Emergency Services Advocate

Communityactionatwork; Lincoln, Northern (NE, KY); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employer-paid life insurance, short &/

Job summary

Community Action Partnership of Lancaster and Saunders Counties in Lincoln, Nebraska seeks an Emergency Services Advocate to provide case management to applicants. Starting pay is $22.12/hour, with benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Responsibilities include intake assessments, ensuring funding prerequisites, connecting participants with resources, and maintaining thorough documentation of progress.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Case Management experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written English proficiency required.
• Valid Nebraska Driver’s License with good driving record.
• Sensitivity to needs of low-income, diverse populations and individuals with disabilities.
• Knowledge of community resources.

Responsibilities

• Provide services for applicants by responding to requests promptly.
• Ensure all funding requirements are met prior to approval.
• Conduct intake assessments on all applicants.
• Offer case management services to funded applicants.
• Connect participants with appropriate agency and community resources.
• Assist participants in creating goal plans and tracking progress.
• Maintain accurate documentation and files on participants served.

Skills

Case Management

English Proficiency

Community Resources

Empathy

Education

Associate’s Degree in human services or related field

Job description

Do you want to utilize your case management skills to help individuals in our community?

Community Action is looking for a committed Emergency Services Advocate to provide case management services to emergency services applicants. This individual will empower participants to reach their goals and help them access community resources.

Starting Pay: $22.12/hour

The Role:

• Provide services for applicants by responding to all requests in a timely manner.
• Ensure all funding requirements are met for each applicant prior to approval.
• Conduct intake assessments on all applicants.
• Offer case management services to all funded applicants.
• Connect participant with appropriate agency and community resources.
• Assist participant in creating goal plans and follow through with progress.
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation and files on participants served.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree in human services or related field and/or equivalent work experience required.
• Case Management experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written proficiencies of the English language required.
• Valid Nebraska Driver’s License and good driving record required.
• Sensitivity to the experiences, needs, and strengths of low-income and diverse populations, and individuals with disabilities.
• Knowledge of community resources.

Benefits & Perks:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Employer-paid life insurance, short term disability, and long term disability coverage.
• Paid Time Off plan and 13+ paid holidays.
• 401K with employer match.
• Education Assistance Program for continuing education.
• Qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program for federal student loans.
• Extensive opportunities for personal and professional development.
• Engaging work environment with friendly and supportive team members.
• Meaningful work that positively impacts our community.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email [e-mail] and we will be happy to assist. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

Find the complete job listing and details at http://communityactionatwork.hireclick.com/jobboard

Community Action Partnership of Lancaster and Saunders Counties is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression), national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, marital status, genetics, or any other status protected under federal and state law.