Rent Bank Case Manager - New Westminster, Canada - Purpose Society

Purpose Society
Purpose Society
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New Westminster, Canada

4 weeks ago

Sophia Lee

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Full time
Description

Wage:
Based on Experience


Location: 40 Begbie Street, New Westminster (primarily) and other Purpose Rent Bank locations as required


Hours: 35 hours per week - Business Hours - Monday to Friday


Overview

Core Duties:


  • Addresses inquiries related to the Purpose Society Rent Bank Program for their community.
  • Assesses whether people making inquiries meet the qualifications for a loan or a grant.
  • Reviews Pre-Assessment Forms and contacts all applicants for follow up.
  • Provides appropriate referrals to other services provided by Purpose Society or within the local community such as: financial, legal, housing, health/nutritional and income supports.
  • Liaises with the Ministry of Social Development & Poverty Reduction staff BC Rent Bank where needed.
  • Provides an explanation of the Loan Application process and provides Loan Application packages to eligible applicants.
  • Determines what supporting documentation is required with each Loan Application.
  • Reviews submitted Loan Application packages and conducts follow up with the applicant/s, landlords, employers, and other service providers, when needed.
  • Determines if the applicant is best supported by a loan, grant or a combination of a loan and a grant.
  • Meets once a week with the Loan Review Committee to present completed Loan and Grant Applications for review by the Loan Review Committee.
  • Advises loan applicants of the determination of the Loan Review Committee. Where appropriate provides them with referrals to other services.
  • When the Loan Review Committee has approved a loan, negotiates loan terms with the applicant.
  • Meets with successful applicants to provide the loan funds as well as to review and sign loan terms.
  • Processes loan payment deferments and follows up on missed loan payments.
  • Maintains program statistics, reports, loan payments and case management information in an accurate and timely manner.
  • Identifies market rental housing trends.
  • Attends BC Rent Bank meetings, training and seminars as required.

Additional Duties:


  • Explores different funding opportunities through direct asks to developers, donors, private companies, and other relevant agencies.
  • Liases with City of New Westminster and BC Rent Bank staff where appropriate.
  • Participates in BC Rent Bank working groups where appropriate.
  • Attends relevant meetings and conferences with a focus on housing issues.
  • Maintains program forms and marketing materials, as needed.

Qualifications:


  • A 4 year degree from a recognized postsecondary institution in Social Work, Human Services, Finance, or other related programs is required.
  • Experience working in a Rent Bank Program is required. Extensive experience in a related field may also be considered.
  • Experience providing services for atrisk and/or marginalized populations is required.
  • Experience in a nonprofit organization is preferred.
  • Ability to function effectively in difficult and/or crisis situations is required.
  • Knowledge of local resources is an asset.
  • Clear criminal records check.
  • Must be willing and able to work at various Purpose Society Rent Bank Program locations as required.
  • Must have a clear driving record.

Attention:
Bruce Foster, Rent Bank Program Coordinator
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