This position is temporary until September 30, 2024 with the possibility of becoming permanent pending funding availability.
Imagine waking up every morning with the chance to change someone's life. Imagine knowing your efforts will benefit both your career and our neighbors around the world. At CWS, our team knows they are making a difference every day. Whether you're in our U.S.-based offices supporting refugees, asylees or unaccompanied children ... implementing hygiene initiatives in Cambodia or rebuilding projects in Central America ... or even connecting remotely from your home on fundraising campaigns, grant reports, or critical communications - you have the opportunity to work towards a world where everyone has food, a voice and a safe place to call home.
The Housing Coordinator manages all aspects of temporary and permanent housing operations for CWS Georgetown. The position manages all housing logistics for new refugee arrivals by working with landlords, Airbnb hosts, volunteers, and faith/community organizations. This position represents CWS mission and vision publicly through community outreach to cultivate new housing relationships. The housing coordinator will assist with cultural orientation and ongoing training to help refugees be ideal tenants.
Housing Logistics Conducts outreach for new relationships with potential landlords and property managers, maintains positive relationships with local landlords, owners, and property management companies. Educates landlords and property managers on CWS resettlement program. Attends and presents in community meetings related to housing in order to share the challenges and strengths that refugees bring when it comes to housing needs. Manages planning for initial housing for all refugees by coordinating property visits, home inspections, housing applications, and temporary housing, if needed. Liaison with landlords throughout housing negotiations, lease signing, and initial move-in. Coordinates housing setups. Seek local volunteer groups to arrange for homes to be furnished with donations and all other necessary supplies. Manages the ordering/purchasing of supplies that are not available through donations. Submits check requests related to housing including but not limited to rent, security deposit, application fees, lease transfer fees, beds and other furniture, household goods, etc. Case Management Ensures documentation of all housing services in clients' case notes. Works with the office director/case manager to record all financial housing transactions in clients' financial tracking logs. Ensures appropriate documentation in clients' files, including but not limited to Home Safety Evaluation forms, lease contracts, and financial paperwork. Maintains and regularly updates records of partnering property managers and available housing units. Coordinates with CWS Georgetown Case Manager, CWS Housing Coordinator and Cultural Orientation coordinator in home and classroom cultural orientation sessions on housing. Supports landlords who have questions and concerns related to refugee tenants placed by CWS. Conducts home visits with all families after placement to ensure a successful transition into new housing. Provides additional support to families who are at risk of coming into conflict with their landlord over cleanliness, lease infractions, etc. Available for possible evening airport pickups for newly arriving refugees, as necessary. Available for evening and weekend home set-ups, as necessary. Assists the Office Director in any duties he/she deems necessary. Common Duties :
Advocates on behalf of refugees, and refugee-serving voluntary agencies. Keeps informed about refugee and immigrant issues, and available services to refugees, using current information to better identify and serve refugee clients. Represents the program relevant to the responsibilities of the position. Undertakes other duties as assigned. Performs all duties in a culturally appropriate manner. Works varied hours, including occasional night and weekend work. Education: Bachelor's degree preferred
Preferred Experience: The successful candidate must have a minimum of one year's previous work experience in refugee or immigrant-related services, providing familiarity with U.S. refugee and/or immigration issues and terminology. A background in housing resources, case management or human service delivery is desirable.
Skills: Strong computer literacy with knowledge of word processing and database applications. Ability to use standard office equipment in performing varied activities. Attention to detail. Respect of confidentiality. Strong English writing skills. Language fluency in written and spoken English is required Must have excellent written, verbal, and non-verbal communication skills. Must be computer literate and proficient with MS Office Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment required. Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and willingness to support as a CWS employee required. The successful candidate must be computer literate, with proficiency in MS Office and internet applications. A valid driver's license is also required, along with the ability to move furniture and donations. The candidate will be expected to transport clients in their own vehicle (mileage will be reimbursed) and must have a reliable working car for this purpose. The successful candidate must pass a background check. Ability to lift 50 lbs. of weight. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. Must be willing to work evenings and weekends. This position is primarily remote and may require community visits to local offices and businesses and rental properties. During busy times other duties may be assigned.
CWS offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
- 403 (b) Retirement Plan
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off (21 Paid Days Off; 27 Days after 2 Years)
- 14 Official Holidays
- Sick Time Off (12 Accrued monthly)
- Life Insurance and AD&D
- Long Term and Short-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Commuter Benefits
