Community Development Representative implements the economic development lending activities to support or subsidize improvements in the community. Establishes and maintains relationships with groups and organizations in the community to identify lending and other business development opportunities. Being a Community Development Representative develops an understanding of public programs and community needs to ensure effective community outreach and support development. Represents the institution within the community and is a resource for information about products and services that are available. Additionally, Community Development Representative adheres to all operational procedures and complies with Community Reinvestment Act and other regulations. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. The Community Development Representative occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Community Development Representative typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
SUMMARY OF ORGANIZATION:
Phoenix Community Development Services mission of “Turning Lives Around” reflects our long history of serving populations of individuals who have limited resources and support systems, including those have been homeless or who are currently facing homelessness who have mental health challenges and face financial burdens such as extremely low to zero income. Phoenix CDS is committed to providing comprehensive, supportive services to our most vulnerable citizens who face great challenges. Our primary goal is to end homelessness and provide the individuals, families and veterans we serve with a warm, safe place to live independently – and away from the dangers of the streets. We work with them to set and achieve goals, make healthy life choices, find employment, build skills, and become stable, self-sufficient members of society.
Visit our website for more company information: https://phoenixcds.org/.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
The Community Support Counselor (CSC) is responsible for administering and delivering mental health services, case management, and linkage to community resources to formerly homeless individuals with a mental health diagnosis residing in permanent supportive housing. The CSC is expected to engage with the head(s) of household while addressing issues impacting the entire family. The CSC acts as a liaison between landlord/property management and the consumer. The CSC is tasked with educating consumers on housing services, life skills, and communication to aid in building independence. This position provides mental health services through developing coping strategies, harm reduction techniques, and referrals to local mental health providers and primary care physicians while monitoring progress through various clinical assessments and tools. Applicants are encouraged to possess time management, organization, and conflict resolution skills.
QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/COMPETENCIES
- Current and valid driver’s license.
- Maintaining continuing education requirements specific to field and position.
- Must have the following:
-Preferred Qualifications:
- Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Knowledge of various clinical criteria related to issues confronting our consumers (i.e. mental health, substance abuse, housing)
- Knowledge of local service provider network (i.e. substance abuse treatment, mental health services, employment readiness services)
- Use Rules of Professional Ethics, Regulations and Confidentiality and apply to daily work situations.
- Basic knowledge of Windows office systems such as Word, Excel and Outlook
WORK CONDITIONS
- The CSC has a designated office but is expected to spend majority of day in the community serving consumers.
- Expect to interact with staff and consumers to provide activities related to work such as conducting meetings as well as workshops
- May require prolonged sitting or standing.
Benefits Package Available.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.50 - $19.00 per hour
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Work Location: In person