HUD Service Coordinator - Full-Time in Hartland / Oconomowoc Area

Lutheran Social Services (LSS) is a private, non-profit, human service agency providing a variety of services throughout Wisconsin and Upper Michigan. Over the years, LSS has grown to become one of the largest human service agencies in the two state area serving more than 125,000 clients annually. We are looking for passionate, mission-driven individuals like you to help provide services including outpatient behavioral health management, international, domestic and special needs adoptions, older adult services, support services for children, youth and families, community corrections programs and support services for adults with disabilities and / or mental health concerns.

Motivated by the compassion of Christ, we help people improve the quality of their lives. Does this describe your personal mission statement? Are you motivated to serve by sharing your talents? If you would like to help us achieve our mission, please apply for the following opportunity.

Description

LSS of WI & Upper MI is currently seeking a Housing & Urban Development (HUD) Service Coordinator to serve our tenants in the Hartland / Oconomowoc area! The role is based in Hartland and will require travel around the area including Oconomowoc supporting the needs of residents in the community.

Our program is designed to promote and support self-sufficiency of individuals residing in properties, facilitating a variety of support services within the residential community. Our role as Service Coordinators is to connect residents with services in the community with the goal of reducing early admission to nursing homes or assisted living programs, promote independence, and help our clients stay independent for as long as possible.

This a full-time, benefit eligible, onsite opportunity at 40 hours / week.

This position will support three (3) HUD properties, as follows :

• Breezewood Commons - Hartland, WI - 20 hours / week
• Hickoryview Commons - Oconomowoc, WI - 10 hours / week
• Parkland Commons - Oconomowoc, WI - 10 hours / week

All work will be performed onsite at the HUD buildings, with Breezewood Commons being the main site. Travel will be reimbursed to the other locations. Hickoryview Commons and Parkland Commons are right next door to each other.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Under the direction of the Program Supervisor, the Service Coordinator HUD provides information and referrals to community connections to tenants following guidelines, as defined in the HUD Housing Handbook Section 202, who need supportive community services to maintain self-sufficiency.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

PERKS :

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Upon offer, candidates must successfully complete the necessary background, caregiver, medical and any other checks required, according to program requirements . Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE :

Bachelor's degree in social work, sociology, psychology or related field or an equivalent combination of education and / or experience is required with at least 3 years' of related experience, to include experience working with the older adult population. Working knowledge of supportive services and other resources for older adults and / or persons with disabilities is strongly preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS :

The incumbent of this position must have a valid driver's license and have reliable transportation to perform the essential duties of the role; a motor vehicle check (MVR) with a satisfactory driving record per the LSS Driver Safety Procedure is required, and ability to meet LSS auto insurance requirements.

LANGUAGE SKILLS :

Ability to communicate both in verbal and written format, effectively and efficiently in job. Ability to read, write, analyze, and interpret to complete all required intervention and goal process documentation by established timeframes. Must write progress reports and clearly communicate to external customers the effectiveness of services. Ability to document in neat, legible, accurate, and objective and consistently reflect the services provided.

COMPUTER SKILLS / TECHNOLOGY :

Working knowledge of computers to allow employee to access computer systems and applications to complete timecards, read and respond to email, and complete required on-line training.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT :

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to frequent bending / stooping, crouching, kneeling and crawling.

The incumbent of this position works in an air-conditioned, office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. May occasionally be exposed to chemical fumes such as paint and carpet cleaning. May enter client's apartment and be exposed to smoke and common house hold allergens such as dust, mildew and pets. The incumbent may also be exposed to outdoor weather conditions when traveling on company business.

The above is not an all-encompassing statement of duties, responsibilities and requirements for this position.

TRAVEL : Day to day travel is required.

LSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor Degree of Hum. Serv. or Related Field (required)

Licenses & Certifications

Driver's License (required)

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

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