Job Description:

The Resident Counselor is a professional position and will provide intensive trauma informed case services to residents who are county referred homeless, disabled individuals, and or 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.

Essentials Duties & Responsibilities:

• Demonstrated ability to effectively engage with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Familiarity with aging processes, elder services, and disability services.
• Understanding of eligibility criteria and procedures for federal and state entitlement programs.
• Knowledgeable about community resources.

Knowledge and Skills Needed:

• Knowledge of community resources
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with individuals who are homeless.
• 3+ years of case management experience, specifically with low-income, culturally diverse adults.
• Minimum 1 year of experience supporting adults with mental health disabilities.
• Proficient in computer skills, especially Word and Excel.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and exercise sound judgment.
• Strong assessment, oral, and written communication skills.
• Possession of a valid driving record and license, with personal transportation required.
• Bilingual preferred

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counseling or related field

Preferred Skills:

HOC is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, citizenship, immigration status, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law. HOC promotes a drug-free workplace.

HOC conducts criminal background checks, employment reference checks, and where applicable, reviews driving records in determining suitability for employment. Selected applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Employment is contingent upon drug and alcohol test results.