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Shelter Housing Specialist GRACE Marketplace - 3.2 Gainesville, FL Job Details Full-time $17 - $21 an hour 12 hours ago Benefits Dental insurance Paid time off Qualifications Computer operation Slack High school diploma or GED Collaborative technology platforms Computer skills Full Job Description Shelter Housing Specialist offers services in a shelter setting, integrating evidence-based practices with individuals who are experiencing homelessness. These individuals may have mental and/or physical health needs. Such services include conducting assessments, developing service plans, providing case management, increasing access to benefits/healthcare/mental healthcare and community integration. Shelter Housing Specialist will implement evidence-based practices such as Motivational Interviewing and Trauma-Informed Care. Shelter Housing Specialist will work collaboratively with a range of community service providers to ensure participants are connected to appropriate housing options . Primary Responsibilities Create a personcentered, service plan in collaboration with the participant addressing housing goals. Utilize HMIS for all documentation. Provide case management services in the area of, but not limited to: money management, employment, linkage to community providers for problematic substance use, primary and mental health care, and all other services needed to assist participants in reaching their housing goals. Meet with Participants as scheduled based on their goals. Use evidence based practices in service delivery. Provide case management services in areas of employment, benefits establishments, and other services needed to assist participants in housing goals. Mediate and advocate on behalf of the participant to help them obtain housing, health care benefits and entitlements. Requirements Must pass a level 2 background check High School Diploma or equivalent 2 year' social service experience. Preferred in homeless services or case management. Self directed and able to work without much supervision. Organizational and communication skills (written & oral) Ability to interact with all persons in a professional manner encompassing behavior, dress, language, and attitude.

Basic computer skills:

proficiency with GSuite, HMIS and Slack. About GRACE Marketplace

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GRACE Marketplace is the only low-barrier, one-stop homeless shelter in North Central Florida. Each member of our team is dedicated to one mission - ending homelessness. Our core values of safety, impact, and respect drive our approach to serve our guests each day. GRACE is an equal opportunity employer, and provides health and dental insurance, generous PTO, and the best team you could ever hope to work with! Whether you're looking for career opportunities or an internship, we invite you to join our team today if you're ready to end homelessness in Alachua County! GRACE Marketplace is an Equal Opportunity Employer.