Diversion Specialist

4 weeks ago

Renton, United States Vision House Full time

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Job Summary:

The purpose of this position is to provide resources and social services navigation support to families and individuals that are in unstable housing or unhoused. The goal is that people using our diversion services can identify and target the most appropriate pathways to stability for themselves. This may be within our Vision House transitional housing, or it may be with a different provider, or even market-based housing. The Diversion Specialist must bring a combination of persistence, listening, and research skills to each case. The Diversion Specialist role is to help encourage each applicant to work from their strengths, while recognizing their challenges. A Diversion Specialist is someone who enjoys problem solving with a team, learning something new every day, and engaging one on one with people living in complex circumstances.

At Vision House we serve a population from a variety of backgrounds. We strongly value diversity and actively seek applicants that will balance our employment workforce to align with the populations we serve. Questions regarding our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion can be directed toward HR department or our DEI Committee.

REPORTS TO: Family Transitions Manager

HOURS:

Full-time 40 hours

Nonexempt

LOCATION:

Renton, WA

Our new Diversion Specialist will enjoy the following pay and benefits:

$21.50-$24.50 per hour DOE Health insurance for Employee only : Medical $80/month, Dental $11/month, and Vision $1/month. Separate rates for spouses/dependents. Retirement plan with up to a 3% matching employer contribution 12 days of vacation (increases with tenure) 13 days of paid holidays Generous sick-leave Employee Assistance Program Childcare Tuition Assistance As a Diversion Specialist your responsibilities would include:

Assists with keeping call logs up to date on a daily basis Partners with housing specialist on low income permanent housing for clients Partners with entry team to bring new families in to the Vision House transitional housing program. Preforms/Conducts trauma informed diversion conversations with clients on active list Carries a case load that they check in with regularly Inputs data into system on weekly basis Builds relationships with other resource providers Attends monthly provider meetings Attends and participates in entry meetings Assists with resource fairs Supports family services teams with current resident resources when needed Other duties as assigned Requirements

Diversion Specialist candidates should have the following qualifications:

B.A. Degree in Social Service field, A.A. degree may be combined with exceptional experience. Two years of experience must be direct social service or advocacy work, including assessing client needs and/or determining client benefit eligibility Valid Washington State Driver's License, good driving record, auto insurance and reliable transportation. Experience working with children and families who are at risk and in crisis. Experience working with diverse and/or special needs population and knowledge of homelessness, domestic violence, physical, sexual and emotional abuse and the effects on children. Ability to handle sensitive information in a confidential manner. Ability to work collaboratively with staff in a participatory environment. CPR and First Aid Certification within 60 days of hire date. AIDS/HIV Certification within 60 days of hire date. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule depending on program needs, including up to 2 Saturdays a month Ability to pass background check. Active Christian faith and an ability to sign our Statement of Faith. Working knowledge of Christ-centered servant leadership. Ability to work well as part of a team as well as independently. Vision House is a Christian service agency

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