Hybrid Housing Services Specialist bei Central Missouri Community Action

Housing Services Specialist (HSS) needed to work in Columbia. The HSS plays a critical role in ensuring eligible applicants have access to safe, sanitary, and affordable rental housing. This position is responsible for leasing rental units, conducting landlord outreach and recruitment, and providing housing-related services to improve the quality of participants' living conditions. The HSS manages all aspects of the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program, including processing new applications, recertifications, interim changes, transfers, tenant-landlord communications, and maintaining program compliance. Pay is $17.50 per hour.

Desired candidate should possess strong communication skills, excellent computer skills, have reliable attendance, and have a desire to help those in need.

Job Requirements:

• Must have a high school diploma or GED
• Prefer Associates degree or post-secondary training or education.
• Must have advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office and be able to accurately type 50 words per minute.
• Minimum of one year of experience in clerical, administrative, or social service roles, preferably within a
  housing or community services organization.

Benefits:

• Generous paid time off
• 10 paid holidays
• Paid 2 week winter break
• Excellent insurance package
• 403 b Retirement Plan
• Professional Development opportunities

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday through Friday

ABOUT CENTRAL MISSOURI COMMUNITY ACTION (CMCA)

CMCA is part of a national network of community action agencies founded in 1964. Our mission is to build relationships to empower people, strengthen resilience, and improve the quality of life for all members of the community. The actions of our organization change people's lives, embody the spirit of hope, improve communities, and make America a better place to live. We care about the entire community, and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other.

We have over 230 staff members throughout eleven counties. As a member of our team, employees are given the opportunity to make a positive difference in the communities we serve every day. To show our appreciation for all the hard work that they do, we offer our employees competitive compensation as well as a comprehensive benefits package and growth opportunities to help them build rewarding and successful careers.

EOE. Find out more at www.cmca.us

Location: 65270