This classification has been designated as a non-classified, non-merit system, at-will, grant-funded position.

A Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS) Specialist plans and coordinates activities necessary to operate and administer the FSS Program for the Community Services Housing Division, and acts as a case manager providing information, referrals, support, and resources to assist housing voucher participants that choose to become economically self-sufficient. Responsibilities include: determining eligibility and qualifying participants for the FSS Program; providing information regarding the FSS Program; recruiting and processing new enrollments by maintaining a waiting list; conducting briefings; explaining contracts; and assisting with the development of participant goals. Social work activities include: monitoring progress of participants; counseling program participants and potential participants regarding goals, objectives, credit, homeownership, schooling or training programs, child care programs, and additional supportive services; and seeking and maintaining community supportive services with community organizations, service agencies, and/or charitable groups to provide information on needed resources such as education, transportation, employment, child care, homeownership, financial counseling, etc. Fiscal activities involve computing and tracking FSS escrow account credits and preparing disbursement requests. Other responsibilities include coordinating and planning special events such as conferences, workshops, and graduation ceremonies; developing marketing materials including newsletters, brochures, flyers, etc.; creating and maintaining database to track program information; and performing related duties as required.

Supervision is received from a Housing Supervisor who reviews work through meetings, conferences, and reports concerning timeliness of recertification activities, problems encountered with FSS participants, potential FSS participants, social service agencies, community referrals, other housing agencies, and overall results achieved. This class is FLSA exempt-administrative.

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Employee Values: All employees of the City of Mesa are expected to uphold and exhibit the City’s shared employee values of Knowledge, Respect, and Integrity.

Minimum Qualifications Required. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related human service field. Good (1 - 3 years) experience in social work case management and counseling with low-income clients of diverse backgrounds in an assisted housing environment.

Special Requirement. Must possess a valid Class D Arizona Driver's License by hire date.

Preferred/Desirable Qualifications. Experience in special housing programs, self-sufficiency programs, or Housing Choice Voucher Program is highly desirable.