Resident Services Coordinator

Resident Services CoordinatorSchochet is currently seeking a Resident Services Coordinator for two apartment communities in Rhode Island.Do you want to make a difference in the lives of seniors and families in affordable/low-income housing? Can you work one-on-one with our residents to identify needs and coordinate services? Does developing relationships with community partners to bring in programs and resources that educate and engage sound exciting? Do you want to help plan events that build community and promote well-being? We have an incredible job opportunity for you!We are currently accepting resumes for a Resident Services Coordinator for multiple apartment communities of independent living located in North Kingstown and Newport, Rhode Island.Duties/Skills include but are not limited to:The RSC works as a team alongside the resident services staff, property management team, residents, volunteers, and community partners.Connecting our residents to services is a primary duty of the RSC. This includes assessments, intake, and referrals to service providers in the general community. Examples of service topics include home management support, financial assistance, mental health, access to public benefits, and food assistance.As a member of the property management team, the RSC follows up on referrals from other staff regarding resident issues and concerns. Staff referrals to the RSC often focus on challenges related to aging in place, support for maintaining housing, conflict resolution, communication, and emergency support.The RSC establishes on-site wellness programs and events through relationships with community partners and/or by utilizing the RSC programming budget. Topics can range from celebrations that prevent isolation and build community to lectures on health and general well-being, such as fraud prevention or computer classes.Team player with a BS in Social Work or related field required. Experience with senior citizens and people with disabilities is required. Must have a valid driver's license and own transportation to travel between properties, attend meetings and conferences when needed. Your schedule will be three days in North Kingstown and two days in Newport.Come join our team that offers over 50 years of encouraging growth and employee retention! Schochet offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, 401k and more available on your first day. All new employees accrue three weeks of vacation per year, 12 paid holidays, five sick days, three personal days per year and many other great perks.