trust and confidence.
Initiate, facilitate and promote on-site recreational and therapeutic activities.
Ensure all functions in lobby office are run efficiently and effectively, including checking visitors in and out, answering telephones and monitoring security systems.
Acts as first responder to neighbor/community concerns promptly and professionally; ensure coordination with Supervisor and Housing Director as needed.
Maintain safety and security by monitoring all general access areas and enforcing building rules including street front.
Respond to emergencies and initiate action as required, including contact with emergency response systems; may include resident welfare checks.
Ensure significant events involving residents and building operation activities are recorded accurately in daily log: Read daily logs upon shift entry, Pass on all necessary information during shift overlap for seamless coverage, Elevate issues as appropriate to Supervisor
Respond to resident complaints involving other residents; coordinate with Supervisor, Building Manager, and/or community partners as needed.
Assess resident requests for maintenance, lease issues, rent payments, etc. in order to evaluate for appropriate assistance and/or direction to CHS building staff or other relevant services.
Participate in weekly staff meetings (including internal CCS programs, CHS staff as needed, and community partners).
Attend trainings as needed/required.
Provide transportation to residents as needed/requested.
Other work-related duties as assigned.