Primavera
Rural Resource Specialist, PAV
Primavera, Tucson, Arizona, United States, 85718
Primavera Rural Resource Specialist, PAV - Tucson, Arizona
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Job PostingThe Primavera Foundation - Pathways Out of PovertyJob SummaryThe Primavera Foundation is a non-profit community development organization that has been providing pathways out of poverty and strengthening the Tucson community since 1983 through a variety of programs and services. Project Action for Veterans (PAV) offers housing assistance (rapid rehousing and homelessness prevention) and supportive services to Veterans and their families who are homeless or about to become homeless.The Rural Resource Specialist focuses mainly on assisting with the successful transition to necessary housing for these veterans and their families. The successful candidate will be a culturally-sensitive social services professional who has a positive influence on others, thrives on successfully facilitating processes, works at a faster-than-average pace, is extremely disciplined, detail-oriented, results-oriented, sets high standards for self and others, and demonstrates top-notch planning and coaching skills.ResponsibilitiesConduct intake/eligibility meetings and complete eligibility forms to determine eligibility based on need and program requirements.Develop housing service plans with participants and enter all information in the program database.Assist participants in identifying, applying for, and moving into permanent housing.Work with PAV Contract Specialists to verify determination of services and communicate approvals and all follow-up with the participant.Follow up with participants as needed and conduct ongoing assessments on a periodic basis as per program guidelines, including 90-day re-certifications.Communicate/coordinate with participants and other service providers as applicable on a regular basis.Assist with applications for mainstream benefits, status of applications, and benefits received, including attending meetings as an advocate for the participant.Contact participants and conduct a process for participant exit when services are complete.Ensure that 80% of households served exit with permanent housing.Complete monthly reports on the status of participants on caseload.Register all veteran participants for the SSVF satisfaction survey.Participate in VA and HMIS training, and other agency trainings as requested.Participate in monitoring and evaluation activities including record reviews.Ensure that participant files are properly maintained, meeting grant and confidentiality requirements.Maintain a 95% accuracy rate on data entry and file audits.Ensure confidentiality of participant information.Maintain statistical data as required by grant funding sources.Adhere to all contractual agreements related to resource and case management services.Attend meetings with partnering agencies as scheduled.Attend agency meetings as required such as All Staff and quarterly meetings.Perform other related duties as requested/assigned by leadership.QualificationsKnowledge of issues facing veterans and people that are low income/homeless, including housing, employment, mental and physical health. Strong interviewing and assessment skills. Ability to work effectively with program participants, the public, staff, and other stakeholders. Ability to communicate effectively and accurately orally and in writing. Proficiency with office computer systems and software, including Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Word, Excel, and a web-based database.Employment Type:
Full-timeWorking Hours:
40Salary:
$17 - $20Date Posted:
September 20, 2023
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This job was posted by
AZ Job Connection : For more information, please see:
Job PostingThe Primavera Foundation - Pathways Out of PovertyJob SummaryThe Primavera Foundation is a non-profit community development organization that has been providing pathways out of poverty and strengthening the Tucson community since 1983 through a variety of programs and services. Project Action for Veterans (PAV) offers housing assistance (rapid rehousing and homelessness prevention) and supportive services to Veterans and their families who are homeless or about to become homeless.The Rural Resource Specialist focuses mainly on assisting with the successful transition to necessary housing for these veterans and their families. The successful candidate will be a culturally-sensitive social services professional who has a positive influence on others, thrives on successfully facilitating processes, works at a faster-than-average pace, is extremely disciplined, detail-oriented, results-oriented, sets high standards for self and others, and demonstrates top-notch planning and coaching skills.ResponsibilitiesConduct intake/eligibility meetings and complete eligibility forms to determine eligibility based on need and program requirements.Develop housing service plans with participants and enter all information in the program database.Assist participants in identifying, applying for, and moving into permanent housing.Work with PAV Contract Specialists to verify determination of services and communicate approvals and all follow-up with the participant.Follow up with participants as needed and conduct ongoing assessments on a periodic basis as per program guidelines, including 90-day re-certifications.Communicate/coordinate with participants and other service providers as applicable on a regular basis.Assist with applications for mainstream benefits, status of applications, and benefits received, including attending meetings as an advocate for the participant.Contact participants and conduct a process for participant exit when services are complete.Ensure that 80% of households served exit with permanent housing.Complete monthly reports on the status of participants on caseload.Register all veteran participants for the SSVF satisfaction survey.Participate in VA and HMIS training, and other agency trainings as requested.Participate in monitoring and evaluation activities including record reviews.Ensure that participant files are properly maintained, meeting grant and confidentiality requirements.Maintain a 95% accuracy rate on data entry and file audits.Ensure confidentiality of participant information.Maintain statistical data as required by grant funding sources.Adhere to all contractual agreements related to resource and case management services.Attend meetings with partnering agencies as scheduled.Attend agency meetings as required such as All Staff and quarterly meetings.Perform other related duties as requested/assigned by leadership.QualificationsKnowledge of issues facing veterans and people that are low income/homeless, including housing, employment, mental and physical health. Strong interviewing and assessment skills. Ability to work effectively with program participants, the public, staff, and other stakeholders. Ability to communicate effectively and accurately orally and in writing. Proficiency with office computer systems and software, including Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Word, Excel, and a web-based database.Employment Type:
Full-timeWorking Hours:
40Salary:
$17 - $20Date Posted:
September 20, 2023
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