Why Work For Us

Community Action changes people’s lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities and makes America a better place to live. We care about the entire community and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other.

In a survey, 100% of our Employees said their qualifications, experience, and skills are used effectively, and they have fun at work.

We offer the opportunity to give back to the community, paired with competitive wages & benefits, all during weekday daytime hours.

Job Summary

Work one on one with clients to determine eligibility and educate them about the skills and resources necessary to become self-sufficient. Work cooperatively with local jobs and training, social service providers, and inter-agency programs in providing referrals and services to homeless or at-risk clients. Check tenants in and out of units and coordinate unit preparation for new tenants. Assist with homeless prevention program. Provide financial counseling, budgeting and tenant training to crisis housing participants.

Qualifications

• Minimum: Associate’s Degree in Human Services or Related Field
• Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or Related Field
• More than 1 year experience- Working with people in poverty and crisis, Working with and in accepting people from multi-cultural and diverse family backgrounds, working with homeless, at-risk, mentally ill, chemically dependent or physically disabled people.
• DHS Background Study Clearance
• Valid Driver’s License & MVR approval for use of Agency Vehicles

Schedule/Location

• 32 Hours/Week
• Daytime weekday shift- no nights, weekends, or holiday shifts.
• Grand Rapids, MN

Compensation

• Starting Hourly Wage of $21.67
• Wage Scale of $21.67 to $31.44
• Scheduled Raises & Cost of Living Allowances

Benefits

• Generous Paid-Time-Off (PTO) Package 14 Paid Holidays/year
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurances,
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account options.
• Retirement Plan with option for employer contribution
• Tuition Assistance opportunities & Loan Forgiveness qualifying credit
• Many Training and Professional Development opportunities.

Posting Information

Applicants must submit a KOOTASCA application to be considered. A complete job description, more position information, and our online application are located at www.kootasca.org/about/employment

KOOTASCA Community Action is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action (AA) Employer. We recruit, select, hire, place, transfer, promote, demote, layoff, discipline, terminate, recall, compensate, and train without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, familial status, disability, veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other basis protected by applicable laws, directives, and regulations of federal, state, and local governing bodies or agencies. We will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities whenever possible.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.67 - $31.44 per hour

Expected hours: 32 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work Location: In person