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Stabilization Advisor Job Location - Springfield, MA Remote Type - Hybrid Position Type - Full-time Salary Range - \$18.75 - \$21.75 Hourly At Way Finders, we are passionately invested in lifting up the region?s people, places, and systems. Though our team performs a wide variety of functions, we are united by our shared mission: to build and advocate for a thriving and equitable region; to improve the stability and economic mobility of families and individuals; and to develop and manage a robust range of safe, affordable housing options. Interested in joining our team of dedicated professionals? Way Finders is currently seeking a full-time Stabilization Advisor. The Stabilization Advisor supports our mission by providing focused assistance to families with education and community referrals in the following areas over a prescribed lifespan: financial stability; education for children and adults; employment; housing; and health and wellbeing. The candidate may work in a hybrid-remote capacity but must live within commutable distance. Responsibilities include: Assist families with education & community referrals in the following areas over the course of 2-3 years: financial stability, education for children and adults, employment, housing, health & wellbeing Design achievable housing stabilization goals through thorough assessments of client housing needs Provide support through proactive referrals that address rehousing barriers; ensure shelter and tenancy documentation is accurate and entered according to deadlines; provide connections for key medical supports; assist with enrollment to federal and state entitlement programs, including securing releases Review self-sufficiency plans to develop and implement goals that maximize success during duration of the program (up to 3 years) Assist in housing search to obtain permanent housing placement, coordinating resources and services to support clients in their transition; Educate and assist clients on: financial literacy and obtaining needed resources; fair housing and tenancy rights Maintain and complete case files in a timely manner including measuring progress in achieving goals, and to identify service gaps Conduct regular home visits and in-person meetings to monitor family progress. Develop and maintain connections with internal and external partners that work to support families with rehousing and the mitigation of rehousing barriers Establish and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with internal staff (including across departments), owners, landlords, community groups, constituents, and stakeholders Collect and share information on available stabilization services and resources; develop understanding and support with parent(s) to ensure the medical/mental health and educational needs of children are addressed in a timely and appropriate manner Requirements include: 2 years\' equivalent experience in housing, social services, or a related role; a combination of experience plus a high school diploma (or equivalent) may be a substitute Preference for experience with conducting housing searches, or other detailed information-based internet searches Bilingual (English/Spanish) verbal and written skills preferred, but not required Demonstrated ability with Microsoft Office, database systems, and comfort learning new technologies Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to work with diverse populations Excellent organizational skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention-to-detail, plus the ability to reprioritize Ability to lead effective trainings, individual and group-based Valid driver\'s license and acceptable driving record; reliable vehicle CORI/SORI Wage starts between \$18.75 and \$21.75 per hour depending on equivalent qualifications. Interested applicants must submit a resume and cover letter.