Self-Help Housing Group Worker Specialist

Essential Duties

• Provide program information and facilitate/support the intake process for applicants.
• Maintain updated files and documentation for clients, including following up with clients and determining eligibility.
• Data entry and compliance utilizing the client management systems.
• Act as a group leader to motivate clients and resolve any individual and group-related challenges.
• Guiding families through the home closing process.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability, accident, critical illness & hospital indemnity.
• Paid Time Off (up to 18 days for full-time employees).
• Up to 13 paid holidays per year.
• 403(b) pension plan with agency contribution and match.

Desired Qualifications

• Minimum of High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Associates degree in Social Services or Business Administration preferred.
• Minimum of three years of customer service.
• Section 502 USDA Rural Development Loan Packaging Certification preferred or must obtain with 6 months of hire.

Other Requirements

• Must possess excellent communication skills and the ability to lead and motivate others.
• Able to function autonomously and as part of a team.
• Must be detail-oriented.
• Competency with Microsoft Office.
• Pre-employment SBI, DMV, Maine and National Sex Offender Registry, DHHS, fraud, and federal debarment background checks must be completed upon offer of hire and as a condition of employment.
• Valid drivers license and travel within the service area is required.