Resident Counselor III - HRD/FSS

Resident Counselor III:

The Housing Opportunities Commission of Montgomery County (HOC) was established in 1974 to better respond to the County's need for affordable housing. HOC is authorized to acquire, own, lease, and operate housing; to provide for the construction or renovation of housing; obtain financial assistance from any public or private source to assist its housing activities; and arrange for social services, resident services, and daycare.

Job Description:

The Resident Counselor III role at Housing Opportunities Commission will be responsible for providing case management, counseling and referral services to program participants. The Resident Counselor will support families in achieving self-sufficiency by conducting assessments, coordinating services and connecting them to education, employment, and training resources. This individual will be responsible for maintaining case records, monitoring progress and ensuring program compliance.

Job Duties

• Provides case management, counseling and referral services to a minimum of 50 cases
• Conduct skills assessments using software package and assist program participants with establishing long and short term goals
• Provide participants with education/job training resources and job readiness skills
• Identify, coordinate services and monitor monthly progress towards participant self-sufficiency goals
• Complete and submit weekly report on activities and services provided to families
• Recruit new participants to achieve and maintain 100% program utilization rate

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience

• At least three years of experience in development services or case management

Education:

• Requires Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Counseling or related field (MSW preferred)
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted. Low income residents in Montgomery County with the above qualifications are encouraged to apply.

Certification:

• Must obtain Family Self Sufficiency Certification within six months of hire

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must have the ability to relate well to people of diverse backgrounds and cultures
• Must have good computer skills (Word and Excel)
• Must have a valid driver's license, good driving record and vehicle is required

*Grade 20 Min: $60,399/ Mid:$79,543 / Max: $98,687| | Salary determined by departmental budget- Offer commensurate with experience

HOC is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, citizenship, immigration status, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law. HOC promotes a drug-free workplace.

HOC conducts criminal background checks, employment reference checks, and where applicable, reviews driving records in determining suitability for employment. Selected applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Employment is contingent upon drug and alcohol test results.