CASE MANAGER (HOUSING CHOICE VOUCHER SPECIALIST)

Full-Time Position/Salary Range: Negotiable

POSITION SUMMARY:

The incumbent is responsible for the intake and follow-up of HCV applications; caseload management and monitoring of HCV participants which includes, but is not limited to, conducting interim and annual re-certification of participants, making rent adjustments based on information received and verified, interacting with clients and landlords, planning, following-up on inquires, and processing case load management documentation and reports, calculating rent, balancing the control register, filing, typing and computer input.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Associate’s Degree in social services; and two (2) years of experience in social or community services, case management, or related field; or any equivalent combination of training and work experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Federal Regulations as they relate to HCV Housing programs, policies, and procedures; Knowledge of occupational hazards and applicable precautionary measures;

Skill in caseload management; planning, monitoring, and following-up as necessary; Skill in performing mathematical calculations quickly and accurately; Skill in the proficient use of office equipment, computers, and software; Skill in typing 40 WPM with accuracy;

Ability to maintain HCV records, documentation, and reports; Ability to work independently in an organized, thorough, detailed, accurate, and efficient manner; Ability to communicate (oral and written) and interact with diverse individuals (public, outside agencies/vendors, and co-workers) in a courteous, confidential, effective, positive, professional, and ethical manner; Ability to maintain a valid Illinois driver’s license and be an insurable SHA driver.

APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO:

Springfield Housing Authority

Department of Human Resources

200 N. Eleventh Street

Springfield, IL 62703

Employment Applications are Available on the SHA Website:

www.springfieldhousingauthority.organd by clicking on the link below

https://Secure.YourPayrollHR.com/ta/TPCA435.jobs?ApplyToJob=168003328

This position will remain open until filled

County Residency Required Within One Year of Employment

The Springfield Housing Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $32,896.50 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Case management: 2 years (Preferred)
• Social Services: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person