Community Service Worker / Housing Advocate- Chittenden Community Action at Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity

Burlington, Vermont, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Community Service, Housing Advocacy, Case Management, Coaching, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Computer Skills, Diversity Awareness, Poverty Understanding, Fair Housing Knowledge, Landlord/Tenant Law, Supportive Services Access, Client Advocacy, Social Work Practices, Resource Coordination, High Risk Populations

Industry

Civic and Social Organizations

Description

Description Are you highly effective in working objectively with a diverse group of people, groups and organizations? Chittenden Community Action, a program of the Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity (CVOEO), has an opening for a Community Service Worker / Housing Advocate to assist income eligible Chittenden County households with securing or maintaining permanent housing. This position is responsible for advising individuals and families regarding obtaining suitable housing, helping them access supportive services and apply for subsidized housing programs; being an advocate for clients with various local and state agencies to locate funding resources; and coordinating efforts with other social service agencies on the family’s behalf. Please view our full job description: Community Service Worker / Housing Advocate Requirements Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline plus two years of community service experience or combination of education and experience from which comparable skills and knowledge are acquired. Case management or coaching experience desired. Knowledge of community resources and counseling/social work practices with high risk populations. Excellent verbal and written communication skills required; bilingual abilities are a plus. Excellent organizational and computer skills. Ability to interact effectively with a diverse population, landlords and other social service providers. Have an understanding of poverty, fair housing and VT landlord/tenant law. Strong interest in and commitment to the overall needs and problems of individuals and homeless families with low income. When you come to work for CVOEO you're getting so much more than a paycheck! We offer a great working environment and an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and vision insurance, paid holidays, generous time off, a retirement plan and discounted gym membership. Interested in working with us? Please submit a cover letter and resume with your application. We are an inclusive organization that embraces all people. CVOEO is interested in candidates who can contribute to our organizational and community inclusion. Applicants are encouraged to include in their cover letter information about how they will further the goal of inclusion at the organizational and community level. Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until suitable applicants are found. We’re one of the Best Places to Work in Vermont! Join us to find out why!

Responsibilities

The Community Service Worker / Housing Advocate will assist income-eligible households in securing or maintaining permanent housing and advocate for clients with local and state agencies. The role involves advising individuals and families on housing options and coordinating with other social service agencies.