Immediate contract opportunity for Service Coordinator / Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Associate with direct client in Brooklyn, NY.



Trigyn's direct government client has an immediate need for Service Coordinator / Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Associate in Brooklyn, NY. The particulars of the opportunity are below:

Description:
The department seeks to hire a Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Associate to support the Section 8 FSS program. The FSS program is a HUD-funded initiative that promotes economic self-sufficiency for Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Holders. Participating households commit to achieving personal goals within the five-year period of the FSS contract. Goals may include obtaining and maintaining employment, becoming free of cash public assistance benefits, enrolling in a job training program, or obtaining a High School Equivalency (HSE) or post-secondary degree.

Responsibilities:
• Assist in recruiting and enrolling 200 program participants.
• Assist in conducting program information sessions 2 to 3 times per month.
• Refer program participants to economic opportunity services in the areas of adult education, business development, employment training and financial literacy.
• Focus on motivating and supporting clients to reach their FSS goals through a variety of communication platforms (including in-person case management meetings, phone, e-mail).
• Responsible for updating participant profiles and progress notes in departmental database
• Assist in collecting and analyzing program data and preparing reports.
• Assist in maintaining and updating escrow accounts.
• Attend unit and departmental meetings. Contribute to implementing and developing the best practices in FSS case management.
• Some evening hours may be required.

Minimum Qualifications:
• As per Civil Service Title

SKILLS DESIRED:
• Solid background in financial literacy and/or workforce development strongly preferred.
• Experience providing administrative support in a customer service setting.
• Commitment to serving low-income individuals and supporting them in achieving economic stability and security; Ability to support residents throughout stages in the FSS program.
• Ability to work independently
• Outcomes driven performer with strong attention to detail.
• Strong Facilitation / Presentation Skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Excel.
• Familiarity with Siebel, or other customer relationship management software a plus.

NEW YORK CITY HOUSING AUTHORITY RESIDENTS STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY



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