Job Description

The Office of Maine Refugee Services (OMRS) at Catholic Charities Maine in Portland is seeking a Full-Time Maine Refugee Housing Coordinator. Definition: To develop innovative long-term housing options for new ORR-eligible clients, and to identify emergency housing assistance for refugees, asylees, humanitarian parolees and other newcomer communities in the state of Maine. The OMRS Refugee Housing Coordinator (OMRS RHC) will be responsible for the identification of resources, development of innovative models, assessment of needs, negotiation for better and more housing opportunities, planning and linking to resources, monitoring, evaluation, and support of local resettlement agencies\' housing activities. The goal of this position is to coordinate and engage with a variety of stakeholders to develop affordable, safe, and healthy housing supply. This position will require driving to multiple locations as well as working in an office setting and at other sites. Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s Degree with a major in social work, business, or a related field or a minimum of a high school diploma with previous experience in real estate, property management, affordable housing, homeless services, utility administrative services or equivalent job experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of directly related experience working in the refugee services field, in a public benefits program, or in property management.
• Experience with developing housing resources and/or placing clients in housing is preferred.
• Should have a knowledge of HUD, federal, state and local laws and regulations related to housing and utilities.
• The ideal candidate will have demonstrated ability to interpret and adhere to established policies and procedures; knowledge of the field of refugee resettlement; must be able to focus on details and ensure accuracy in reporting and presenting information to high-level stakeholders; and complete internet research with a high comfort level in working with computer systems.
• Language skills in Arabic, Dari, Pashto, French or other languages are a plus.

Benefits:

• A choice of three (3) comprehensive medical plans
• Dental & Vision Insurance options
• Short- and long-term disability, life insurance (100% employer paid!)
• Six (6) weeks of Earned Time (first year!) plus an additional six (6) paid agency holidays!
• Accident & Critical Illness insurance with a paid Be-Well Benefit (optional)
• Bereavement Time off
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Mileage Reimbursement
• 401k agency contribution after 1 year employment
• Wellness reimbursement - Up to $100 per year on health and wellness purchases!
• 10% Employee discount on childcare at our Catholic Charities Child Development Centers (Portland and Biddeford)
• ADP LifeMart Employee Discount program

If making a difference is your passion, Catholic Charities Maine is a great place to be! Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled. You may submit your cover letter and resume (indicating the position title) via our website (www.ccmaine.org) or email (hroffice@ccmaine.org), fax (207-523-2789), or mail to Human Resources Office, Catholic Charities Maine P.O. Box 10660, Portland, ME 04104. Catholic Charities Maine is a United Way and Affirmative Action/EOE/Minorities/Females/Veteran/Disabled Employer. Catholic Charities Maine participates in E-Verify. For more information on E-Verify, please go to: https://www.ccmaine.org