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    Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota

    Social Services

    Eviction Prevention Specialist

    Minneapolis, United StatesOn-SiteFull-time2+ yrs experiencePosted 1mo ago
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    Job description

    Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults, and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an Alive Workplace (Supportive, Positive and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize, and reward employees. Consider joining us!

    As a Prevention Specialist, you will be responsible for supporting households by providing housing stability-focused case management services related to meeting the housing needs of program participants and helping them to prevent any episodes of homelessness. Services may include problem-solving, crisis intervention, education on tenant rights and responsibilities, mediation services, tenancy supports, and coordination with landlords.

    You will be the first line of contact for households calling the agency inquiring about Housing Services, resources, referrals, crisis intervention and problem solving.

     As a Prevention Specialist, we offer you:

    • An excellent benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, vision, 403(b) plan with a match, wellness program, and other ancillary plans
    • Generous PTO plan, Paid Holidays, and Float Days
    • Opportunities to continue professional development
    • An ALIVE Workplace that is Supportive, Positive, Healthy and Fun!
    • A diverse workplace
    • An outstanding reputation
    Job Requirements:
    • At least 2 years or more recent experience working with community residents facing critical hardships.
    • Microsoft Office Suite proficiency required.
    • Able to maintain confidentiality of all discussions and records.
    • Resourceful, patient and sensitive to the needs of staff, children and families.
    • Culturally sensitive to work in a diverse community.
    • Some transportation required for employment
    • Lived experience welcome
    • Experience, ability and commitment to working with sexual minority and culturally diverse staff, participants and community.
    • Knowledge of culturally based world-view and problem-solving practices individuals and families in urban neighborhoods impacted by crime, poverty, and racial inequity.

    The successful candidate must be cleared by a Bureau of Criminal Affairs (BCA) background study and have a drivers’ license; a Motor Vehicle Check (MVR) is required.

    Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.

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    Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota

    Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota provides a wide range of services to individuals and families in need, including mental health, housing, and support for seniors.

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