Community Resource Specialist

Fedcap, Inc., a Fedcap program, in Washington, DC is looking to hire a full-time Community Resource Specialist to maintain relationships with community partners across various industries. Are you looking for a job that offers meaningful work? Do you want the opportunity to build a successful career in social work? Would you like to join a respected human services nonprofit that's passionate about serving its community? If so, please read on!

This case management position in human services earns a competitive wage. We provide excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, a flexible spending account (FSA), short- and long-term disability, a 403(b) plan, an employee assistance program, a future mom's program, and life insurance. If this sounds like the right case management opportunity in social work for you, apply today to join our nonprofit!

ABOUT FEDCAP, INC.

Launched as part of The Fedcap Group in 2018, Fedcap, Inc. offers a wide array of programs and services to help individuals achieve success in education and employment to become self-sufficient adults. Our specific focus areas include case management, work readiness, vocational or employer-based training, job placement, and post-placement support. We provide a broad range of services to thousands of individuals across a growing footprint, helping them achieve economic and social well-being.

We are committed to making sustainable, high-outcome, and life-changing differences for the individuals and families we serve. Our services are only as effective as the quality of the people who make up our team. To achieve our mission, we strive to attract and retain talented and committed staff who believe in our cause. This is why we provide competitive compensation, great benefits, and plenty of opportunities for personal and professional growth.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A COMMUNITY RESOURCE SPECIALIST

As a Community Resource Specialist with our nonprofit, you're responsible for facilitating peer groups and maintaining community partnerships for resources that benefit our participants in the Family Re-Housing Stabilization Program (FRSP). These resources include assistance with employment, education, finance, social capital, health and well-being, child development, housing, and other necessary areas. Using a two-generational approach, you help families access support services that benefit their full needs. You also help participants obtain economic assets, such as public benefits, tax credits, and student financial aid.

In addition, you follow up on application statuses and provide additional support to participants as needed. You develop life skills and peer group curriculum based on training needs as well as plan needed materials for each class, including textbooks, handouts, workbook information, and other sources. For additional support, you screen participants for emergency payments and help them budget to maximize funds currently and in the future. You enter payment requests into our electronic case management (ECM) system after verifying that qualifications and supporting documentation align with funder requirements.

Partnering with the Department of Human Services, you provide participants with contacts for additional housing and financial coaching resources. You verify and report participant milestone achievements using structured reports and success stories. To continuously improve at your job, you stay up to date on all relevant training and certifications. Your dedication to helping others is apparent through your hard work, and you take great pride in knowing you're good at what you do!

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A COMMUNITY RESOURCE SPECIALIST

• Bachelor's degree in social work or a related field of study
• Be Strong Families Parent Cafe training OR ability to become trained within the first 90 days of employment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite or other standard business technology
• Covid-19 vaccination

At least one year of case management experience is preferred, but multiple factors will be taken into consideration. Do you have excellent verbal and written communication skills? Can you effectively prioritize tasks while demonstrating good time management? Are you highly organized and detail-oriented? Can you handle confidential information with discretion? Do you have an engaging personality and enjoy meeting new people? If yes, you might just be perfect for this social work position with our human services nonprofit!

WORK SCHEDULE FOR A COMMUNITY RESOURCE SPECIALIST

This full-time social work position in human services works during the day.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR HUMAN SERVICES TEAM?

If you feel that you would be right for this social work job with our nonprofit, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

Location: 20020