What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housing Counselor position at CAP Services Inc.?
Housing Counselor
Work site: Program Office, Stevens Point, WI
Start Date: as soon as possible
Starting Pay: $21.86-$23.82 per hour, depending on experience
Status: Full time, 37.5 hours per week, flexible
Benefits: Paid time off, holidays, 401K (6% match), life insurance, access to health, dental, vision and disability insurance.
Duties: Utilizing a case-management approach, this position is designed to provide education and resources to individuals experiencing housing instability. The Housing Counselor is responsible for providing housing education coaching to eligible clients through one-on-one and group sessions. The role includes offering feedback and assessments as needed to align with the goals of the Housing Counseling program(s).
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Sociology, or a related field preferred with at least 2 years of related experience, OR
- Associate’s degree in a non-related field with at least 4 years of experience working with adults in an educational or non-profit setting, OR
- High School Diploma plus 5 years of experience working with adults in an educational or non-profit setting.
-Achieve the HUD Housing Counseling certification within 6 months of hire. (All fees, learning materials and supplies are paid for by CAP.)
Deadline to receive resumes: Friday, February 28th by 5pm.
CAP Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.86 - $23.82 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Housing Counseling: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $24