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communityactionskagit

Disaster Care Specialist

Mount Vernon, Washington · Part-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 20 days ago
ComplianceHIPAACommunicationTime ManagementMicrosoft OfficeSharePoint

About the role

  • Depending on program needs and funding, this opportunity may be filled as one full-time position (37.5 hours per week) or multiple part-time positions.
  • JOB DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Survivor Engagement & Assessment: Conduct comprehensive disaster-related needs assessments with individuals and families.
  • Identify unmet needs directly caused or worsened by the disaster.

Responsibilities

  • This position works one-on-one with survivors to assess needs, develop recovery plans, connect them to resources, and support their progress toward achieving pre-disaster levels of stability and well-being.
  • The position works closely with a wide range of community supports and service systems.
  • Build supportive, professional relationships with survivors to facilitate trust and effective case planning.
  • Advocate on behalf of survivors with service providers, agencies, and recovery partners.
  • Coordinate with Long Term Recovery Groups, VOAD partners, and community organizations to ensure holistic support.
  • Maintain accurate, timely, and complete case files in accordance with DR-DWG and TEGL 09-24 requirements.
  • Document all disaster-related services, referrals, and client interactions, while maintaining appropriate documentation, billing, and data.

Requirements

  • The selected candidate will be required to meet eligibility requirements and enroll as a Disaster Recovery Dislocated Worker Grant participant as a condition of employment.
  • Develop individualized recovery plans that outline goals, required resources, and steps toward achieving pre-disaster stability.

Nice to have

  • Participate in recovery meetings, case coordination sessions, and community outreach events.
  • Promote a healthy, transparent, professional, and kind work environment.
  • Participate in agency meetings and trainings as required and attend scheduled interdisciplinary team meetings and supervisory sessions.
  • Other related duties as assigned by management.
  • High School Diploma or GED/HSE minimum required.
  • Experience in case management, social services, disaster response, or related fields required.
  • AA/BA/BS Degree in Social Services or related field preferred.
  • License(s) & Certification(s)

Compensation

  • 12 Holidays per year

Benefits

  • Full-Time Benefits include:
  • Medical & Dental Insurance including Rx and Vision
  • Life Insurance and AD&D coverage
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan (3.5% Employer Match)
  • Paid Sick and Vacation Leave
  • Part-Time Benefits include:
  • (Community Action reserves right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit at any time for any reason.)
  • Health Club Discount
  • Assist clients in applying for public benefits, financial assistance, and community-based support programs.

Company info

  • This role is central to long-term recovery efforts and reflects the collaborative, community-based model.

Equal opportunity

  • Equal Opportunity Employer.
  • Should you require accommodation in the
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