Self-Help Housing Group Worker Specialist

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We are seeking an energetic, client-centered**Self-Help Housing Group

Worker Specialist**to assist clients in all aspects of the process with

our Self-Help Housing programs. This position is 40 hours per week and

based out of the Lewiston Office.

• Starting Rate of Pay**: \$21.00/hr
• Essential Duties**:
• Provide program information and facilitate/support the intake
  
  

process for applicants.

• Maintain updated files and documentation for clients, including
  
  

following up with clients and determining eligibility.

• Data entry and compliance utilizing the client management systems.
• Act as a group leader to motivate clients and resolve any individual
  
  

and group-related challenges.

• Guiding families through the home closing process.
  
  

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision,
  
  

life, short and long-term disability, accident, critical illness &

hospital indemnity

• Paid Time Off (up to 18 days for full-time employees)
• Up to 13 paid holidays per year
• 403(b) pension plan with agency contribution and match
• Community Concepts is a qualified employer under the Public Service
  
  

Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

Desired Qualifications

• Minimum of High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Associates degree in Social Services or Business Administration
  
  

preferred.

• Minimum of three years of customer service
• Section 502 USDA Rural Development Loan Packaging Certification
  
  

preferred or must obtain with 6 months of hire.

• Other Requirements:**Successful candidates must possess excellent
  
  

communication skills and the ability to lead and motivate others;

ability to function autonomously and as part of a team; Must be

detail-oriented; competency with Microsoft Office; Pre-employment SBI,

DMV, Maine and National Sex Offender Registry, DHHS, fraud, and federal

debarment background checks must be completed upon offer of hire and as

a condition of employment; valid drivers license and travel within the

service area is required.

• Community Concepts, Inc*. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and
  
  

Provider, committed to fair employment practices in full compliance with

applicable laws. Qualified applicants shall receive consideration for

employment without regard to religion, national origin, age, disability,

ancestry, physical or mental condition, or any other legally protected

characteristic. Please request any necessary accommodations to

participate in the application process.