Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority · 1 week ago
Program Coordinator, FSS
Cincinnati, OH
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelCincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority is seeking a Program Coordinator to work within the Housing Choice Voucher department. The role involves assisting with the Family Self-Sufficiency programs by recruiting participants, conducting assessments, coordinating goal-setting activities, and developing partnerships with community agencies.
Home ServicesNon ProfitProperty Management
Responsibilities
Recruit and enroll program participants for the Agency’s Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) programs
Perform social service needs assessments for participants through interviews and individualized action plans
Provide coordination of goal-setting activities for participants both at enrollment and on an annual basis
Identify and refer participants to community agencies and resources, which will provide services to meet assessed needs
Complete the entire recertification process for participants (annuals, interims) for the Family Self-Sufficiency program participants
Complete rent increases for FSS participants
Completed and issue moving vouchers when necessary
Completes the participants Individual Service Plan annually at the time of the recertification process
Monitor participant’s escrow monthly
Prepare participants for the homeownership program including any all aspects of the homeownership program including referrals such as the homeownership center or working in neighborhoods to move participants toward homeownership
Develop and maintain good working relationships with health, welfare, and social agencies as well as job developers as potential resources for participants
Perform basic administrative tasks related to the job (i.e.: computerized tracking systems, statistical reports, case recordings, and other related information)
Create various marketing tools including brochures, monthly newsletters, and flyers to recruit, and later to connect services to participants
Develop partnerships with social services to providers to ensure participants/residents are provided linkages to receive these services
Attend weekly HCV briefings to conduct FSS presentation
Reach and meet with new service providers that would benefits FSS participants each month to include in pamphlet and monthly event
Reaching and tracking how many times you are reaching out to participants to discuss goals
Schedule service provider events monthly for FSS participants
Develop a Service Provider pamphlet for FSS participants for resources
Schedule events for the participants that would assist in moving them toward economic self-sufficiency such as budgeting classes, credit repair and available educational opportunities
Extensive knowledge in the following: Methods in Effective Rental Counseling; client financial counseling, foreclosure prevention, homebuyer education, and fundamentals of pre-purchase
Participate in departmental activities that support the goal of self-sufficiency
Assist with Homeownership Fair annually
Learn and maintain knowledge of the family self-sufficiency policies and procedures
Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Advanced computer skills for Word, Microsoft Products, and Power Point
Experience with other assisted housing programs
Specialized knowledge of available community resources
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, analyze and interpret complex rules, regulations and directives; make computations and maintain accurate and up-to-date records
Strong listening skills and a high interest level in working with low to moderate-income clients
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality
In depth knowledge of community resources
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in community relations, social work, marketing, communications or other related discipline
Incumbent must also take and pass the HUD Certified Housing Counseling and HCV Housing Specialist certifications within 12 months of employment with CMHA
The incumbent must possess and maintain a valid driver's license in state of residence, and maintain an insurable driving record under the terms and conditions of the CMHA auto liability policy. The incumbent may have no more than 6 accumulated points in 3 consecutive years
Company
Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority
Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority provides rental and housing services to individuals and families.
Founded in 1933
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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Reema Ruberg
Chief Operating Officer
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