What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Rapid ReHousing Coordinator position at Aware, Inc.?
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Rapid ReHousing Coordinator will administer the RRH program for qualified survivors referred to AWARE.
CASE MANAGEMENT AND SERVICES
- Implement RRH Housing Program according to Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and AWARE policies.
- Identify and select qualified applicants, individuals and families experiencing homelessness, for enrollment in the RRH program.
- Source appropriate housing options for RRH applicants including establishing positive relationships with realtors and landlords.
- Help individuals and families experiencing homelessness address issues that may impede access to housing (such as credit history, arrears, and legal issues).
- Help individuals and families negotiate manageable and appropriate lease agreements with landlords.
- Make appropriate and time-limited services and supports available to families and individuals to allow them to stabilize quickly in permanent housing.
- Monitor participants’ housing stability and be available to resolve crises.
- Meet monthly with participants to review and update their housing/stability plan and budgets.
- Provide or assist the household with connection to resources that help them improve their safety and well-being and achieve their long-term goals.
- Ensure that services provided are client-directed, respectful of individuals’ right to self-determination, and voluntary.
- Coordinate with AWARE advocacy staff and Juneau’s Coordinated Entry to meet with potential applicants for AWARE’s Rapid Rehousing programming.
- Perform Housing Inspections for RRH clients with cooperating landlords.
- Ensure services/income increases to help clients remain housed, and able to sustain their own residence after program ends.
- Coordinate with AWARE Housing Navigator and other internal and external partners
REPORTING
- Perform record-keeping activities associated with program participant contact or as required for data collection or inter-staff communication.
- Track all grant responsibilities- file maintenance, allowable costs, program regulations- and ensure compliance
- Responsible for forecasting with finance department to ensure grant spend-out on a yearly basis.
OTHER STAFF TASKS:
- Meet regularly with supervisor for supervision and support.
- Attend meetings and staff trainings as scheduled.
- Report cases of suspected abuse or neglect of children or vulnerable adults to the Alaska Office of Children’s Services or Adult Protective Services, and the Juneau Police Department as required.
- Comply with AWARE Personnel and Administrative Policies.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
- Must pass AWARE background check.
- Must have high school diploma/GED. College level study or experience in social work, women’s studies, housing options, or related field is desirable.
- Must have or acquire CPR and First Aid Certification.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Must have a thorough understanding of domestic violence, sexual assault and the needs of victims or the willingness to learn.
- Must have excellent written communication skills.
- Must have the ability to remain objective and to perform under stressful conditions.
- Must have the ability to represent AWARE professionally in court and with other community partners.
- Must have the ability to understand and communicate with people of different socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.
- Must maintain confidentiality.
- Must support AWARE’s Philosophy: A commitment to providing options and alternatives for adult and child victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.
SALARY AND HOURS:
DOE. This position is temporary, ending on June 30, 2025, and is not eligible for benefits.
25-40 hours per week, Monday through Friday (usual 8am-4pm, some nights/weekends).
To apply: send cover letter and resume to jobs@awareak.org
At AWARE, Inc. we have a clear vision: to be the place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, to stay, and do their best work. We are focused on equity and we honor race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin and all other fascinating characteristics that make us unique. AWARE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Type: Temporary
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25
