Description

Job Summary: Alumni Specialist will work with clients in Vision House Follow-up Program to gather statistical information regarding their housing and to provide on-going supportive services. The Alumni Specialist also fosters relationships with local landlords to identify housing opportunities for families exiting the Vision House program. 

At Vision House we serve a population from a variety of backgrounds. We strongly value diversity and actively seek applicants that will balance our employment workforce to align with the populations we serve. Questions regarding our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion can be directed toward HR or our DEI Committee.

This position is Full-time 40 hours, Non-exempt

LOCATION: primary location in Renton, WA with weekly trips to Shoreline, WA.

REPORTS TO: Family Transitions Director

Our new Alumni Specialist will enjoy the following pay and benefits:

• $20 - $22 per hour depending on experience
• Health insurance for Employee only: Medical $80/month, Dental $11/month, and Vision $1/month. Separate rates for spouses/dependents. 
• Retirement plan with up to a 3% matching employer contribution
• 12 days of vacation (increases with tenure)
• 13 days of paid holidays
• Generous sick-leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Childcare Tuition Assistance

An Alumni Specialist’s responsibilities are:

• Partner with Case Managers at exit of residents from Vision House Family Services.
• Use data base to provide information on current alumni contact information.
• Make contact with and interview alumni on a regular basis, filling out surveys/matrix as needed.
• Provide “light” Case Management that is Strength based, Trauma informed, Client driven and Housing Focused in order to sustain client’s housing.
• Assist clients with community resources and potential housing referrals along with updated information around Landlord Tenant law and relational support.
• Utilize a harm reduction/housing first model when working with clients.
• Address potential barriers to positive landlord communication.
• Serve as an ongoing liaison between property managers and participants as well as between participants and neighbors maintaining consistent communication. 
• Provide mediation and advocacy with landlords on the client’s behalf to develop a workable plan to obtain and /or maintain housing.
• Partner with Housing Specialist to identify housing opportunities and recruit landlords to provide housing for individuals and families experiencing homelessness.
• Conduct classes with Housing Specialist for residents who are getting ready to move to permanent housing.
• Plan alumni support groups, bible study and holiday events 
• Maintain daily log records, monthly outcome reports, and files for each client. 
• Participate in Vision House Program team meetings, trainings, and collaboration around services.
• Weekly supervision with Entry Team Supervisor.
• Assume other responsibilities as assigned or required.

Requirements

Alumni Specialist candidates should have the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services preferred or a minimum of a two-year degree in Human related services combined with two years related experience
• Workable knowledge of budgeting, employment readiness and housing resources
• Understanding and/or experience with Motivational Interviewing
• Strong communications skills: listening, oral and written and positive problem-solving
• Possess strong organizational skills with ability to meet a demanding workload 
• Fluency in the English language, written and verbal, is required; Spanish speaking is desired
• Sensitivity to cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of population served
• Must be committed to empowering others to solve their own problems
• The ability to establish and set appropriate limits with persons served to help them gain skills and confidence
• The ability to work within a highly collaborative team environment and independently, with supervision
• Familiarity with HUD
• Experience with computer, working knowledge of MS Office, strong Excel skills
• Must have a reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• Must have the ability to work some evenings.
• Ability to pass background check
• Ability to sign our Statement of Faith
• Working knowledge of Christ-centered servant leadership