Coalition Coordinator

Job Title: Coalition Coordinator

Reports to: Program Administrator

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Prepared by: Executive Director

Approved by: Board of Directors

SUMMARY

This position assists with various administrative duties for West Texas Homeless Network operations. Responsibilities may include assisting with community partner relations, data entry, coordination of operations to include administrative assistance to the local homeless coalition. This position calls for flexibility, excellent interpersonal skills, maintaining a maximum level of confidentiality, and project coordination. This position requires the ability to collaborate with all levels of internal management including other staff, Board of Directors of Abilene Hope Haven, as well as external management of West Texas Homeless Network and its’ stakeholders.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING

▪ Maintains confidentiality and other responsibilities listed in governmental laws and regulations, as well as Abilene Hope Haven policies and procedures.

▪ Exhibits a professional, knowledgeable, effective and positive community image.

▪ Functions within budget projections and follows the policies and procedures to access funding as outlined by West Texas Homeless Network.

▪ Coordinates professionally with other staff to achieve quality service delivery.

▪ Possesses knowledge of available client resources and assists neighbors as needed.

▪ Assist with coordinating communications, meetings, events and implementation of objectives as needed by West Texas Homeless Network.

▪ Serve as a central point of contact to churches, nonprofits, local government, media, grantees, and other stakeholders related to coordinated entry and West Texas Homeless Network.

▪ Coordinate the execution of West Texas Homeless Network’s Strategic Plan, to include projects that prioritize cross sector and cross committee collaboration within its’ membership work groups and committees, business leaders, local government, and community partners.

▪ Must be fluent in the Coordinated Entry system and local homeless services; must be able to accurately describe the services to individuals who are experiencing homelessness, as well as community partners.

▪ Engage with neighbors experiencing homelessness to assess needs and represent West Texas Homeless Network to include obtaining and maintaining a license for the Coordinated Entry System through the Homeless Management Information System.

▪ Requires strong computer navigation skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, database entry, etc.), internet research skills, and phone etiquette.

▪ Demonstrates knowledge of funding sources and program outcome requirements for West Texas Homeless Network.

▪ Operates with reasonable judgement and with the oversight from the Executive Director, Program Administrator, and West Texas Homeless Network Executive Committee with independence established for the position.

▪ Maintain a maximum level of confidentiality in relation to all sensitive information.

▪ Supports neighbors and co-workers by being trauma-informed, recovery oriented, and solid understanding of holistic wellness efforts.

▪ Perform all other duties as assigned by the Executive Director, Program Administrator, and/or West Texas Homeless Network Executive Committee.

EDUCATION, LICENSURE AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's or advanced degree from an accredited college or university; or an associate degree in a social, behavioral, human service, or health-related field including, psychology, social work, medicine, nursing, rehabilitation, counseling, sociology, human development, gerontology, educational psychology, education, and/or criminal justice.

Proven experience in administrative skills with at least one (1) to three (3) years of experience. Exceptional skills in communication, both written and verbal.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Valid driver's license.

Must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test.

Must submit to and pass random drug tests during employment.

Must successfully pass all background screens as required by the state.

Must be 21 years of age or older

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Other physical requirements specific to this job:

Occasionally required to lift/carry up to 50 lbs.

Occasionally required to push/pull up to 50 lbs.

Occasionally required to climb stairs.

Occasionally required to bend, stoop, crouch or required to stand from a kneeling position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Abilene Hope Haven, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person