Housing Case Manager

JOB SUMMARY

The Housing Case Manager is responsible for the delivery of homelessness prevention and housing stabilization services to tenants who were formerly homeless. The position calls for delivery of services to program participants by establishing relationships with community service providers; providing information and referral assistance to tenants; intervening in tenant crises; providing eviction prevention services; coordinating activities that develop community, and facilitating occupational opportunities for tenants. The Housing Case Manager maintains service delivery based on the values inherent in Plymouth’s mission; the principles of cultural proficiency and anti-racism; the tenets of harm reduction; and the ‘housing first’ philosophy. This building has a cohort of Native American tenants, as well as a high percentage of tenants with long-term chronic alcohol abuse and addiction.

ESSENTIAL JOB QUALIFICATIONS

(Any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and experience)

Education: BA/BS degree in a human service field.  Advanced education can be substituted for experience and/or

years of experience can be substituted for the required degree.

Experience: Minimum of two (2) years experience working with homeless and low-income individuals, including persons living with mental and physical illnesses, chemical dependency/addictions, disabilities, HIV/AIDS.

Other Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively under stressful conditions with people of varying socioeconomic backgrounds, sexual orientations and ethnic diversity.
  • Comfortable and motivated in working with Native American clients, and clients with chronic alcohol abuse and addiction.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Good  organizational skills with ability to prioritize effectively and meet deadlines in a professional manner.
  • Proficient and experienced with Microsoft Office applications; particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook.  Must be able to work efficiently and effectively with      customized databases and technology, and conduct Internet research.
  • Ability to develop and sustain successful relationships with community agencies and resources.
  • Able to work a 40-hour work week, including one weeknight late shift (11:30am-8pm) and willingness to work Thanksgiving Day morning.
  • Valid Washington State Driver License and driving record acceptable to Plymouth’s insurers.

COMPENSATION         $15.39 – $18.51 (DOE)

BENEFITS                   Excellent benefit package – medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and group life insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, flexible benefit plan, paid time off, paid holidays, bus pass subsidy, discounted gym membership & Employee Assistance Program.

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW

Plymouth Housing Group is non-profit organization with 145+ employees and an annual operating budget of over $17 million. Our mission is to eliminate homelessness and stabilize homeless and very-low-income people in housing by preserving, developing, and operating safe, decent, affordable housing, and by providing opportunities for homeless and very-low-income people to improve their lives. Plymouth owns and operates 12 apartment buildings in the downtown Seattle corridor, providing permanent homes to over 1,000 people.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit letter of interest, resume, and application (available online at www.plymouthhousing.org) to Human Resources, Plymouth Housing Group, 2113 Third Avenue, Seattle, WA  98121, or FAX to 206.374.0602 or E-Mail to jobs@plymouthhousing.org. PLEASE NO PHONE CALLSAPPLICATION DEADLINE

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Open until filled.

Plymouth Housing Group is committed to doing its work with compassion and respect for the dignity, worth

 and uniqueness of all people and all cultures.

 

PLYMOUTH HOUSING GROUP IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

PEOPLE OF COLOR STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY