Qureos Mentor

Urban Strategies Inc

<p></p><div><p><b>REPORT TO:</b> Senior Project Manager</p><p><b>
STATUS: </b>Full Time</p><p></p><p><b><br>
BACKGROUND:</b></p><p>
USI is a national nonprofit with extensive experience in the design and implementation of place-based human capital development strategies in</p><p>
communities that are undergoing comprehensive physical revitalization.</p><p></p><p><br>
Founded in 1978, USI is a leader in community development, supporting about 30,000 economically stressed families, approximately 100,000 individuals, in 53 communities in 28 major metropolitan areas. USI represents a movement towards a future where all children and families will be stable and thriving, supported by our unwavering dedication to being results-based, data-driven, and equity-centered.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
JOB SUMMARY:</b></p><p>
The Workforce Specialist will recruit and connect low-income adult residents of the housing community to opportunities for education, job readiness, skills training, and employment. The ideal candidate will understand and effectively deliver services by leveraging established relationships with employers in each city.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></p><ul><li>
Develop community strategies for employment and career advancement.</li><li>
Work with employers to facilitate job opportunities.</li><li>
Provide ongoing counseling, recruitment, and screen clients for employment education, entrepreneurial and employment opportunities, and workforce training programs.</li><li>
Conduct individual assessments for residents who need assistance with employment.</li><li>
Create individual development plans for clients seeking employment and/or career advancement.</li><li>
Develop and implement tracking procedures to ensure and document federal contract compliance.</li><li>
Learn, and fully utilize, the company&rsquo;s internal tracking system.</li><li>
Interpret federal, state, and local labor laws, rules, regulations, and objectives as they pertain to resident hiring according to Davis Bacon and Section 3 compliance.</li><li>
Providing resources and knowledge for clients to access capital, including loans for financial goals like housing and consumer products, to build credit, reduce debt, and support wealth growth through entrepreneurship.</li><li>
Offering consultation services in financial management and goal-setting.</li><li>
Hosting in-person and virtual seminars for clients seeking financial literacy management resources and capital access.</li><li>
Supporting and promoting the development of the USI CDFI client base.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
QUALIFICATIONS:</b></p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree or higher in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Human Resources, Redevelopment, Construction, or other relevant fields.</li><li>
A minimum of three years of professional experience in a relevant field, demonstrating the necessary skills and/or competencies.</li><li>
Strong working knowledge and experience in common construction industry practices, procedures, labor costs, hiring, and assessments of workforce needs.</li><li>
Strong working knowledge of common human resources hiring practices, interviewing and candidate selection.</li><li>
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Excel, and Power Point.</li><li>
Ability to handle privileged information in a professional and confidential manner.</li><li>
Availability to attend evening and weekend functions as needed.</li><li>
Possession of a valid driver&rsquo;s license with a clean driving record and availability of automobile for use at work to travel to various sites.</li><li>
Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.</li></ul><p></p><p><br>
Urban Strategies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer</p></div><p></p>

Workforce Specialist

<div><div><b>Background:</b></div><div>
USI is a national nonprofit with extensive experience in the design and implementation of place-based human capital development strategies in</div><div>
communities that are undergoing comprehensive physical revitalization.</div><div></div><div><br>
Founded in 1978, USI is a leader in community development, supporting over 30,000 economically stressed families, approximately 100,000 individuals, in 53 communities in 28 major metropolitan areas. USI represents a movement towards a future where all children and families will be stable and thriving, supported by our unwavering dedication to being results-based, data-driven, and equity-centered.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Job Summary:</b></div><div>
The Family Support Specialist II is responsible for providing comprehensive case management, referral, and seamless coordination with community and supportive service activities that promote economic self-sufficiency for families, enhance quality of life for seniors and the disabled, and increase opportunities for residents. This position will work with a team of social workers, case managers, relocation and employment specialists, and other professionals to identify appropriate strategies and assist families under the Promise Neighborhood Improvement (PNI) Grant from the U.S. Department of Education.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Direct Service Delivery Responsibilities</b></div><div><ul><li>
Conduct intake and assessments for residents for enrollment into the case management program.</li><li>
Conduct home visits, office visits, community site visits to collect information from residents.</li><li>
Works with families to assess, develop, implement, monitor, and recommend modifications to Development Plans using a multidisciplinary process.</li><li>
Utilize knowledge of the local community to assist residents with navigating a variety of social service organizations and public agencies.</li><li>
Identify gaps in services, advocate on behalf of residents, coordinate and monitor service delivery for an assigned caseload.</li><li>
Maintain privacy and confidentiality of all household information given.</li><li>
Enter and track all resident data entered into Urban's customized performance management system &quot;LEARN&quot; to document resident progress in real time.</li><li>
Attend community supportive services meetings with critical partners and other social service entities.</li><li>
Actively participate in Urban Strategies program meetings and other meetings related to the project.</li><li>
Be available to occasionally work nights and/or weekends, and travel.</li><li>
Performs a range of associated administrative functions, as appropriate, such as monitoring budgets, preparing administrative and programmatic reports and correspondence, and submitting billing documentation, as required.</li><li>
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.</li></ul></div><div></div><div><b><br>
QUALIFICATIONS:</b></div><div></div><div><i><br>
Education and/or experience required:</i></div><div><ul><li>
Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology or other relevant field.</li><li>
A minimum of three years of work experience as a case manager, service connector, or other relevant direct practice with low-income households, experience with health services a plus.</li><li>
Commitment to strengths-based and family-focused service planning; ability to understand program philosophies and place-based approach</li><li>
Ability and commitment to handle privileged information in a professional and confidential manner</li><li>
Ability to function as a team player in both internal and external relationships</li><li>
Availability to attend evening and weekend functions as required</li><li>
Possession of a valid driver's license and availability of automobile for work use</li><li>
Strong verbal and written communication skills</li><li>
Must be proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel</li></ul></div><div></div><div><i><br>
Skills and/or competencies required:</i></div><div><ul><li>
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.</li><li>
Strong organizational, planning and time management skills.</li><li>
A strong sense of and respect for confidentiality involving both participants and fellow employees.</li><li>
Must excel in fast-paced environment</li><li>
Ability to work in a variety of settings with culturally-diverse persons and communities with the ability to be culturally sensitive and appropriate.</li><li>
The ability to work independently and with initiative, combined with skills for thriving in a team environment to achieve shared goals.</li><li>
Computer proficiency in MS Office Suite (Advanced MS Excel), other commonly used software.</li></ul></div><div></div><div><br>
Urban Strategies is an equal opportunity employer</div></div>

Family Support Specialist II

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Family Support Specialist II