Assistance Coordinator

Full Time | Day Shift working 9AM-5PM

Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio is currently seeking an Assistance Coordinator for Faith Mission in Columbus, Ohio. Faith Mission is one of the largest homeless shelters in Columbus, Ohio, providing meals and shelter to men, women and Veterans with dignity and compassion.

The ideal candidate will share Our Mission: Creating a better world by serving people in need.

What will I do as an Assistance Coordinator with Lutheran Social Services?

• Maintain a working knowledge of federal guidelines and regulations governing these funds.
• Ensure program procedures, standards and guidelines are met.
• Conducts outreach to external partners/providers to educate them about the Veteran's Program, and to ensure maximum access and utilization of these funds by eligible participants.
• Screen vets for SSVF eligibility as needed.
• Manage client assistance budgets.
• Ensure the timely collection, collation, and production of statistical information and reports.
• Research demographic and other statistical information regarding the emergency assistance needs and demands in our local community on a regular basis.
• Enter data into HMIS system.
• Assist with Furniture Bank appointments.
• Transport clients to appointments/viewings when necessary
• Assist with opening and maintaining HUD VASH client files.
• Track Temporary Financial Assistance/ Request
• Manage Office Supplies
• Provide clerical support.
• Audit closed files for storage and ensure filing system is maintained.
• Document case review and team meeting minutes

Requirements for an Assistance Coordinator with Lutheran Social Services:

• A minimum of a bachelor's degree in social work or a related field with two years of experience working with homeless population
• Case management and crisis intervention experience required.
• Valid Ohio driver's license, access to reliable insured transportation and ability to meet LSS insurance standards required.

As one of the largest non-for-profits in Central Ohio, we value our employees. Our excellence is based upon team members dedicated to a fulfilling career and committed to the service of others.

Benefits with Lutheran Social Services:

• Health insurance with 4-plan options!
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matched savings
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Medical and Childcare Flexible Spending (FSA)
• Health Savings Account
• PTO and 12 Paid Holidays
• Opportunity to make a positive impact on individuals & the community.

About Lutheran Social Services:

We put our Mission of Service into action. Every day LSS serves thousands of people in 27 Ohio counties by addressing the four core societal issues of food, shelter, safety, and healing. LSS offers Food Pantries, housing and supportive services through homeless shelters, domestic violence services, senior living and health care, affordable housing communities, and other services that uplift families and strengthen communities.

Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio is committed to being an equal opportunity employer.