Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority
Program Coordinator, FSS
Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States, 45208
Program Coordinator, FSS – Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority
SCOPE This position will work within the Housing Choice Voucher department to assist with all aspects of the Agency’s Family Self‑Sufficiency (FSS) programs within the guidelines of CMHA’s and HUD’s policies and procedures. The HUD grant funding is provided for the Family Self‑Sufficiency, which covers both the Housing Choice Voucher and Asset Management programs. The program rules for both programs primarily mirror heavens, excluding the escrow accumulation for the Housing Choice Voucher program.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Recruit and enroll program participants for the Agency’s Family Self‑Sufficiency (FSS) programs.
Perform social service needs assessments for participants through interviews and individualized action plans.
Provide coordination of goal‑setting activities for participants both at enrollment and on an annual basis.
Identify and refer participants to community agencies and resources to meet assessed Bey.
Complete the entire recertification process for participants (annuals, interims) for the Family Self‑Sufficiency program participants.
Complete rent increases for FSS participants.
Complete and issue moving vouchers when necessary.
Develop the participants’ Individual Service Plan annually at the time of the recertification process.
Monitor participant’s escrow monthly.
Prepare participants for the home‑ownership program, including all aspects such as referrals to the home‑ownership center or working in neighborhoods to move participants toward home‑ownership.
Develop and maintain good working relationships with health, welfare, and social agencies as well as job developers as potential resources for participants.
Perform basic administrative tasks related to the job (e.g., computerized tracking systems, statistical reports, case recordings, and other related information).
Create various marketing tools including brochures, monthly newsletters, and flyers to recruit and later to connect services to participants.
Develop partnerships with social service providers to ensure participants/residents have linkages to receive these services.
Attend weekly HCV briefings to conduct FSS presentation.
Reach and meet with new service providers that would benefit FSS participants each month to include in pamphlet and monthly event.
Reaching and tracking how many times you are reaching out to participants to discuss goals. Schedule service provider events monthly for FSS participants.
Develop a Service Provider pamphlet for F fá participants for resources.
Schedule events for the participants that would assist in moving them toward economic self‑sufficiency such as budgeting classes, credit repair, and available educational opportunities.
Extensive knowledge of the following: Methods in Effective Rental Counseling; client financial counseling, foreclosure prevention, homebuyer education, and fundamentals of pre‑purchase.
Participate in departmental activities that support the goal of self‑sufficiency.
Assist with Homeownership Fair annually.
Learn and maintain knowledge of the family self‑sufficiency policies and procedures.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each competency satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative QQ JW from knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Advanced computer skills for Word, Microsoft Products, and PowerPoint.
Experience with other assisted housing programs.
Specialized knowledge of available community resources.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, analyze and interpret complex rules, regulations and directives; make computations and maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records.
Strong listening skills and a high interest level in working with low to moderate‑income clients.
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.
In depth knowledge of community resources.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / CERTIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in community relations, social work, marketing, communications, or other related discipline.
Incumbent must also take and pass the HUD Certified Housing Counseling and HCV Housing Specialist certifications within 12 months of employment with CMHA.
OTHER The incumbent must possess and maintain a valid driver's license in the state of residence and maintain an insurable driving record under the terms and conditions of the CMHA auto liability policy. Grav may have no more than 6 accumulated points in 3 consecutive years.
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SCOPE This position will work within the Housing Choice Voucher department to assist with all aspects of the Agency’s Family Self‑Sufficiency (FSS) programs within the guidelines of CMHA’s and HUD’s policies and procedures. The HUD grant funding is provided for the Family Self‑Sufficiency, which covers both the Housing Choice Voucher and Asset Management programs. The program rules for both programs primarily mirror heavens, excluding the escrow accumulation for the Housing Choice Voucher program.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Recruit and enroll program participants for the Agency’s Family Self‑Sufficiency (FSS) programs.
Perform social service needs assessments for participants through interviews and individualized action plans.
Provide coordination of goal‑setting activities for participants both at enrollment and on an annual basis.
Identify and refer participants to community agencies and resources to meet assessed Bey.
Complete the entire recertification process for participants (annuals, interims) for the Family Self‑Sufficiency program participants.
Complete rent increases for FSS participants.
Complete and issue moving vouchers when necessary.
Develop the participants’ Individual Service Plan annually at the time of the recertification process.
Monitor participant’s escrow monthly.
Prepare participants for the home‑ownership program, including all aspects such as referrals to the home‑ownership center or working in neighborhoods to move participants toward home‑ownership.
Develop and maintain good working relationships with health, welfare, and social agencies as well as job developers as potential resources for participants.
Perform basic administrative tasks related to the job (e.g., computerized tracking systems, statistical reports, case recordings, and other related information).
Create various marketing tools including brochures, monthly newsletters, and flyers to recruit and later to connect services to participants.
Develop partnerships with social service providers to ensure participants/residents have linkages to receive these services.
Attend weekly HCV briefings to conduct FSS presentation.
Reach and meet with new service providers that would benefit FSS participants each month to include in pamphlet and monthly event.
Reaching and tracking how many times you are reaching out to participants to discuss goals. Schedule service provider events monthly for FSS participants.
Develop a Service Provider pamphlet for F fá participants for resources.
Schedule events for the participants that would assist in moving them toward economic self‑sufficiency such as budgeting classes, credit repair, and available educational opportunities.
Extensive knowledge of the following: Methods in Effective Rental Counseling; client financial counseling, foreclosure prevention, homebuyer education, and fundamentals of pre‑purchase.
Participate in departmental activities that support the goal of self‑sufficiency.
Assist with Homeownership Fair annually.
Learn and maintain knowledge of the family self‑sufficiency policies and procedures.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each competency satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative QQ JW from knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Advanced computer skills for Word, Microsoft Products, and PowerPoint.
Experience with other assisted housing programs.
Specialized knowledge of available community resources.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, analyze and interpret complex rules, regulations and directives; make computations and maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records.
Strong listening skills and a high interest level in working with low to moderate‑income clients.
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.
In depth knowledge of community resources.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / CERTIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in community relations, social work, marketing, communications, or other related discipline.
Incumbent must also take and pass the HUD Certified Housing Counseling and HCV Housing Specialist certifications within 12 months of employment with CMHA.
OTHER The incumbent must possess and maintain a valid driver's license in the state of residence and maintain an insurable driving record under the terms and conditions of the CMHA auto liability policy. Grav may have no more than 6 accumulated points in 3 consecutive years.
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