About this role
At Mercy Housing, we're working to change how low-income housing is built and supported, helping people and families live better lives. Every day, we show our values of Respect, Justice, and Mercy in how we treat our residents, partners, and each other.
The Resident Services Coordinator I will establish and maintain community partnerships; bringing needed services to the property and collect and record data to measure program outcomes. You will work with residents to link them with resources, and work with other property staff to ensure resident stability.
We encourage candidates with lived experience to apply. This is an on-site position.
Pay: $22.70/hour
Location: Adamsville Green Senior Apartments | Atlanta, GA
Benefits
• Early close Fridays (3 paid hours off each Friday)
• Early close prior to a holiday (3 paid hours)
• Several healthcare plans to choose from, dental (includes plans covering orthodontia and a free basic dental option) and vision
• 15 days of earned PTO your first year, 12 company holidays + 2 floating holidays
• Paid time off between Christmas Day and New Year's Day
• Paid time off to volunteer
• Paid parental and caregiver leave
• Employer-paid life insurance
• 403b + match
• Access to free Employee Assistance Plan
• Pet insurance options
Duties
• Evaluate outcomes of programs and services delivered on a regular basis as required.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of residents (conduct needs assessments, community meetings, etc.) in order to be able to offer residents the opportunity to assist their community and to guide them towards appropriate services and resources.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive list of resources (employment, education, social service agencies etc.) available in the community for residents' benefit.
• Participate in and/or lead activities within Mercy Housing and in collaboration with partner agencies that build professional capacity and enhance working relationships.
• Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year of experience in community development, social services, or related field.
Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
• Experience conducting community assessments, applying the principles of conflict management, and organizing community groups, events, or programs.
Knowledge and Skills
• Work collaboratively with others in a team environment, respecting and valuing the perspectives and contributions of others.
• Demonstrate a high level of verbal, writing, and listening skills.
• Proficient with MS Office (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Maintain confidentiality and to obtain appropriate release of information as necessary.
• Able to work with people with mental health, disability, substance abuse, legal, and financial issues.
Mercy Housing is a fair chance employer; while we conduct background checks for all positions, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.