Community Support Specialist

Provide general employment-based case management services to low-income individuals and families. Works with participants to develop appropriate case plans and goals. Provides ongoing assessment and support, assist participants in the utilization of internal and community resources to meet the individual/family needs. Process emergency assistance services to individuals and families.

• Be able to provide own transportation; carry adequate insurance coverage;
  Criminal Background Check;
  Protective Services Record Check.
• Ability to drive long distances. Some day &/or overnight travel may be required for training purposes.
• The ability to successfully organize, communicate, and manage well under pressure.
• Excellent computer knowledge/skills. Use of Microsoft Office Software/Products preferred.
• Professional use of telephone skills, working knowledge of various types of office equipment.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member and interact with people from all socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Provide comprehensive case management services to low-income individuals and families.
• Gather and evaluate participant information regarding employment history, housing situation, physical functioning, financial status, capacity for independent living.
• Work toward the goal of assisting individuals and families to obtain and maintain self-sufficiency.
• Assist Emergency Assistance clients & process client assistance payment paperwork in a timely manner - paperwork must be completed in its entirety ensuring all required documentation is included.
• Coordinate seasonal programs in county such as Garden Program, Forgotten Angel, VITA/EITC Program, and other seasonal &/or county programs.
• Supportive Services for Veterans and Families
• Provide general case management services to low-income veterans and families.
• Manage assigned caseload.
• Assist with removing barriers to finding and maintaining housing and employment.
• Gather and evaluate participants information regarding employment history, housing situation, physical functioning, financial status, and other program-specific criteria to determine eligibility for services.
• * Other duties as assigned.

• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive long distances; some day and/or overnight travel may be required for training purposes.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills; ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent computer knowledge/skills; proficiency with Microsoft Office software/products.
• Professional use of telephone skills and familiarity with various types of office equipment.
• Ability to interact with people from all socioeconomic backgrounds and to work with low-income individuals and families, including veterans.
• Willingness to undergo Criminal Background Check and Protective Services Record Check.