Assessment and Diversion Specialist - Families

Mission and Statement of Cooperation

The mission of the Suncoast Partnership to End Homelessness (SPEH) is to prevent and end homelessness by uniting the communities of Manatee and Sarasota Counties through engagement and collaboration with business and civic leaders, service providers, faith-based organizations, advocates, concerned citizens, and people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. SPEH encourages and expects a high degree of cooperation and collaboration among its staff and stakeholders. The specific duties of each position require flexibility and cooperation to achieve organizational goals and objectives.

General Summary

The role of the Assessment and Diversion Specialist is to facilitate shelter diversion and early intervention to assist those who are homeless. Those experiencing homelessness need access to safe alternatives to shelter and need permanent housing options. The work may include solution focused interactions with clients, individually or in groups, providing client-centered, trauma-informed, and housing-focused strategies that reduce the likelihood the client will need to enter a shelter or need to be entered into long term permanent housing projects. This position represents the Suncoast Partnership and the Continuum of Care and works with the Oneby1 Project Coordinator, local service providers, government partners, and funders to provide a comprehensive regional approach that aligns seamlessly with the entire Oneby1 Coordinated Entry System.

Essential Job Functions:

Initial functions described in summary above; more to be developed and adjusted as position evolves.

Education and Work Experience

• • AA degree in information technology, social services or related field, two to five years of related experience, and/or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Experience using technology, software and/or databases.
  • Training curriculum design experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• • Bachelor's degree in a relevant social services field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Knowledge of community resources and referral networks, and the capacity to identify and develop relationships with new sources and services as they become available.
  • Experience in working with clients in both group and individual settings and in trauma-informed care.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the work environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Computer skills and data entry required
• Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and appropriate vehicle insurance.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office and within the community with clients and providers.
• Street outreach may be necessary.
• Travel throughout Sarasota and Manatee is required.
• Some outdoor activities may be required.

Physical Requirements

• • Ability to read computer screens and printed documents.
  • Ability to hear well enough to communicate with colleagues and stakeholders.
  • Ability to speak the English language in an understandable manner.
  • Ability to type, to write, and to use telephone.

Working Conditions

• Works in a climate controlled office environment, travels in the field to work with colleagues at other locations, and at home as appropriate.

NOTE: This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the employeeperforming this job. Furthermore, this job description does not establish a contract of employment. SPEH may change job descriptions at any time, with or without notice as needs require.

Health, Vision, Dental

401K

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Short and Long Term Disability Insurance