Self-Sufficiency Counselor (Sherburne Housing)

Tri-CAP is looking for a passionate, energetic, committed individual to work out of a housing support office in Big Lake, MN. They will work with clients primarily in our housing programs providing case management, support services, housing search, budgeting, family support, landlord-tenant education, etc. Working throughout Sherburne County, the primary responsibilities of this full-time, hybrid position will include:

• Build trusting relationships and provide holistic, strength-based services (assessment, identification of strengths and barriers, goal setting, follow up) to clients; provide referrals, advocacy, financial coaching and training to those in self-sufficiency programs.
• Provide education and resources to assist clients in meeting their goals, including financial literacy, pre-employment skills, life skills, landlord-tenant rights, asset management, etc. both individually and in group settings.
• Build strong relationships with community partners- human service agencies, landlords, advisory boards, etc. to conduct outreach, enhance resources and advocacy efforts for people in poverty
• Recruit potential clients through community outreach and relationship building
• Assist in program reporting requirements through data entry and assist with grant writing activities
  
  

Starting wage range is $20.21-24.25 per hour and includes a comprehensive benefits package, including paid holidays, PTO, health/dental/life insurance, employee assistance and 403b retirement savings match. We also invest in employee wellness and professional development!

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in social work or related field and one year of career / life experience OR combination of five (5) years’ career/ life experience and education
• Skills in case management including financial coaching- budgeting and credit repair
• Ability to work well in a team setting as well as individually, with very little supervision
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including networking and public speaking/presentation skills
• Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize and problem-solve effectively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and agency software programs
• Able to identify and relate to the barriers that prevent low-income persons from becoming self-sufficient
• Experience in coordinated entry, housing programs, employment plans, financial literacy, preferred
• Ability to travel frequently throughout the service area
• Somali or Spanish Language bi-lingual preferred
  
  

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