What are the responsibilities and job description for the FSS Specialist position at Springfield Housing Authority?
FAMILY SELF-SUFFICIENCY SPECIALIST
Full-Time Position
Salary Range: $35,802 - $53,703 commensurate with education and experience
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Enrolls participants in the FSS Program and assists application for services and programs associated with their action plan; Develops a plan of action for each participant; matches services and provider; Advises participants in program regarding compliance with Pubic Housing or HCV Program rules and regulations; Works with supervisor on conducting recruitment activities, tracking results of program, action plan, service provider, program coordinating committees, and Resident Councils; Interviews FSS candidates to determine service needs, provide linkages to specific services designed to assist the family in achieving self-sufficiency; Develops a detailed service plan outlining specific services (i.e. employment training, education, and counseling), timeframes and goals for achieving self-sufficiency; Establishes and maintains regular meetings with participating families to monitor progress towards completing the Individual Action Plan; Prepares monthly accountability reports of participant’s goals and achievements; Coordinates escrow payments with the Director of Self-Sufficiency Programs monthly upon participant program completion; Develops strong working relationships with various service providers, inclusive of, but not limited to, educational, banking, and human service organizations to ensure effective referral of FSS participants and associated follow-up; Works with SHA Administration, Public Housing and HCV program staff and Resident Councils to coordinate and improve delivery of services for the benefit of Family Self Sufficiency participants; and Coordinate and participate in Program workshops.
Salary : $35,802 - $53,703
