Resident Counselor III

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Job Code: PD23-44
Posted On: Friday, 9th June 2023
Department: Resident Services
Location: Main Office
Kensington, Md
10400 Detrick Avenue
Job Type:
Full Time
Education: 4 Year Degree
Pay Rate: Grade 20; Salary Range: $55,842 – $73,542

Job Description:

Salary Commensurate With Experience

This position will provide intensive trauma informed case services to residents who are County referred homeless/disabled individuals/families. Case management will provide linkage with available community resources for furnishings, moving costs, security deposits, application fees, etc. Will assist participants with lease arrangements and requirements for lease compliance; perform general unit inspections and develop a service plan based on initial and periodic needs  assessment. Liaison with local landlords and various County service providers. Serves as a team member of the Supportive Housing Program and works cooperatively in meeting the unit’s goals. This position requires traveling to client’s homes to conduct home visits.

Preferred Skills:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counseling or related field.
  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in case management with low income, culturally diverse adults.
  • Minimum of 1-year experience working with adults who are homeless.
  • Minimum of 1-year experience working with adults with mental health disabilities.
  • Minimum of 1-year experience in the residential leasing or property management industry.
  • Must have the ability to relate well to people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
  • Must have familiarity with age process, elder services, and disability services.
  • Must have familiarity with eligibility and procedures for federal and state entitlement programs.
  • Must possess excellent assessment, oral and written communication skills.
  • Must have the ability to work independently, meet deadlines and exercise good judgment.
  • Must have good computer skills (Word & Excel).
  • Must have working knowledge of community resources.
  • Must have a good driving record and own transportation is required.
  • Bi-lingual in Spanish preferred.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted. Low income residents in Montgomery County with the above qualifications are encouraged to apply.