Scattered Site Case Coordinator
ABCD
Housing and Homelessness Department
Manage caseloads of seventeen to eighteen families living in scattered site shelter units funded through the Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD). Provide housing search, case management and facilities management services. Maintain inventory units, conduct inspections, monitor compliance to curfew and visitor policies and perform on-call responsibilities. Utilize internal and external resources to support the development and ultimate transition of families. Organize, identify and/or facilitate workshops/groups focused on financial literacy, eviction prevention, health and nutrition, substance abuse, education and/or other focus areas to enhance the growth and development of shelter guests. Track the progress of families in appropriate databases and files. Perform other related duties as required.
Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Management, Human Services or a related field, with one to three years of related work experience required. Must have experience with intake assessment and crisis intervention regarding issues such as homelessness, mental health and substance abuse. Knowledge and experience with service agencies and resources for homeless individuals and families required. Must have experience with direct service delivery and proven ability to work as part of a team to promote the goals of the program and agency. Ability to work in a busy, diverse team model setting required. Must be able and willing to travel and attend meetings and/or appointments with families to help access resources. Valid driver’s license required. Must have excellent time management, organizational and communication skills. Bilingual skills in Spanish or Creole desired. Must be able to work sensitively and effectively with individuals of diverse educational, socio-economic and cultural backgrounds.
ABCD Inc. is an equal opportunity employer actively seeking applications under its affirmative action program.
All applications and inquiries should be directed to the Human Resources Department, 178 Tremont St. Boston, MA 02111, Fax: (617) 423-7693, or email banner@bostonabcd.org
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