WHO WE ARE: We are more than a nonprofit organization. We are a ministry of service that includes nearly 600 paid, professional employees dedicated to helping those in need to rebuild their lives and reach their full potential. Founded locally in 1911, the Northern California & Northern Nevada affiliate of Volunteers of America (VOA-NCNN) is one of the largest providers of social services in the region, operating more than 40 programs including housing, employment services, substance abuse, and recovery services to families, individuals, veterans, seniors, and youth. In fact, VOA-NCNN provides shelter or housing to over 4,000 men, women, and children every night.
OUR MISSION: To change individual lives, instill hope, increase self-worth and facilitate independence through quality housing, employment, and related supportive services. Volunteers of America Northern California & Northern Nevada inspires self-sufficiency, dignity, and hope by providing critical health and human services to thousands of vulnerable individuals and families across Northern California & Northern Nevada.
PROGRAM AND LOCATION: VOA-NCNN, a Certified Great Place to Work, is recruiting for full-time Housing Specialists for the Adolfo Housing Program at our Mather Community Campus. Full-time employees (working 30 or more hours a week) are eligible for a benefits package that includes paid holidays, vacation, sick pay, health, dental, vision, life, and short-term disability insurance coverage.
Under general supervision, this position will assist residents in obtaining and maintaining housing. Objectives include supportive interaction with program participants and team members, assessment of participant’s needs, supporting the safety and the integrity of all residents, and performance of all work duties as required. Work is performed in a cost effective and service-oriented manner as it relates to established organizational standards providing services to clients without ethnic or social prejudices.
OBJECTIVES/ACTIVITIES:
A. Responsible for performing daily work requirements to achieve established objectives of the department.
B. Responsible for self-development.
EQUIVALENT EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or a related field is preferred. This position requires two years of successful experience in the delivery of human services or any combination of education, training and experience, which would provide the knowledge and ability to complete the duties outlined above. Working knowledge of credit and legal responsibilities of renters as well as familiarity with low-income housing resources is preferred. Strong verbal and written communication skills are necessary as well as knowledge of problems unique to emancipated foster youth, persons with disabilities, substance abuse and adolescent parents. Must have the willingness to function as a team member with the ability to make skillful independent decisions. Valid California driver's license and ability to meet the organization’s insurance carrier guidelines are required. Must pass all required background clearances in accordance with agency, County, State, and federal standards. CPR/First Aid certification is required within 90 days of employment. Completion and maintenance of all required training and health clearances.
SPECIFIC SKILLS REQUIRED:
Teamwork skillsOral and written communication skills Computer Skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)Ability to de-escalate situations and assist residents and staff in emergency situations Organizational skillsAnalytical and decision-making ability
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and stoop throughout the workdayAbility to occasionally lift and move up to 25 poundsAbility to travel between campus and community locations as neededAble to climb stairs as required
USD $28.84 - USD $32.39 /Hr.
Volunteers of America is a national, nonprofit, faith-based organization providing local human service programs, as well as opportunities for individual and community involvement.
Established locally in 1911, Volunteers of America Northern California & Northern Nevada's ongoing mission to reach and uplift all people has expanded to include families with children, seniors, the homeless, former foster youth, and people with substance abuse issues. Our goal? To end homelessness, support the most vulnerable populations and transform the community into a better place.
Our professional staff currently operates more than 40 locally managed and delivered programs. Services provided include food and shelter, counseling, independent living and parenting skills, substance-abuse treatment and rehabilitation, and job training. Learn more about us.
