Social services specialist Jobs in Atlanta, GA

Job Description

Job Description

Are you an experienced Social Services Coordinator ready to join our fantastic team of professionals? MMS Group is on the hunt for someone like YOU! Our Social Services Coordinators are responsible for providing information and referrals that focus on housing success, crisis intervention, employment, education, and health safety to the residents. This position will assist with program outreach and marking materials and coordinate special events.

MMS Group is seeking an experienced Social Services Coordinator for a 112-unit residential property located in Atlanta, GA.

Key Responsibilities :

Resident Support : Orient new residents and assist with accessing rent / utility assistance, case management services, and other connections to resources needed to prevent notices and evictions.

Network : Develop and maintain relationships with agencies working with low-income, elderly and / or disabled individuals. Work closely with local supportive service providers in assisting residents to obtain income through employment, SSI, or SSD.

Resourceful : Maintain information on relevant referral resources. Produce community resource documents to promote community access.

Coordinate : plan, organize, and conduct social, educational, artistic, and other community-based activities for residents.

Additional Duties : Perform other duties as outlined in the job description.

Desired Skills :

Cultural Sensitivity : Ability to work professionally with diverse ethnic and low-income families

Confidentiality : Ability to maintain the confidentiality of tenants

Organizational Skills : Ability to work independently, organize tasks, manage time, and prioritize projects.

Communication : Excellent listening and communication skills

Requirements :

Experience : Minimum 2 years of community organizing or social work

Education : Bachelor’s degree, preferred.

Knowledge : Human service planning, sexual and domestic violence, and low-income

Computer Skills : Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

About Us :

For fifty years, MMS Group and its affiliates (Arco Management and TUC Management) have been dedicated to quality property management. Our growing portfolio exceeds 40,000 residential units and includes affordable housing cooperatives, subsidized rental properties, supportive housing, and conventional apartment buildings. Our clients include progressive building owners, governmental agencies, real estate entrepreneurs, financiers, not-for-profit organizations, and cooperative and condominium boards. While each community and client are unique, each share our singular commitment to excellence.

Why join our Team?

We invite you to join our growing team of dedicated professionals in a high-tech environment. We offer competitive salaries, benefits, and opportunities for growth and advancement through continuous training and education programs. Contact us today to see how you can achieve your MMS Edge.

Perks and Benefits :

MMS Group believes in a healthy work-life balance. Keeping our employees in mind, here is a list of a few benefits we offer :

Paid Holidays : 12 paid holidays per year.

Paid Time-Off : Up to 2 weeks PTO in the first year, increasing with tenure.

Healthcare Plans : Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans are available after 60 days of employment.

Health Reimbursement Account : Up to $3K per calendar year.

Life Insurance : Company-paid life insurance.

Retirement Savings : Company-matched 401(k) retirement savings plan.

Certifications and Licensing : Company-paid certifications and licensing.

And much more!

Are you the person we’re looking for? Apply now. Visit us at www.mmsgroup.com for more details!

Equal Opportunity Employer