PATH (People Assisting the Homeless)
First Response Specialist - FSC (5762)
Los Angeles County · Contract
No sponsorship$23k-$28kDetected 1 day ago
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About the role
- We make a positive difference in people's lives and help an average of 23 people per week to find a place to live.
- If you join us, you will be able to advocate for change while also working with influential people who effect changes in policy and devote time to issues of racial and social justice.
- ABOUT PATH Since its foundation in 1984, PATH (People Assisting The Homeless) has pioneered bold and effective approaches to assist people experiencing homelessness.
Responsibilities
- PATH is seeking candidates passionate about helping others make a positive change in their lives to join our Program Admin Support - FS team as the First Response Specialist at the Family Solutions Center office.
- As part of the Program Admin Support - FS team, the First Response Specialist provides regional coordination among providers in SPA 4.
- To do so, they are stationed at both the FSC and at partner agencies on specific days during the week.
- Provide strengths-based service coordination services designed to assist clients in obtaining crisis housing.
- Provide crisis intervention services focused on enhancing the clients' ability to independently problem solve, utilize effective coping skills, and manage their own care.
- Manage shelter waitlist and placements for multiple agencies within the Metro LA area.
- Manage utilization and tracking of motel vouchers when needed.
- Maintain documentation standards as set forth by the program contract and PATH policies.
- Collect all necessary documentation needed to support assistance provided.
- Manage and track financial assistance funds by using updated technological and tracking tools.
Requirements
- Driving Required
- A resume is required.
- We're looking for candidates with:
- Analytical Skills and Attention to Detail: Gather and interpret data, identifying trends, patterns, and insights to inform decision-making. Ability to consistently produce high-quality work, ensuring accuracy and precision in all tasks.
- Collaboration and Teamwork: Work effectively with others, seeking out and building positive working relationships with colleagues, participants, and stakeholders. Work effectively with others, contributing to team goals and recognizing the strengths and contributions of others.
- Communication: Convey information clearly and effectively (both verbally and in writing) to individuals and groups in a manner that informs, engages and maintains their attention.
- Creativity and Initiative: Take action and make decisions without being prompted, demonstrating a proactive approach to work and a willingness to take on additional responsibilities. Think outside the box, generating innovative solutions to problems or challenges.
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Analyze and evaluate information and situations, identify key issues, consider alternatives, and make logical decisions based on sound reasoning that will achieve the desired outcome.
- Ethics and Boundaries: Maintain ethical and professional standards, demonstrating honesty, integrity, and a commitment to doing the right thing in all situations while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Have employment eligibility verification
- Have or be able and willing to obtain CPR/First Aid training
- Tuberculosis Test
Nice to have
- Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field.
- Four (4) years of professional experience in the human services field or related field.
Skills
- Gather and interpret data, identifying trends, patterns, and insights to inform decision-making.
- Ability to consistently produce high-quality work, ensuring accuracy and precision in all tasks.
- Collaboration and Teamwork:
- Creativity and Initiative:
- Think outside the box, generating innovative solutions to problems or challenges.
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving:
- Communication:
- Ethics and Boundaries:
Compensation
- $23.24 to $28.28 per hour
- Pay Frequency: 24 Pay Periods Per Year
- 24 Pay Periods Per Year
Benefits
- In addition to a rewarding work environment, we offer our employees a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage, vacation and sick time, paid holidays, and a retirement plan.
Company info
- WHAT YOU BRING We're looking for candidates with: - Analytical Skills and Attention to Detail: Gather and interpret data, identifying trends, patterns, and insights to inform decision-making.
- To avoid potential conflicts of interest and ensure the integrity of our programs, we are unable to employ individuals who are currently receiving services from PATH or have received services within the past two years.
- CALIFORNIA-BASED WORK EXPECTATIONS We are a California employer.
- READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE THROUGH ACTION?
- We are mission and values driven and your contributions will make a difference.
Equal opportunity
- PATH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
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