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Community Resource Advocate II - Emergency Rent, Bi lingual
Location:
Beaverton, OR
Description:
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT Position Title: community resource advocate ii Department: emergency rent Open Date: March 14, 2023 Reports to: community resource advocate supervisor Close Date: until filled Work Location: 5050 sw griffith drive, beaverton Hiring Range:* $18.65 - $20.52 FLSA Status: non-exempt Position Status: regular full time (RFT) Benefit Status: eligible for benefits Work Hours Per Week: 40 Number of Positions: 3 Months Active: all Positions Supervised: 0 Notice, this position requires you to be bilingual in English and Arabic or Spanish, both verbal and written. *Note on Hiring Range: For applicants with extensive qualifications and/or years of experience, hiring range may be exceeded with approval. If approval is granted, it will be based upon careful review of the applicant's qualifications, experience, internal equity and budgetary considerations. The final rate approved will typically never be at a rate equal to or above the established midpoint of the pay range for the position. Benefits: All regular full-time (RFT) status positions of 20 hours per week or more year round or part year of .50 FTE or higher are eligible for our outstanding benefits package including: Individual Medical with premium covered at 90% Free Dental insurance for the employee Employer matched retiremet dollar for dollar for the first 3% Generous paid sick and vacation time 13 paid 0bserved holidays Free life and long term disability insurance Medex travel assistance Employee Assistance Program Rich and diverse mission-based working environment Position Summary: In support of the Agency's mission, this position is responsible for equitable allocation of rent assistance resources to best meet the needs of each applicant. This involves screening clients for eligibility, gathering required documentation, and providing direct assistance from a variety of funds in adherence with all funding guidelines. This position must accurately enter information into statewide client databases and provide additional referrals as needed. This position requires the ability to accurately review rental ledgers (and the various charges which may appear in them) and make decisions on funds and amounts based on information provided by landlords. Duties also include establishing collaborative relationships with landlords, partner agencies, and clients while achieving positive results with diverse populations. Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Conduct phone-based or face-to-face interviews with low-income households that live in Washington County. Screen households for eligibility to participate in Emergency Rent and/or Utility Assistance programs and schedule appointments as appropriate. Perform assessments, submit required documentation, and issue payments to clients from a variety of funds, in adherence with all funding guidelines. Negotiate with landlords to prevent evictions or enter into rental contracts. Accurately enter information into statewide client database in order to capture required statistical information as well as generate authorized payments. Maintain real-time, accurate, complete and confidential records including rental ledgers, W-9 forms, and income eligibility documents. Submit and prepare service transactions as required. Collect and enter information (including required client documentation) into multiple systems of record or databases as needed with a high degree of accuracy. As appropriate, provide resource information and assess rental situations of clients for any concerns regarding fair housing practices and/or Oregon landlord/tenant laws. Consistently maintain a clean and orderly workstation to ensure interactions with clients are healthy and high-quality, and efficiencies in operations are maintained. Maintain confidentiality of all client information and/or other confidential information. Strictly adhere to all safety policies and procedures at all times and respond/correct any at-risk safety issues immediately. Strictly adhere to agency code of ethics and standards of workplace behavior. Perform other duties as assigned to meet business needs including regular and reliable attendance and adherence to all company workplace behavior standards. Marginal Functions and Responsibilities: Participate in special projects and data collection to enhance program planning and delivery. Keep informed about availability and current status of social service programs serving Washington County residents. Other marginal functions and responsibilities as assigned. Required Education/Training/Experience: Bilingual in English and Arabic or Spanish, both verbal and written. High School Diploma or equivalency with a minimum of six months customer service experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Intermediate computer literacy in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and software programs. Experience completing data entry with accuracy. Experience working collaboratively with a wide range of other professionals and social service agencies. Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a diverse work environment. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Preferred: Associate's Degree or higher in Social Services or a directly related field. Knowledge of Washington County community resources. Experience completing data entry with a high degree of accuracy in multiple systems of record. Required Licensing or Other Special Certifications: N/A Required Physical Demands of Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Work is performed in normal office environment. Constant exposure to computer and keyboard with extensive phone use. In normal work day, may stand/walk 2 hrs/day; may sit _ 5.5_ hrs/day; may drive _ 1/2 _ hrs/day; may use hands for repetitive grasping, pushing and pulling, typing and fine manipulation _ 4.5_ hrs/day; may use hands at or above shoulder level for _ 1_ hrs/day. In normal work day, may bend, squat, and/or climb frequently. Work is light in nature, lifting maximum of 20 lbs with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 20 lbs. May require walking or standing to a significant degree, or sitting most of the time with a degree of pushing and pulling of arms and/or leg controls. How to Apply for this Position: To be considered we must receive a completed Community Action Employment Application form. You are welcome to also include a cover letter and resume at your option. Transcripts may be required for certain positions. Applications can be completed on our website: www.caowash.org or you can print off the application to complete or pick up the application form at either of our following locations: Hillsboro - 1001 SW Baseline St, Hillsboro OR 97123 Beaverton - 5050 SW Griffith Dr, Suite 101, Beaverton OR 97005 Be sure to submit your application in a timely manner. If you choose not to complete an online application, you can send your completed application form, optional resume and cover letter and any other required documents via fax at 503.357.XXXX. If you prefer to mail your application be sure to mail attention Human Resources at the Hillsboro office address above. All application submissions will be acknowledged with a receipt notification. If you are selected for an interview, we will contact you. All current Community Action employees are encouraged to apply for openings at Community Action which they are interested in. For current employees, some qualifications may be met by an equivalent combination or education and experience at the discretion of the employer. COMMUNITY ACTION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Community Action is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, age, race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state equal employment opportunity laws. Applicants with disabilities may request accommodation to complete the application and selection process. Please notify Human Resources at least three (3) working days prior to the date of need. Job Posted by ApplicantPro
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Community Action Organization
Posted:
December 26 2023 on ApplicantPro
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