What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Shelter for Families Coordinator position at Champaign County Regional Planning Commission?
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The Emergency Shelter for Families Coordinator supports a safe and
welcoming environment at the Emergency Shelter for Families (ESF), a
critical program where families with minor children can stay safely
Together While They Pursue Housing Stabilization. The Coordinator Role
identifying support systems and alternative housing options outside
of emergency shelter,
Additional Required Documentation For Entry,
Ideal Candidates Will Have
\- mid- to high-level knowledge and experience in human social services,
particularly with people impacted by homelessness;
\- facilities management experience;
\- ability to maintain a 24/7 on-call status and work a flexible
schedule outside of traditional business hours to assist families at
ESF, as needed;
\- knowledge of housing continuums from shelter to home ownership in
service area; and
\- excellent organizational, written and verbal communication, public
speaking, facilitation, partnership, and records management skills; and
RPCs Community Services division is committed to offering qualified
candidates ongoing training, support, and professional development
experiences to support employees success. **Apply today** and help us
accomplish our mission: **to empower individuals, strengthen families,
and build communities through advancing self-sufficiency**.
Bachelors degree in human services or related field and a minimum of
three years of direct client service experience; combination of
education, training, and experience in the field may be considered.
Ability to pass criminal background check.
Strong background in customer service and human services with programs
target population.
Ability to work outside of traditional business hours to accommodate
program needs, including periodic early mornings, evenings, nights and
weekends.
Maintain a 24/7 on-call status to assist families at ESF, as needed.
Valid drivers license and safe and reliable vehicle. Ability to
transport clients using agency vehicles on occasion.
Ability to visit clients in community-based sites in Champaign County
(e.g., libraries, shelters, public building, etc.).
Ability to follow program procedures while adjusting work style to meet
the needs of the client.
Knowledge of housing continuums from shelter to home ownership in
service area.
Proficient basic to advanced math skills to complete financial forms,
develop reports and understand statistical data. Must use math in daily
work tasks, such as calculating financial eligibility for services,
determining level of subsidy assistance, and monitoring expenditures.
Possess household budgeting skills.
Knowledge of continuing education options including high school, trade,
and college.
Understands steps to implement to work toward gainful employment for
individuals lacking employment history.
Knowledge of public assistance programs, including eligibility and
application process.
Ability to attend community meetings, provide program information at
community meetings, and collect and share rele ant meeting information
with team.
Demonstrate excellent listening skills, presentation and public speaking
skills, and the ability to share information with diverse audiences.
Strong facilitation and partnership skills, including demonstrated
ability to draft agendas, organize and lead meetings, and complete
necessary follow up.
Ability to handle program and client information in a confidential
manner and report concerns as mandated.
Ability to understand the vision, mission, and values of CCRPC and to
implement in everyday work.
Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions with minimum
supervision.
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills and the
ability to forge positive relationships with clients, co-workers, and
colleagues.
Proficient in English (spelling, punctuation, grammar).
Ability to attend worksite regularly to perform job duties and
responsibilities.
Aptitude to become proficient with proprietary database operations and
demonstrate functional proficiency in file management and use of
Microsoft Offi
Information, Please See
https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13765412
The Emergency Shelter for Families Coordinator supports a safe and
welcoming environment at the Emergency Shelter for Families (ESF), a
critical program where families with minor children can stay safely
Together While They Pursue Housing Stabilization. The Coordinator Role
- ensures efficient and effective responses to families experiencing
identifying support systems and alternative housing options outside
of emergency shelter,
- maintains the ESF waitlist and conducts timely evaluation of
Additional Required Documentation For Entry,
- completes guest intakes, orients families to the ESF, and
- addresses ESF facility maintenance, housekeeping, supply, and
- coordinates with the Housing Authority of Champaign County regarding
- documents issues and provides all formal notices to ESF guests, and
- provides housing stability and housing navigation-focused case
Ideal Candidates Will Have
\- mid- to high-level knowledge and experience in human social services,
particularly with people impacted by homelessness;
\- facilities management experience;
\- ability to maintain a 24/7 on-call status and work a flexible
schedule outside of traditional business hours to assist families at
ESF, as needed;
\- knowledge of housing continuums from shelter to home ownership in
service area; and
\- excellent organizational, written and verbal communication, public
speaking, facilitation, partnership, and records management skills; and
RPCs Community Services division is committed to offering qualified
candidates ongoing training, support, and professional development
experiences to support employees success. **Apply today** and help us
accomplish our mission: **to empower individuals, strengthen families,
and build communities through advancing self-sufficiency**.
Bachelors degree in human services or related field and a minimum of
three years of direct client service experience; combination of
education, training, and experience in the field may be considered.
Ability to pass criminal background check.
Strong background in customer service and human services with programs
target population.
Ability to work outside of traditional business hours to accommodate
program needs, including periodic early mornings, evenings, nights and
weekends.
Maintain a 24/7 on-call status to assist families at ESF, as needed.
Valid drivers license and safe and reliable vehicle. Ability to
transport clients using agency vehicles on occasion.
Ability to visit clients in community-based sites in Champaign County
(e.g., libraries, shelters, public building, etc.).
Ability to follow program procedures while adjusting work style to meet
the needs of the client.
Knowledge of housing continuums from shelter to home ownership in
service area.
Proficient basic to advanced math skills to complete financial forms,
develop reports and understand statistical data. Must use math in daily
work tasks, such as calculating financial eligibility for services,
determining level of subsidy assistance, and monitoring expenditures.
Possess household budgeting skills.
Knowledge of continuing education options including high school, trade,
and college.
Understands steps to implement to work toward gainful employment for
individuals lacking employment history.
Knowledge of public assistance programs, including eligibility and
application process.
Ability to attend community meetings, provide program information at
community meetings, and collect and share rele ant meeting information
with team.
Demonstrate excellent listening skills, presentation and public speaking
skills, and the ability to share information with diverse audiences.
Strong facilitation and partnership skills, including demonstrated
ability to draft agendas, organize and lead meetings, and complete
necessary follow up.
Ability to handle program and client information in a confidential
manner and report concerns as mandated.
Ability to understand the vision, mission, and values of CCRPC and to
implement in everyday work.
Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions with minimum
supervision.
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills and the
ability to forge positive relationships with clients, co-workers, and
colleagues.
Proficient in English (spelling, punctuation, grammar).
Ability to attend worksite regularly to perform job duties and
responsibilities.
Aptitude to become proficient with proprietary database operations and
demonstrate functional proficiency in file management and use of
Microsoft Offi