Eviction Prevention Specialist

Job Duties

Description

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults, and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an Alive Workplace (Supportive, Positive and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize, and reward employees. Consider joining us!

As a Prevention Specialist, you will be responsible for supporting households by providing housing stability-focused case management services related to meeting the housing needs of program participants and helping them to prevent any episodes of homelessness. Services may include problem-solving, crisis intervention, education on tenant rights and responsibilities, mediation services, tenancy supports, and coordination with landlords.

You will be the first line of contact for households calling the agency inquiring about Housing Services, resources, referrals, crisis intervention and problem solving.

As a Prevention Specialist, we offer you:

An excellent benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, vision, 403(b) plan with a match, wellness program, and other ancillary plans

Generous PTO plan, Paid Holidays, and Float Days

Opportunities to continue professional development

An ALIVE Workplace that is Supportive, Positive, Healthy and Fun!

A diverse workplace

An outstanding reputation

Job Requirements:

At least 2 years or more recent experience working with community residents facing critical hardships.

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency required.

Able to maintain confidentiality of all discussions and records.

Resourceful, patient and sensitive to the needs of staff, children and families.

Culturally sensitive to work in a diverse community.

Some transportation required for employment

Lived experience welcome

Experience, ability and commitment to working with sexual minority and culturally diverse staff, participants and community.

Knowledge of culturally based world-view and problem-solving practices individuals and families in urban neighborhoods impacted by crime, poverty, and racial inequity.

The successful candidate must be cleared by a Bureau of Criminal Affairs (BCA) background study and have a drivers' license; a Motor Vehicle Check (MVR) is required.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Lutheran Social Service of MN is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of all people regardless of gender, race, culture, religion, ethnicity, protected veteran status and/or disability. We actively foster an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity, safety, and respect.

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Minimum Experience Required

2 - 20 years

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Public Transportation Accessible

Yes

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

No

Physical Required

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$21.94 - $21.94 / Hourly

Postal Code

55404

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

EVICT009397

Job Benefits

Not specified