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SNAP Social Worker/Housing Specialist/Homeless in Spokane, Washington
+-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | Are you ready for the chance to be a part of a thriving, dynamic | | local organization that helps nearly 50,000 people gain the tools to | | exit poverty each year? * | | | | THE COMPANY: | | | | *SNAP has served Spokane for over 50 years, acting as a resource for | | 1-in-10 Spokane County neighbors. Working for SNAP gives you the | | opportunity to serve your community while working for a stable | | company with excellent benefits. * | | | | - *Turnover rate is exceptionally low at only 4%. Several SNAP | | staff have worked here until retirement -- over 30 years for | | some! | | - Employees are happy at SNAP -- 93% of employees report that SNAP | | is a good place to work | | - Have pride in your job -- 93% of employees are proud to work at | | SNAP | | - Better Business Bureau-certified charity | | | | THE PERKS: | | | | Join SNAP's inviting workplace culture as you grow your career. * | | | | - *Excellent benefits that include medical, dental, life, LTD, and | | a 403(b) retirement program | | - 10 paid holidays per year | | - 1 paid personal day per quarter | | - 2 weeks paid vacation | | - 10 days of paid sick leave per year | | - Compassionate culture where your success is cultivated and | | encouraged | | - Excellent growth and advancement opportunities | | - Training opportunities | | | | ARE YOU READY TO JOIN SNAP'S PROBLEM-SOLVING CULTURE TO TAKE ON | | POVERTY? | | | | HERE'S WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR: | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+
SNAP is seeking a qualified individual for a Housing Specialist to join our dynamic team in Homeless Services.
*Position Summary: * Works in Homeless Services programs to provide best practice interventions to those experiencing homelessness. This is a full-time, project-based position that will continue based on the availability of ongoing project funding. Interventions may include but are not limited to: Foundational Community Supports (FCS), , Coordinated Assessment, Rapid Rehousing, Diversion, Prevention, , Supportive Housing, and more. Housing Specialists promote self-sufficiency and stability, provide coaching and support services to assist households in connecting to resources, developing the skills and resources necessary to stabilize and secure permanent housing. Develops and implements a comprehensive plan of assessment, including planning, service delivery, follow-up, and support.
Requirements:
Education and Experience
- Required: HS/GED plus 3 years of experience with case management, social services or related work or education and experience in case management, social services or related field combined to equal 3 years.
- Preferred: AA in social services with two years of case management, social services or experience in a related field. Foundational Community Supports (FCS) experience is preferred.
SNAP values diversity in its work force and is committed to Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action.