The DV Housing First Program Coordinator provides mobile, culturally competent, and trauma informed supportive case management services to domestic abuse victims and their children in the community. Assists victims off-site in the community, residing in the shelter or temporarily placed in a hotel in addressing barriers to permanent housing program in order to rapidly place them in their own home. Develops relationships with community partners and landlords in order to engage them in providing resources for Family Center clients. Assesses the client’s needs for flexible financial assistance, completes appropriate paperwork and makes recommendations for funding.
DV Housing First Program Coordinator
Application deadline: March 1, 2019
Employer: The Family Center
Location: Wisconsin Rapids, WI
Qualifications
- BA/BS in a Human Services related field, or combination of education and experience.
- At least one year providing person-centered advocacy or case management services to a vulnerable population.
- Demonstrated understanding of domestic and sexual violence and related issues.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and follow applicable Family Center policies, laws and grant conditions surrounding confidentiality.
- Knowledge of public benefits, and a wide range of community resources to meet variable survivor needs. Ability to exercise flexibility and creativity in helping individuals overcome a variety of barriers to well‐being and housing stability.
- Ability to take initiative, and maintain accountability to colleagues while providing services in a variety of settings. Ability to handle crises and juggle multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment. Ability to effectively network with a wide range of community service providers. Ability to represent The Family Center in a professional manner to community partners and the broader public.
- Experience providing intensive financial literacy education and budget planning a plus.
Application instructions
Send your resume and cover letter to:
The Family Center
Attn: Sue Sippel
500 25th Street North
Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494
Fax: 715-421-3036
Email: director@familyctr.org
Application deadline: March 1, 2019
Sorry, we are no longer accepting applications for this position.