Community Engagement And Tenant Education Program Manager With 800 Hiring Bonus

Lutheran Social Service MN is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults, and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an ALIVE Workplace (Supportive, Positive and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize and rewards employees. Consider joining us!

As the Program Manager for Housing, you will oversee the daily operation and coordination of supportive housing programs for families experiencing homelessness within the LSS Housing and Family Services Department. The primary function of this position is coordination and execution of housing programs in the 7 county Metro Area. Program Development and supervision of staff and programs.

$800 Hiring Bonus!

This role will oversee our Hennepin County Rapid ReHousing and Prevention contracts, state funded Housing Stability Services all as part of eviction prevention and support services. You will also supervise our Housing Specialists and Rental Subsidy administration and offer engagement and educational opportunities to property owners that we are in partnership with our Housing Department and find ways to recruit new property owners. Program Manager will oversee 4 staff across the various programs and funding sources.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Provide case management to our families to address the barriers leading to homelessness, improve the quality of their lives, strengthen family functioning, and teach life skills that will allow them to be able to obtain and maintain community living in the least restrictive environment possible.

• Provide leadership within the department including program development, modeling of direct service delivery and contribution to the creation of new initiatives.

• Monitoring revenue and expense reports and contribute to the creation of annual budgets.

• Provide supervision of case managers and interns in the Housing Department.

• An excellent benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, vision, 403(b) plan with a match, wellness program, and other ancillary plans.

• Generous PTO plan, Paid Holidays, and 3 Float Days.

• Opportunities to continue professional development.

• An ALIVE Workplace that is Supportive, Positive, Healthy and Fun!

• A diverse workplace.

• An outstanding reputation.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in human service or equivalent plus 4 years' experience in a human services field required.

• Valid Driver's License and current insurance.

• Knowledge of crisis intervention; chemical dependency treatment, physical or sexual abuse, family violence required.

• Knowledge and experience about Motivational interviewing, Harm Reduction, Housing First Model and Trauma Informed Care.

• Previous experience working with low-income families and homelessness.

• Demonstrates the ability to work with a culturally diverse population and of cultural competency.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, positively, and professionally with participants, providers, family members, co-workers, supervisor, and others.

• Demonstrate the ability to work independently while functioning as part of a larger team to promote a positive, supportive, and collaborative atmosphere.

Lutheran Social Service of MN is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of all people regardless of gender, race, culture, religion, ethnicity, protected veteran status, and/or disability. It is the expectation that all LSS/CH employees will exhibit behaviors that reflect the LSS mission and commitment to Trustworthiness and our stand for Social Justice and Racial Equity. Do Work That Matters. Grow With Us! Veterans are encouraged to apply!