Resident Services Coordinator

At Mercy Housing, we are on a mission to redefine affordable, low-income housing and create a more humane world where communities thrive, and all individuals can realize their full potential. As the largest nonprofit affordable housing provider in the nation, we build, preserve, and manage program-enriched housing across the country.

We’re seeking a dedicated Resident Services Coordinator II to join our team. This role is essential in facilitating core programs based on our program model, tracking data to measure outcomes, and connecting residents to the services they need. The ideal candidate will work closely with residents to identify human and community service needs, develop strategies to bridge gaps to service access, and cultivate community partnerships that bring resources and support to the property. This is an on-site position.

Vista Alegre is an apartment community for low-income seniors in Glendale, AZ. 

Pay: $21-23.50/hour, dependent on experience

Benefits

• Several Healthcare plans to choose from, dental (including free basic dental option) and vision  
• 15 days of earned PTO your first year, 12 company holidays + 2 floating holidays
• 403b + match 
• Early close Fridays (3 paid hours each Friday)   
• Early close prior to a holiday (3 paid hours) 
• Paid time off between Christmas and New Year's Holiday 
• Paid time off to volunteer
• Paid Parental Leave and Care Giver Leave  
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Free Employee Assistance Plan  
• Pet Insurance options

Duties

• Collect required data for designated program components and record data in the Mercy Housing database in an accurate and timely way. Maintain all reporting requirements set by funding and/or government agencies.
• Evaluate outcomes of programs and services delivered on a regular basis as required.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of residents (conduct needs assessments, community meetings, etc.) in order to be able to offer residents the opportunity to assist their community and to guide them towards appropriate services and resources.
• Participate in and/or lead activities within Mercy Housing and in collaboration with partner agencies that build professional capacity and enhance working relationships.

Minimum Qualifications of Position

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Two (2) years of experience in community development, social services, or related field.

Preferred Qualifications of Position

• Two (2) years experience working with individuals with mental health issues.
• Two (2) years working with senior and developmentally disabled populations.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
• Experience conducting community assessments, applying the principles of conflict management, and organizing community groups, events, or programs.

Knowledge and Skills

• Work collaboratively with others in a team environment, respecting the perspectives and contributions of others.
• Demonstrate a high level of verbal, writing, and listening skills.
• Proficient with MS Office (i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Maintain confidentiality and to obtain appropriate release of information as necessary.
•  Able to work with people with mental health, disability, substance abuse, legal, and financial issues.

At Mercy Housing, everyone contributes to a mission and values centered culture. We are committed to demonstrating the values of Respect, Justice and Mercy in all aspects of our daily work. At Mercy Housing, we seek applicants who are committed to racial equity