S-737-13

Job Title: Family Self-Sufficiency Coordinator

Worksite Location: Canton, Ohio 44702

Number of Job Openings: 1

How to Apply:  Applications will be accepted online at www.starkmha.org . Or by mail to:

Stark Metropolitan Housing Authority

Attn: HR Coordinator

400 Tuscarawas Street E

Canton, Ohio  44702-1131

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Stark Metropolitan Housing Authority

MISSION STATEMENT

To provide eligible residents of Stark County with decent, safe,

and affordable housing and contribute to nourishing neighborhoods

by working in partnership with the public and private sectors.

JOB LOCATION:  Canton, Ohio

HOURS:   8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday

FLSA STATUS:  Non-Exempt

SALARY:   $22.12 per hour

General Purpose:

This position is responsible for the planning, developing, implementing, maintaining, evaluating, and overseeing programs designed to increase the economic self-sufficiency of low-income families and thereby reduce their need for subsidized programs and services. The work is performed under the general supervision of senior management, with considerable requirements for independent judgment and action taken in the above areas.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plans, implements, directs, and evaluates the Family Self-Sufficiency Program per regulations promulgated by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development and policies set by the Stark Metropolitan Housing Authority.
• Develops or assists with the development of Action Plan policies for the program, with the recommendations of the Program Coordinating Committee.
• Supervises and participates in the preparation and maintenance of program materials, reports, and records such as assessments, financial records, activity reports, and case management records.
• Maintains data regarding Family Self-Sufficiency services and accomplishments and prepares reports summarizing these service data for use by the Stark Metropolitan Housing Authority, the Department of Housing and Urban Development, and the community of service providers assisting with the delivery of services.
• Serves as liaison among and between related departments within Stark Metropolitan Housing Authority, whose goals and daily work product relate to the Family Self-Sufficiency program, including but not limited to housing choice voucher, public housing, finance, and other resident services.
• Serves on special boards and committees serving Stark Metropolitan Housing Authority residents’ needs and represents Stark Metropolitan Housing Authority at workshops and training programs that benefit from Stark Metropolitan Housing Authority participation and/or sponsorship.
• Networks with community agencies determine key leadership from these agencies and coordinate the formation and ongoing viability of a Program Coordinating Committee to provide services, technical assistance, and policy guidance.
• Collaborates with community agencies and mainstream providers for the provision of these services for clients.
• Contracts through Memoranda of Agreement or contracts with community agencies and mainstream providers to ensure the ongoing provision of these services for clients.
• Interviews and determines the eligibility of applicants for the Family Self-Sufficiency Program.
• Assesses service needs of program participants, and through case management, goal setting, referrals, and monitoring, assists participants in accessing appropriate public or private community agencies to obtain specialized types of assistance.
• Reviews case records to update and monitor client needs; and
• Maintains knowledge of successful national and local efforts to assist low-income families achieve economic self-sufficiency.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, and Certifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in social services or a related field and 1-3 year’s experience in a social service setting involving facilitating services, case management, and assistance is required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must possess a valid Ohio driver’s license and be insurable under SMHA’s policies.

Qualifications/Skills:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have strong computer skills and be proficient in Microsoft Office applications. Familiarity with Yardi is desirable. Must be able to learn other computer software programs as required by assigned tasks.
• Knowledge of policies, procedures, goals, objectives, operational entities, requirements, and activities as they apply to the assigned organizational entity in the SMHA.
• Knowledge of the applicable HUD rules and regulations as they pertain to public housing.
• Ability to exercise initiative, use sound judgment in analyzing situations, and make decisions promptly.
• Ability to research and assist with developing successful grant proposals for public and private funding sources.
• Ability to present information, both orally and through writing, effectively and in a clear, concise, and convincing manner
• Knowledge of program activities and participation in planning, and coordination of activities
• The ability to develop relationships with agencies, schools, businesses, and other local organizations to expand the program through community partnerships.
• Knowledge of general landlord/tenant and fair housing laws
• Knowledge of social work and resources available through community agencies
• Knowledge of the needs and attitudes of the physically, socially, and economically disadvantaged, including the youth and elderly population, and the ability to communicate with individuals of varying social, educational, and economic backgrounds
• Ability to maintain tact and professionalism in crisis management situations.
• Ability to understand and practice the rules of confidentiality.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, tenants, officials, and the public.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Commitment: Sets high standards of performance; pursues aggressive goals and works hard/smart to achieve them; strives for results and success; conveys a sense of urgency and brings issues to closure; persists despite obstacles and opposition.
• Customer Service: Meets/exceeds the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; identifies, understands, monitors, and measures the needs of both internal and external customers; talks and acts with customers in mind. Recognizes working colleagues as customers.
• Effective Communication: Ensures important information is passed on to those who need to know; conveys necessary information clearly and effectively orally or in writing. Demonstrates attention to, and conveys an understanding of, the comments and questions of others; listens effectively.
• Responsiveness and Accountability: Demonstrates a high level of conscientiousness; holds oneself personally responsible for one’s work; does a fair share of work.

Physical Requirements:

• The position requires moderate physical exertion. This position requires sitting, standing, bending, stooping, climbing, crouching, reaching, pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs., and lifting to 25 lbs.

Working Conditions:

• Office Environment with occasional outdoor work. Potential exposure to hazardous conditions at times. Working in moderate to severe temperature or weather conditions. The environment may produce loud noise at times.

Included Benefits:

• OPERS Pension Plan contribution
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 13 Annual Paid Holidays
• 2 Weeks of Vacation
• Accrued Sick Time (accrual begins on your first day of employment)

Pre-employment Testing:

• Criminal Background Check
• Driving Records Check
• Drug Testing
• Reference Check.

OMJ Staff Contact: RC1