Case Manager - Homeownership

CAPECO is a diverse group of people who are committed creating a thriving community by providing education, resources, and services dedicated to eliminating poverty and contributing to the success of our community members. We hire people from all walks of life not because we must, but because we know it makes us stronger. If you share our passion for community, then we would love to meet you! Position: HOMEOWNERSHIP CASE MANAGER Supervised by: Program Manager & Director of Programs Department: Housing Stability Classification: Regular Full Time Position Status: Non-Exempt Location: Pendleton or Hermiston office Starting Salary: $4,218/Month Benefits: Health, Dental, RX, Vision, FSA, Life Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation, Sick and Holidays POSITION OVERVIEW: The responsibilities of the Homeownership Case Manager are to provide comprehensive counseling services to families and/or individuals who need pre-purchase, post-purchase, default and foreclosure counseling. Budget and credit counseling will also be provided. Create new curriculum and facilitate various workshops on homebuyer education and financial literacy. Prepare for and attend dispute resolution conferences between homeowners and their lender with the goal of avoiding foreclosure. Conduct program outreach. Obtain and maintain required certification. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all the following essential functions. These examples do not include all the duties which the employee may be expected to perform. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. Provide one-on-one extensive counseling sessions for action plans, budget development, debt management, review of credit report, emergency savings funds that promote the client�s best interest and choice in their effort towards homeownership, home retention or self sufficiency Create new curriculum and facilitate homebuyer education and financial literacy workshops Attend resolution conferences as a mediator between homeowners and their lender and advocate on behalf on of the homeowner with the goal of avoiding foreclosure. Monitor client caseload which includes conducting follow ups with clients to determine if they are progressing towards their goals Manage a rental subsidy caseload as assigned, based on program demands and current workload Ensure that all communications with clients, lenders, etc. are documented in the client file Ensure all client files are complete with all required documentation in compliance with funders requirements and securely stored Enter client data into various data systems Build relationships with lenders, realtors, and community partners to learn about the services they offer and advocate for the provision of said services to program clients with the goal of addressing all needs in a holistic manner Conduct program outreach to meet grant requirements Attend community meetings as they pertain to poverty, housing, and homelessness. Participate training to obtain and maintain required certifications Periodically, employees may be required to work evenings, weekends or as business needs dictate Occasionally you will have out of town or overnight travel, working before, or after regular business hours. Travel may require the use of a personal vehicle. Mileage for the business-related use of your personal vehicle will be reimbursed at the standard mileage rate as published by the U.S. Internal Revenue Service Performs other duties as assigned REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable indiv…