Job Opportunities
We are currently hiring for the following positions. Please use our Contact Us link to request an application and the full job description. You may also pick up an application and job description at our main office: 133 N. Ireland Street Burlington, NC 27217
Multifamily Service Coordinator (SCMF)
The Burlington Housing Authority is seeking a candidate responsible for working directly with residents, resident organizations, and service providers to coordinate comprehensive service delivery that results in the enhancement of the social, economic well-being, and ongoing independent living status of elderly/disabled residents residing at our Burlington Homes property.
The Multi-Family Service Coordinator is charged with motivating and engaging residents in community programs, activities, and connecting residents to social services needed to live independently. Primary attention will be given to the identification of resident needs and identifying providers and services to address resident needs. Will also perform follow-up case management functions including appropriate communication and contact with participants, information and referral, crisis intervention, tracking and record keeping, goal setting, positive reinforcement, follow-up and evaluation.
Department reports will be required quarterly and annually and other times as needed.
The ideal candidate must possess excellent case management, coaching, communication and multitasking skills, a positive attitude, strong work ethic, high energy and provide quality customer service. Salary negotiable commensurate with experience within the range of the grant budget. Great benefits.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Thorough knowledge of pertinent HUD regulations on the SCMF program.
- Knowledge of the aging process, elder services, disability services, eligibility for and procedures of federal and applicable state entitlement programs, legal liability issues relating to providing service coordination.
- Ability to understand and empathize with the needs and concerns of others.
- General knowledge of social work and resources available through community agencies.
- Good knowledge of the typical problems and needs of disabled individuals.
- Ability to conduct counseling assessment of the needs of participants and their ability to utilize available services.
- Ability to deal effectively with situations that require tact and diplomacy, yet firmness.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, residents, and community agencies and other sources that provide services.
- Ability to understand, follow written and oral instructions, communicate and relate to persons of diverse backgrounds, ages, and abilities.
- Skilled in communicating on the level of the listener, recognizing when information has been misunderstood, and determining how to remedy the misunderstanding as needed to explain policies and procedures and to provide and exchange information to persons with varying levels of education, cultural backgrounds, and ages.
- Computer literate in Excel spreadsheets, Word and can adapt to agency software.
- Ability to prepare clear, concise reports and to communicate clearly, concisely, verbally and in writing.
Minimum Education, Training and/or Experience
Associate's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Social Work, Human Services or related field and three (3) years' experience working with the disabled/elderly population, preferably in a low-income neighborhood or social service organization in a large complex service-oriented environment or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with HUD programs, low-income housing or multifamily housing is a plus.
Special Requirements
- May be required to work an unusual work schedule.
- Must work with the highest degree of confidentiality.
- Must be available for occasional overnight travel for training.
- Must pass employment drug screening & criminal background check.
- Possession of a valid State of North Carolina driver's license or ability to obtain such a license within the first six months of employment.
- Ability to be covered under the Housing Authority's vehicle insurance policy.
- Ability to be covered under the Housing Authority's fidelity bond.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $46,738.00 - $54,898.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
Education:
- Associate (Preferred)
Experience:
- working with the disabled/elderly population: 3 years (Required)
- personalized counseling for needs assessments: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: One location
Maintenance Mechanic II (Skilled)
Responsible for skilled maintenance of buildings, facilities, grounds, and light equipment. Performs carpentry, electrical, plumbing, welding, and general repairs in response to service requests and results of inspections of units in accordance with Uniform Physical Conditions Standards (UPCS) or other HUD required standards. Performs maintenance on mechanical equipment or machinery. All maintenance tasks are performed as assigned in accordance with appropriate level of skill and/or experience. Work is generally completed independently and a great deal of independence in judgment in resolving problems in the act of repairing buildings and apartments is exercised.
Education and Experience
High school graduate (or GED) equivalent. Must have three (3) to four (4) years' practical experience (including supplemental training) in a related field or trade. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be substituted for the requirements above provided that the experience is sufficient to meet required knowledge and abilities.
The following Certifications must be obtained within one (1) year of employment or other allowable period of hire as authorized by the Executive Director or his/her designee:
- Fair Housing
- Certified Apartment Maintenance Technician (CAMT)
- Uniform Physical Condition Standard (UPCS)
Other Requirements
- Must possess a State of North Carolina driver's license and maintain a good driving record.
- Must be able to provide emergency coverage after hours on a rotating basis. This may require the employee to carry a pager while on call.
- Must work with the highest degree of confidentiality.
- Must be available for occasional overnight travel for training.
- Must pass employment drug screening and criminal background check.
- Must be able to be covered under the Housing Authority's vehicle insurance policy.
- Must be able to be covered under the Housing Authority's fidelity bond.
Pre-Kinders Teacher Assistant
Responsible for assisting the Pre-Kinders Lead Teacher in the planning and implementing learning experiences that advance the intellectual, emotional, social and physical development of children within a safe, healthy learning environment. These tasks are to be performed at a level that supports the Agency's efforts to achieve the highest rating on HUD's evaluation systems. The duties listed below illustrate of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements regarding duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment in association with this position
Education and Experience
Two (2) years' experience in Early Childhood Development. Bachelor's Degree preferred; however, any combination of experience, education or training that would likely provide the required knowledge is qualifying.
The following Certifications must be obtained within one (1) year of employment or other allowable period of hire as authorized by the Executive Director or his/her designee:
- CPR
- First Aid
- Other licensing trainings as required by the state of NC.
Other Requirements
- Must possess a State of North Carolina driver's license and maintain a good driving record.
- Must be available for occasional overnight travel for training.
- May be required to work an unusual work schedule.
- Must pass employment drug screening and criminal background check.
- Must work with the highest degree of confidentiality.
- Ability to be covered under the Housing Authority's fidelity bond.
- Ability to be covered under the Housing Authority's vehicle insurance policy.
BHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.