Housing Stability and Asset Development Specialist

Tri-CAP is looking for a passionate, energetic, committed individual to work primarily at our housing support office in Big Lake, MN
. The individual will work with clients primarily in our housing and asset development programs providing case management, support services, housing search, budgeting, family support, landlord-tenant education, etc.

• Build trusting relationships and provide holistic, strength-based services (assessment, identification of strengths and barriers, goal setting, follow up) to clients; provide referrals, advocacy, financial coaching and training to those enrolled in a variety of Family Resources programs and services.
• Provide education and resources to assist clients in meeting their goals, including financial literacy, pre-employment skills, life skills, landlord-tenant rights, asset development, etc. both individually and in group settings.
• Build strong relationships with community partners- human service agencies, landlords, advisory boards, etc. to conduct outreach, enhance resources and advocacy efforts for people in poverty.
• Recruit potential clients through community outreach and relationship building.
• Assist in program reporting requirements through data entry and assist with grant writing activities.

Starting wage range for this full-time position is $20.64 - $24.25 per hour

Benefits include: paid holidays, PTO, health/dental/life insurance, employee assistance and 403b retirement savings match. We also invest in employee wellness and professional development!

• Bachelor's Degree in social work or related field and one year of career / life experience OR combination of five (5) years' career/ life experience and education.
• Skills in case management including financial coaching- budgeting and credit repair.
• Ability to work well in a team setting as well as individually, with very little supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including networking and public speaking/presentation skills.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize and problem-solve effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and agency software programs.
• Able to identify and relate to the barriers that prevent low-income persons from becoming self-sufficient.
• Experience in coordinated entry, housing programs, employment plans, financial literacy, preferred.
• Must be able to pass DHS Background Study.
• Ability to travel frequently throughout the service area.
• Somali or Spanish Language bi-lingual preferred.