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Housing Coordinator
Location:
Sacramento, CA
Description:
ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT Yolo County Children's Alliance (YCCA) vision is to protect and empower children by strengthening families throughout Yolo County. We recognize that better futures for our children start by building thriving environments to live, learn, and grow. YCCA ensures everyone in Yolo County has access to the resources they need to build meaningful ties to their communities and each other. To accomplish this, YCCA has expanded on our foundational role as the designated Child Abuse Prevention Council (CAPC) of Yolo County. Today, we serve as an inter-agency coordinator, building networks of support throughout Yolo County to deliver programs funded by numerous community and government grants, as well as individual donations. Our work focuses on three family-strengthening pillars: Family Support, Parent Education, and Community Collaboration. ROLE IMPACT Your impact as the Housing Coordinator helps YCCA in meeting the needs of the communities we serve by providing team support for on-site case management services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Through your work as a supervisor helping your team of housing advocates, you will help program participants transition to permanent housing by providing access to key resources that help bring positive change to their lives. A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A HOUSING COORDINATOR You will work with the Motel Housing team leadership to help prepare program participants to transition to permanent housing using housing first and harm reduction principles. Daily duties may include: Conduct weekly, regularly scheduled individual supervision for all direct service staff on your team Provide daily team and client support for crisis intervention and case management needs as they arise Ensure that home navigators keep family files and case notes maintained and up to date Provide follow-up on regular health and safety check-ins (in person, by phone, or electronically) with program participants May be required to manage a caseload if needed Assist with securing basic needs, such as food, healthcare, income, and stable housing Lead and facilitate communication between program participants and social service programs Help individuals to set goals to improve their overall well-being Deliver resource and service information using culturally and linguistically appropriate terms and concepts Provide informal support and follow-up to program participants Follow ethical/legal standards, including confidentiality and mandated reporting Actively participate in staff meetings and other community meetings, as indicated Identify, organize, maintain and disseminate information to program participants on a wide variety of economic supports, housing options and other useful resources in Yolo County (CalFresh, CalWorks, MediCal, Vets benefits, supportive housing options, food distribution services, etc.) CHARACTERISTICS & SKILLS FOR A CANDIDATE TO SUCCEED IN THE ROLE Core Characteristics Collaboration : someone who is flexible and open to different ideas, perspectives, and experiences and understand the power of working together as a team Integrity : someone who takes responsibility for their actions, is able to set clear expectations of what they can bring to the table and has respect for those they work with Compassion : someone who is an active listener and shows empathy for the diverse communities we serve Inclusion & Equity : someone who is self-aware and is motivated to reduce barriers for communities whose voices are often silenced and Development : someone who is curious and open to feedback to ensure not only personal growth but overall team success Must Have Skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, specifically Word Outlook and Internet applications Must have valid driver's license and use of own car is required as well as auto insurance Must be willing to work evenings and weekends to attend agency-wide events Effective written and oral communication skills Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize assignments Must be able to work with culturally diverse populations and can relate to people with respect for their individuality Clear understanding of appropriate staff/client boundaries Experience working successfully with issues of substance abuse, mental health, criminal background, and other potential barriers to economic self-sufficiency Nice to Have Skills Knowledge of principles, practices, and Federal, State and local laws regarding homelessness including Housing First, Motivational Interviewing and Harm Reduction principles Familiarity with Yolo County is a plus Understanding of or experience with the 5 protective factors Understanding of or experience with trauma informed care Essential Physical Requirements Candidates must be able to perform tasks which involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work daily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role. Experience & Educational Background Candidates must have at least three years of experience working with vulnerable and homeless individuals or have an Associate Degree or above in Social Work, Psychology, Social Services, or a related field. Should have a solid understanding and experience in managing/motivating staff as well as providing support in stressful working environments. Experience with reflective practice preferred. REQUIRED FOR EMPLOYMENT Vaccinations Candidates will be required to show proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 upon commencing employment. Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis for exemptions to this requirement in accordance with applicable law. Applicants should be aware that for external-facing roles, particularly those involving close contact with vulnerable individuals, accommodations that involve remaining unvaccinated against COVID-19 may not be deemed reasonable. YCCA will engage in the interactive process on an individualized basis considering each particular role. County or State Required Documentation Due to the nature of this role a successful fingerprint and background check is required. OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION At Yolo County Children's Alliance, a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace is one where all employees and volunteers, whatever their gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, sexual orientation or identity, education or disability, feels valued and respected. We are committed to a nondiscriminatory approach and provide equal opportunity for employment and advancement in all our departments, programs, and worksites. We respect and value diverse life experiences and heritages and ensure that all voices are valued and heard. We're committed to modeling diversity and inclusion for our industry sector, and to maintaining an inclusive environment with equitable treatment for all.
Company:
Yolo County Children's Alliance
Posted:
December 26 2023 on ApplicantPro
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