FSS COORDINATOR Government Job Dept-COMMUNITY SERVICES Full Time

Base Pay:

$30260.88 – $39817.96 / Year

Employee Type:

Non-Exempt

Contact Information

Name:

Emily Rowe

Phone:

501-340-3376

Email:

[email protected]

Description

Department:

Community Services

Starting Salary Range:

$30,260.88 – 39,817.96

Position Number:

001 Grant Funded

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt position, eligible for overtime

Safety Sensitive Designation:

This position is not designated as safety sensitive and is not subject to random drug and alcohol screening.

Opening Date:  June 29, 2022

Closing Date: July  13, 2022

at 11:59 PM

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive.  It is intended to identify the essential functions and minimum qualifications of this job.  The incumbent(s) may be required to perform job related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.  Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign job-related responsibilities and tasks to this job at any time.  Certain functions are understood to be essential; these include, but are not limited to, attendance, getting along with others, working a full shift, and dealing with and working under stress.  Any essential function of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).  Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant only to the extent medically and reasonably feasible.                

EEO/AA/F/M/Vet/Disabled

JOB SUMMARY:  Responsible for the coordination of the Family Self Sufficiency Program providing assistance to eligible housing recipients in personal development and movement toward independence from public assistance.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Recruits participants for Family Self-Sufficiency Program by mail outs, advertisements, and personal contacts.

Explains the Family Self-Sufficiency Program to clients outlining the rules, regulations, and all related issues; distributes notification to eligible housing assistance applicants.

Receives applications for Self-Sufficiency Program; interviews applicants to determine long term career goals and identify obstacles preventing the obtaining of these goals such as child care, transportation, substance abuse, etc.

Prepares contracts for signature of applicants outlining obligations of applicants and Pulaski County Housing and longevity of program.

Maintains detailed computerized and manual records of all action taken for each program participant.

Identifies community resources available to assist FSS participants achieve their stated goals and achieve financial independence from housing assistance.

Counsels participants to encourage compliance with FSS contract goals; recommends termination from program as necessary.

Refers applicants to appropriate agencies for needed information and assistance concerning work/life issues such as tax payment, educational opportunities, childcare, etc.

Conducts in-home or job visits with participants as necessary to maintain communication with participants.

Informs participants of all up-coming social programs, workshops, or training aimed toward obtaining individual goals.

Receives monthly progress reports from participants; ensures they are in compliance with the contract guidelines.

Researches, reviews, and evaluates programs offered by agencies; refers participants accordingly.

Computes amount to be deposited to escrow account based upon aid reduced by earnings; forwards to Housing Administrator.

Attends Federal HUD training sessions to remain current in any regulation change.

Coordinates meetings of Family Self-Sufficiency board; briefs members on client needs; researches suggested resolutions.

Participates in FSS Coordinator Roundtable which includes housing agencies throughout the state discussing program obstacles and identified resources.

Writes requests for Quorum Court resolutions honoring participants completing program.

Prepares grant applications for FSS funds as needed.

Mails annual re-examination notices to FSS participants; schedules appointments to complete updated paperwork.

Researches and compiles documentation for FSS participants to re-certify program eligibility on an annual basis; verifies reported information with appropriate agency.

Re-calculates housing assistance amount as necessary when changes occur in status of FSS participants; keys changes into computer terminal.

Reports any incorrect or unreported income identified during tenant file review to supervisor.

Reviews reports of housing assistance checks issued to ensure check amounts are correct and no payments are made to relocated or terminated applicants.

Composes correspondence to participants as needed.

SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs other related duties as assigned.

PERSONNEL SUPERVISED:    

None

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed in a smoking-restricted office environment.  Occasional attendance at meetings required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

Considerable knowledge of appropriate federal regulations governing housing assistance and Self Sufficiency Programs.

Considerable knowledge of social service programs and agencies and assistance available within the community.

Considerable knowledge of the psychological, educational and social factors, interactions, and influences upon individuals within a variety of socio-economic levels within the community. 

Good knowledge of basic mathematics.

Ability to compose narrative correspondence. 

Ability to respond to and establish rapport with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds in a variety of situations. 

Ability to gather information through the interview process.

Ability to establish and maintain detailed record keeping systems.

Ability to make accurate mathematical computations.

Ability to communicate effectively in writing.                                                                                                                                                                                                        

Skill in the operation of a typewriter.

Skill in the operation of and data input into a computer.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to orally communicate in person and by telephone individually and to groups.

Visual acuity necessary for use of computer screen.

Digital dexterity necessary for keyboard operation.

Ability to operate a motor vehicle.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Completion of college level course work in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work or a related field; considerable work experience with Social Service programs, social program development, or a related area; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess or be able to immediately obtain a valid Arkansas Driver’s license.

Must be able to become a notary.

Employment contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Applications must be filed online at www.pulaskicounty.net. 

ACCESSIBILITY NOTICE: If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using or website to apply for employment, please contact [email protected] or call (501) 340-6110.