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BACKGROUND:
For nearly 40 years, Urban Strategies, Inc. has assisted residents and community stakeholders to design and implement a wide range of transformative projects in distressed U.S. communities. Our mission is all children and families will be stable and thriving.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Lead Mobility Specialist is responsible for the planning, supervision and execution of mobility services for families being relocated as part of the execution of a place based transformation initiative. Additionally, the Lead Mobility Specialist is responsible for providing comprehensive case management, referral, and seamless coordination with community and supportive service activities that promote economic self-sufficiency for families, enhance quality of life for seniors and the disabled, and increase opportunities for residents. In addition, they will provide specialized assistance to support families through the relocation process as identified below. This position will work with a team of social workers, case managers, and employment specialists, and other professionals to identify appropriate strategies and assist families under the Norfolk St. Paul’s People First Initiative funded in part through a Choice Neighborhoods Implementation (CNI) Grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
DIRECT SERVICE DELIVERY RESPONSIBILITIES:
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and/or experience required:
• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology or other relevant field.
• A minimum of three years of work experience as a case manager, service connector, or other relevant direct practice with low-income households, experience with health services a plus.
• Commitment to strengths-based and family-focused service planning; ability to understand program philosophies and place-based approach
• Ability and commitment to handle privileged information in a professional and confidential manner
• Ability to function as a team player in both internal and external relationships
• Availability to attend evening and weekend functions as required
• Possession of a valid driver's license and availability of automobile for work use
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
Skills and/or competencies required:
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Strong organizational, planning and time management skills.
• A strong sense of and respect for confidentiality involving both participants and fellow employees.
• Must excel in fast-paced environment
• Ability to work in a variety of settings with culturally-diverse persons and communities with the ability to be culturally sensitive and appropriate.
• The ability to work independently and with initiative, combined with skills for thriving in a team environment to achieve shared goals.
• Computer proficiency in MS Office Suite (Advanced MS Excel), other commonly used software.
THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT INTENDED TO BE AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS AN ALL INCLUSIVE LIST OF ALL THE RESPONSIBILITIES, SKILLS OR WORKING CONDITIONS ASSOCIATED WITH THE POSITION. WHILE IT IS INTENDED TO ACCURATELY REFLECT THE POSITION ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS, MANAGEMENT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY, ADD OR REMOVE DUTIES AND ASSIGN OTHER DUTIES AS NECESSARY. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS MAY BE MADE TO ASSIST INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES IN MEETING THE EXPECTATIONS OF THIS POSITION.
Urban Strategies is an equal opportunity employer.
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05/11/2023
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urbanstrategiesny.org
BROOKLYN, NY
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