Employment

Energy Assistance Intake Specialist (FT or PT)

The Energy Assistance Intake Specialist will work as an integral part of the Energy Assistance team by working directly with clients to obtain necessary documentation for participation in the program, accurately entering data from applications received, maintaining accurate record keeping, documentation and client tracking, along with other related duties essential to the effective delivery of services. Once approved you would work directly with utility vendors and customers to resolve shutoffs and establish payment plans.

You would also be responsible for understanding customer needs and delivering a high level of customer support and service, including keeping updated on agency and county-wide services to refer clients to other services to help with their needs.

This position will work August 2024 through May/June 2025.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• 2 years of educational training or experience in housing services, energy programs, or community service programs preferred.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to relate in a courteous and professional manner, displaying sensitivity and caring attitude toward income qualified participants.
• Knowledge of and ability to work with other agencies/organizations in the area of energy conservation and assistance programs to effectively coordinate services.
• Ability to maintain records, prepare written documents and other materials both hard copies and electronically.
• Demonstrate an attention to detail.
• Ability to use a computer, Microsoft Office, and data entry software.

WCCA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.50 per hour

Benefits:

• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

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Foreclosure Prevention Counselor (Part-time)

Education and Experience:

Foreclosure Prevention Counselor will assist with the on-going planning, implementation, adjustment, tracking and operation of various Foreclosure Counseling and related housing programs, including, but not limited to, Foreclosure Prevention and Assistance Program, Foreclosure Mitigation Counseling Programs, and other projects/activities that are undertaken to address financial problems experienced by home buyers and owners.

Education and Experience:

• An associate’s degree or related occupational degree or certification with related education, training, or experience in family financial management, foreclosure prevention, lending, housing, or a related interdisciplinary field.
• Knowledge of real estate and causes of homelessness is preferred .
• Recent work experience or training in foreclosure prevention, lending, knowledge of real estate, and/or economic assistance programs.
• Knowledge of and ability to work with other agencies/organizations in the scope of mortgage foreclosure prevention, financial assistance, housing, and others as needed to effectively coordinate programming and client services.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Must possess strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• The ability to manage a caseload of incoming and on-going clients simultaneously, as well as the ability to maintain accurate and uniform records of those clients.
• Ability to relate in a courteous and professional manner, displaying sensitivity and caring attitude toward all housing participants.
• Must become certified as required to advising foreclosure processes.
• Demonstrate an attention to detail.
• Must demonstrate the ability to use a computer and data entry software.
• Must have access to reliable transportation and a current driver’s license.
• Must attend job related training and regular day and night meetings

WCCA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 hours per week

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Aging Services Advocate (Full-time)

Job Summary:

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Aging Services Advocate to join our team. As an Aging Services Advocate, you will provide resources and assistance to the residents of Creekside Manor to enhance their ability to maintain independent living and reduce social isolation. You will also provide support and resources to caregivers of Wright County’s older adults . The ideal candidate will have a strong background in social services and a genuine desire to make a positive impact on the community.

Job Functions and Responsibilities:
Tenant Service Coordinator at Creekside Manor in Buffalo: (Approximately 20 hours/week)

• Conduct initial needs assessments and develop self-sufficiency plans in collaboration with the residents.
• Assist residents in developing skills and accessing resources needed to meet the goals in their self-sufficiency plan. (i.e. Independent living skills, safety, harm reduction strategies, financial management, health, transportation, WCCA programs, mental health, chemical health, etc.)
• Evaluate and update the self-sufficiency plan as needed.
• Assist residents to understand their rights and responsibilities under the tenant lease.
• Provide crisis intervention as needed.

Caregiver Education and Outreach: (Approximately 20 hours/week)

• Correctly and efficiently enter data into tracking system, review for accuracy, and purge files to eliminate duplication.
• Provide information to caregivers about resources available in the community.
• Build partnerships with local organizations that serve older adults and their caregivers.
• Attend local events to educate and raise awareness about Caregiver Services.
• Develop marketing materials for Caregiver Services at WCCA.
• Conduct Intake with Caregivers and their loved ones for homemaker services.
• Other duties as assigned.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of those we serve and contribute to the betterment of our community. Our organization is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $22.00 per hour

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

To complete and submit an application click “Apply”.

Head Start Teacher

Opening in Montrose

Wright County Community Action (WCCA) is seeking a Teacher to join our Head Start team in Montrose who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families. You will be responsible for planning and implementing engaging curriculum that promotes the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development. This position works 40 hours per week during the school year.

The WCCA Head Start program provides free learning and development opportunities for eligible families and their children ages 3-5 with services that promote school readiness and parent engagement, while also helping families connect to a larger community network. Through community based child and family development programming, we provide a variety of learning experiences to help children develop socially, intellectually, physically, and emotionally. Activities focus on developing language, literacy, creativity, math and science skills, social function and more. Students and families enrolled in Head Start also receive health, dental, and nutrition services, and community resources and referrals. Head Start provides services to all children, including those with special health, developmental or nutritional needs.

This position works full-time during the school year only with benefits being available year-round for contracted staff.

Required Education and Experience:

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education, or equivalent coursework.
• Classroom experience as an Early Childhood Educator.
• Experience within a Head Start classroom is preferred
• Must meet State Licensing requirements for First Aid and CPR certification, Child Passenger Safety training, physical examination, and pass a MN DHS required background study.
• Experience and ability to work with Spanish speaking parents and children preferred.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to relate to and work with staff and parents.
• Physically able to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Access to reliable transportation.
• Ability to utilize and operate computers in child activities.
• Must be able to act as bus monitor.

WCCA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Pay: Starting at $33,569.52 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

To complete and submit an application click “Apply”.

Head Start Substitute Teacher

Substitute Teachers implement daily activities for enrolled families and children and assist staff with daily center-based operations. Substitutes work at our Head Start Centers, located in: Annandale, Buffalo, Delano, Howard Lake, Monticello, Mound, Rogers, and Montrose.

Pay: $18.69 – $24.71/hr

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Head Start Substitute Assistant Teacher

Substitute Assistant Teachers assist the Head Teacher with planning and daily implementation of the Head Start center-based activities for low-income families and children.

Substitutes work at our Head Start Centers, located in: Annandale, Buffalo, Delano, Howard Lake, Monticello, Mound, Rogers, and Montrose.

Pay: $18.69 – $24.71/hr

To complete and submit an application click “Apply”.