Emergency Services Advocate- $1000 Training Incentive.

Do you want to utilize your case management skills to help individuals in our community?

Community Action is looking for a committed Emergency Services Advocate to provide case management services to emergency services applicants. This individual will empower participants to reach their goals and help them access community resources.

Starting Pay: $21.00/hour

The Role:

• Provide services for applicants by responding to all requests in a timely manner.
• Ensure all funding requirements are met for each applicant prior to approval.
• Conduct intake assessments on all applicants.
• Offer case management services to all funded applicants.
• Connect participant with appropriate agency and community resources.
• Assist participant in creating goal plans and follow through with progress.
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation and files on participants served.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree in human services or related field and/or equivalent work experience required.
• Case Management experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written proficiencies of the English language required.
• Valid Nebraska Driver’s License and good driving record required.
• Sensitivity to the experiences, needs, and strengths of low-income and diverse populations, and individuals with disabilities.
• Knowledge of community resources.

Benefits & Perks:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Employer-paid life insurance, short term disability, and long term disability coverage.
• Paid Time Off plan and 13 paid holidays.
• 401K with employer match.
• Education Assistance Program for continuing education.
• Qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program for federal student loans.
• Extensive opportunities for personal and professional development.
• Engaging work environment with friendly and supportive team members.
• Meaningful work that positively impacts our community.

About Community Action:

Community Action Partnership of Lancaster and Saunders Counties is a private, not-for-profit organization with the belief that extraordinary employees have the power to positively transform lives and communities. We value people who are passionate, ethical, and dedicated to empowering those living in poverty to reach economic stability.

Community Action Partnership of Lancaster and Saunders Counties is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression), national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, marital status, genetics, or any other status protected under federal and state law.

COVID-19 Vaccination Policy:

Effective January 1, 2022, all employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, in compliance with any federal, state, and local regulations; and contract/funding requirements related to COVID-19 vaccination.

New or prospective employees hired after January 1, 2022, will need to have completed their first dose prior to their start date, and provide documentation of their current vaccination status. Full vaccination status, defined as vaccinated two weeks after receiving the requisite number of doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved or authorized for emergency use by the FDA, must be completed no later than 6 weeks after their start date.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email hr@communityactionatwork.org and we will be happy to assist. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.