Housing Stability and Asset Development Specialist

Tri-CAP is looking for a passionate, energetic, committed individual to work primarily at our housing support office in Big Lake, MN. The individual will work with clients primarily in our housing and asset development programs providing case management, support services, housing search, budgeting, family support, landlord-tenant education, etc.

Primary Responsibilities include:

• Build trusting relationships and provide holistic, strength-based services (assessment, identification of strengths and barriers, goal setting, follow up) to clients; provide referrals, advocacy, financial coaching and training to those enrolled in a variety of Family Resources programs and services.


• Provide education and resources to assist clients in meeting their goals, including financial literacy, pre-employment skills, life skills, landlord-tenant rights, asset development, etc. both individually and in group settings.


• Build strong relationships with community partners- human service agencies, landlords, advisory boards, etc. to conduct outreach, enhance resources and advocacy efforts for people in poverty.


• Recruit potential clients through community outreach and relationship building.


• Assist in program reporting requirements through data entry and assist with grant writing activities.

Starting wage range for this full-time position is $20.64 - $24.25 per hour

Benefits include: paid holidays, PTO, health/dental/life insurance, employee assistance and 403b retirement savings match. We also invest in employee wellness and professional development!

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in social work or related field and one year of career / life experience OR combination of five (5) years' career/ life experience and education.


• Skills in case management including financial coaching- budgeting and credit repair.


• Ability to work well in a team setting as well as individually, with very little supervision.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including networking and public speaking/presentation skills.


• Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize and problem-solve effectively.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and agency software programs.


• Able to identify and relate to the barriers that prevent low-income persons from becoming self-sufficient.


• Experience in coordinated entry, housing programs, employment plans, financial literacy, preferred.


• Must be able to pass DHS Background Study.


• Ability to travel frequently throughout the service area.


• Somali or Spanish Language bi-lingual preferred.

To Apply:

Applications can be submitted online through our website: www.tricap.org OR you can contact us for application materials by phone: 320-251-1612 or email: [email protected]. Applications are due by Friday, August 28, 2026.