JOB DESCRIPTION Job Description

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of residents (conduct needs assessments, community meetings, etc.) in order to offer residents, the opportunity to assist their community and to guide them towards appropriate services and resources.
• Surveys the resident population to identify priority of needs and solicit resident input on service preferences.
• Assist residents and property operations staff in understanding those needs.
• Develop strategies to link residents with needed services, including aiding in overcoming various barriers that might impede access to services.
• Establish and maintain partnerships with relevant organizations and individuals, with an emphasis on providing on-site services to residents and the community.
• Implement priority programs and essential activities through partnerships with other community-based service providers / organizations.

When other service organizations are not available, may deliver direct services.

• Participate in the development of pilot programs to test new models of service delivery and carry out implementation of specified programming at assigned properties.
• Collect required data for all programming offered, record data and submit reports in an accurate and timely manner. Maintain all reporting requirements set by funding and / or governmental agencies.
• Evaluate outcomes of regularly scheduled on-site programs and services as required for quality improvement.
• Obtain appropriate releases to interact with others on behalf of the resident. Maintain confidentiality appropriately.
• Work with property staff, families, and community agencies to identify and address resident problems before they reach crisis proportions.
• Be an active member of the site team, working collaboratively with the property manager and other site staff to meet property needs and resolve resident problems.
• Work with residents to resolve conflicts with neighbors.
• Plan and coordinate recreational, cultural, and social activities in coordination with property operations staff and residents, as needed.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive list of available community resources (employment, education, social service agencies, etc.) for residents.
• Attends all staff meetings, training sessions, and other appropriate meetings and conferences as required.
• Participate in relevant local, regional, state and / or national organizations as assigned.

Work Experience

• Knowledge of services available in Hidalgo County.
• Understanding of procedures and eligibility for federal and state entitlement programs and legal liability issues related to service coordination.
• Ability to develop effective working partnerships with various types of community groups and institutions.
• Function effectively in an environment with diverse cultures, multiple perspectives, and competing needs.
• Demonstrate a commitment to recognizing residents’ knowledge and experience as a valuable resource.
• Motivate individuals to actively participate in services.
• Ability to effectively facilitate meetings and community gatherings.
• Proficient with MS Office (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work some evenings and weekends, as required.
• Demonstrated ability to establish trusting, confidential relationships.
• Proven ability to work with diverse groups in cooperative problem-solving and consensus building.

Benefits

Onin Staffing offers the following for only $17.80 a week!!

• Every Onin Job Opportunities come with amazing benefits
• $5 Prescription Drugs
• $5 Visit Copays
• Free Tele doctor Services
• Free Counseling Services
• Life Insurance Included
• Vision Insurance Included
• Dental Insurance Included
• Vacation and Holiday Pay
• Scholarship Opportunities
• NEW! 401 (K) Retirement Plan
• Free Legal Services
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