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Full-time
bachelor degree
Posted 7d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Family Support Specialist II provides comprehensive case management, referrals, and coordination of supportive services to promote economic self-sufficiency for families. They also conduct intake assessments, manage development plans, and provide financial literacy resources to residents.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, or a related field. A minimum of 3 years of experience in case management or direct practice with low-income households is required.
Full job description
TITLE:Family Support Specialist II
REPORT TO:Senior Project Manager
BACKGROUND:
USI is a national nonprofit with extensive experience in the design and implementation of place-based human capital development strategies in
communities that are undergoing comprehensive physical revitalization.
Founded in 1978, USI is a leader in community development, supporting over 30,000 economically stressed families, approximately 100,000 individuals, in 53 communities in 28 major metropolitan areas. USI represents a movement towards a future where all children and families will be stable and thriving, supported by our unwavering dedication to being results-based, data-driven, and equity-centered.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Family Support Specialist II is responsible for providing comprehensive case management, referrals, and seamless coordination with community and supportive service activities that promote economic self-sufficiency for families, enhance the quality of life for seniors and people with disabilities, and increase opportunities for residents. This role involves collaborating with a team of professionals in various fields to determine suitable approaches and support families in different neighborhoods under the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
JOB RESPONSIBLTIES:
Conduct intake, assessments, enroll residents in family support program, and visit various locations for resident information gathering.
Collaborate with families on Development Plans, assist in accessing social services, advocate for service delivery for up to 100 individuals.
Ensure privacy, track resident data in USI's "LEARN" system, attend community and program-related meetings.
Available for occasional nights/weekends, travel up to 25%, perform administrative tasks.
Providing resources and knowledge for clients to access capital, including loans for financial goals like housing and consumer products, to build credit, reduce debt, and support wealth growth through entrepreneurship.
Offering consultation services in financial management and goal-setting.
Hosting in-person and virtual seminars for clients seeking financial literacy management resources and capital access.
Supporting and promoting the development of the USI CDFI client base.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, or related field.
3+ years of experience as a case manager or in direct practice with low-income households; health services experience a plus.
Valid driver’s license and automobile availability for work use.
Commitment to strengths-based, family-focused service planning and understanding of program philosophies.
Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
Independent and proactive work ethic, with strong team collaboration skills.
Availability for evening and weekend functions as required.
Strong verbal and written communication skills for diverse communities.
Effective real-time priority management.
Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills.
Ability to excel in fast-paced, culturally diverse environments.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Advanced Excel) and other common software.
Urban Strategies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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USI is a national nonprofit with over 45 years of supporting pathways to prosperity for and with communities nationwide.
We envision a world in which all families and communities are stable and thriving.
USI is a national nonprofit providing a comprehensive portfolio of technical assistance, data-driven tools and resources across multiple sectors to families and communities across the U.S.
We focus on five core areas:
- Family & Housing Stability
- Education & Careers
- Economic Contribution
- Health & Wellness
- Community Partnerships
Offices: 100 N. Broadway, Suite 1110, Saint Louis, Missouri 63102, US · 1511 Iberville St, Suite 107, New Orleans , Louisiana 70112, US · 990 College Park Drive, Suite 201, Memphis, TN 38126, US · 2700 Arelious Walker Dr, San Francisco, California 94124, US · 2915 Ball St, Galveston, Texas 77550, US
Plan and coordinate community revitalizaton projectsConnect social service support to physical redevelopmentBuild sustainableneighborhood-based leadershipand Identify resources to support community and human capital buildingService IndustryNon Profit
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