Do you want to make a positive impact? Do you have a passion for community and want to use your social work skills to help the most vulnerable citizens of Wake County? Do you thrive as a member of a purpose-driven team? As the on-site housing social worker at a Raleigh based apartment complex, you will be able to use your advocacy and case management skills to assist residents by connecting them with community resources, providing supportive services, and helping to ensure their housing stability.
Essential Functions:
*Provide case management support to residents including assistance with public benefits, connecting with community resources, completing paperwork, vocational support, etc.
*Coordinate with the Property Manager and the Resident Manager on events, resident needs, and a monthly newsletter
*Plan and execute monthly events and workshops for the residents
*Review and interview perspective Second Chance program participants and determine if they would be a good fit for the property
*Work with tenants who are behind on rent to connect with community resources, assist with budgeting, and develop a rent payment plan to help get them back on track
About Our Team
Wake County Department of Housing’s goal is to ensure that quality affordable housing is available for all Wake County residents. As the population and economy continue to grow in Wake County, the need for affordable housing development and preservation increases. Not only do more units of affordable housing need to be built, housing services must be provided to support families and individuals to access or maintain safe, decent, affordable housing. Affordable housing is also critical to preserving Wake County’s economic competitiveness by offering housing for workers at all income levels, supporting housing stability and economic opportunity for its residents, and furthering Wake County’s commitment to healthy and inclusive growth. The Department’s programs include Community Revitalization, Development Financing, Rental Assistance, Homeless Services, Community Outreach, Emergency Shelter, and Permanent Supportive Housing.
