Housing and Community Support Specialist

City of West Palm Beach

place West Palm Beach, 33401

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Counseling, Other Behavioral, Mental, or Healthcare Field

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Internship, Supervision

local_atm $23.75 USD/HOUR

Under limited supervision, acts as caseworker for each individual who participates in programs at the Vickers House, analyzes the problem/situation presented by the individual, develops and implements an effective intervention plan; and performs other related duties as assigned.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Which are not in any hierarchical order)

1. Performs case management services through referral to social, educational, mental health and medical agencies. Follows up referrals to insure service delivery and monitors client’s progress.

2. Performs advocacy functions with schools, social agencies, and other professionals in order to obtain client-needed services.

3. Consults other social educational, health services, and mental health professionals in the identification of dysfunctional behavior and implementation of an appropriate treatment approach.

4. Counsels troubled individuals enabling them to change their behaviors/self-image to meet legitimate personal and social goals.

5. Prepares reports for partnering agencies such as Palm Tran, HUD, etc., for statistical information. Coordinates with ECD for tracking purposes and maintains all client files while documenting progress made.

6. Coordinates program procedures for participation in any Vickers House sponsored programs such as the Homeward Bound Program, Bus Pass Program, Food Programs, Elderly House and Yard Repair Programs, Immigrant Children’s Holiday Program and Volunteer/Intern Programs.

7. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Salary

Pay Grade 50

$23.75 Hourly

Excellent Benefits!

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree with a major in Psychology, Behavioral Science, or related field (education will be verified using the “Education Requirements” listed below) and one (1) year of experience in counseling is required, or any equivalent combination of training and experience.

A current and valid Florida driver’s license is required. For application purposes, a valid driver’s license from any state (equivalent to a State of Florida Class E) may be utilized; with the ability to obtain the State of Florida driver’s license within thirty (30) days from date of employment.

Special Driving Requirements:

Have not lost any driving privileges by reason of revocation, suspension or denial of license, or have been convicted and/or had an adjudication withheld of three or more moving violations.

Have not had one DUI (Driving Under the Influence) in any preceding twenty-four (24) month period. License suspension of two weeks or less or suspensions based only on non-moving violations that have been cleared will not automatically result in revocation of driving privileges.

Have not had more than one DUI (conviction or adjudication withheld) in Florida or any other state within the past ten (10) years.

Education Requirements: To be considered valid (or verified) for position qualification purposes, and consistent with City Hiring Policy 4-5, a High School, GED or equivalent diploma, and all higher education degrees or certifications must have been issued by:

a) a public education institution in the State of Florida or any State or Territory of the United States; or

b) an institution accredited by an accrediting organization that is recognized by the Florida Department of Education or the U.S. Department of Education; or

c) an institution that is accredited by an organization that is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA); or

d) an institution whose degree or certification is accepted by institutions identified in either a), b), or c), above, for the purpose of admission to institutions identified in either a), b), or c) above.

International degrees will be evaluated to determine if they satisfy qualification requirements.

Additional Details

The selection process for this position may consist of any, all or a combination of the following tests: evaluation of training and experience, written examination, structured oral interview or other assessment method.

State of Emergency: When normal operations of City departments are suspended or interrupted due to a declaration by the Mayor that a state of emergency exists, all employees will be deemed critical by the City. For the preparation and/or continuation of emergency operations or for special work detail, employees deemed necessary shall be required to work. Employees deemed critical by the City but not needed for the initial preparation and/or continuation of emergency operations or for special work detail may be directed not to report to work, and given paid administrative leave or they may be reassigned to another location that best meet the needs of the City.

How To Apply

If you are interested in applying for this position you may apply online by selecting the Apply Now button at the end of the job posting. Applications must be received in Human Resources by the closing date.

The City of West Palm Beach is an equalemployment opportunity employer. The City values the service of veterans to ourcountry, supports recruitment of veterans and veterans' preference will begiven in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes for those who metthe minimum requirements of the position. Background investigation and physicalis required as a condition of employment. Drug and alcohol screening maybe required depending on the position.

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