Program Coordinator ARCHES Permanent Supportive Housing Yaquina Hall

Mid-Willamette Valley Community Action Agency

Job Location:

Salem, OR - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 12 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Supportive Services Program Coordinator will work collaboratively with Yaquina Hall program staff Salem Housing Authority and numerous community partners to provide the necessary supports and advocacy to encourage positive tenancy for residents using a client centered trauma informed approach. The Supportive Services Program Coordinator will also be responsible for establishing and maintaining positive and professional working relationships with local social service networks. The Supportive Service Program Coordinator will support on site Program Manager Assistant Program Manager Site Assistants and Case Managers in duties that include but not limited to; administrative tasks face to face client interactions assisting in resource navigation peer support and general case management.

Schedule: Tuesday- Saturday 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or GED.
Two years of social services experience which includes case management and program coordination and/or training.
Preference given to Community Health Workers and/or Certified Peer Recovery Mentors.
Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

CERTIFICATIONS LICENSES REGISTRATION

Driver qualifications are required for this position. Valid drivers license insured vehicle available for use on the job and a satisfactory drive record for the previous three years are required.
Candidate must pass a comprehensive MWVCAA background screening prior to employment
Basic Life Support/First Aid Certification is required within the first 30 days of hire.
Candidate must pass pre-employment and random drug screenings.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Demonstrated proficiencies with Microsoft office (including Outlook) videoconferencing platforms and web tools.
Must posses excellent planning organization and time management skills.
Demonstrates tact diplomacy and empathy when communicating with clients staff and program partners.
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in written form.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES This job description is not intended to be all- inclusive employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required.

Maintains up-to-date knowledge of housing regulations policies and procedures.
Provides leadership and support to program staff.
Develops and expands life enrichment and skill building programs.
Performs resident needs assessments and initial intake in order to develop comprehensive support plans.
Ensures timely and accurate data using the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS.)
Collaborates with community partners to provide onsite resources and services for residents.
Mediates and address residents interpersonal and external conflicts.
Coordinates and facilitates frequent community meetings.
Utilizes time management skills and completes duties with an appropriate sense of urgency.
Supports staff adherence to program agency and safety policies.
Attends and engages in required annual trainings.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Specific vision abilities are required of this position. Frequently required to hear and speak.
Regularly lift and/or move 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Manual dexterity for handling office equipment.
Frequent driving in all weather conditions to sites in Polk and Marion Counties.
Regulates emotions and handles pressure of frequent demands for attention time and work tasks.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Close quarters often with a client population experiencing homelessness substance use disorders and/or severe and persistent mental illness and/or unpredictable behavior.
Indoor work environment with frequent interruptions and demands.
Working with clients over the phone and in-person.
This position requires on-site work and is not eligible for remote work.
Ability to work outside of normal business hours including evenings weekends and holidays.

MWVCAA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race religion color national origin
sex sexual orientation gender expression age veterans and people with disabilities or any other protected category. We welcome all
people to join us in achieving our Mission. If you require any assistance in the application process or reasonable accommodations to
perform the essential duties of the position please notify a member of our team at .

Required Experience:

GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Supportive Services Program Coordinator will work collaboratively with Yaquina Hall program staff Salem Housing Authority and numerous community partners to provide the necessary supports and advocacy to encourage positive tenancy for residents using a client centered trauma...