Current Employment Opportunities

The Planning Council is seeking to establish a strong applicant pool for anticipated program growth and development.  Required areas of education and experience are urban affairs, community planning, statistical analysis, homeless prevention, early childhood development, and crisis intervention.  Individuals holding at least an undergraduate degree and who have related experience in these target areas are being sought.  Individuals who wish to be considered should submit a resume and cover letter to cpowell@theplanningcouncil.org.

We apologize in advance for being unable to respond to telephone inquiries.  Individuals submitting credentials demonstrating appropriate backgrounds will be contacted as positions become available. 

(Updated 6/9/08)

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POSITION:                  Child Care Eligibility Worker

CLOSING DATE:        Application Review Will Begin April 9, 2008                                                     and Continue Until the Position is Filled

SALARY:                     $27,000/annually plus benefits

SUMMARY JOB DESCRIPTION:

Position will have responsibilities that consist of managing a caseload and assessing child care needs of applicants for social services programs.  Interpret and explain regulations and processes governing eligibility, method of payment, and legal rights of applicants.  Coordinates vendor database with staff.

REQUIREMENTS:  Bachelors Degree (B.A.) with concentration in the area of social work, psychology, sociology or related major.  Possess ability to relate well to individuals of diverse racial, ethnic, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds and of varying abilities. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) and the ability to use specialized database management systems in a Windows environment; case management skills.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:  Full-time position located at the Norfolk Department of Social Services site.  Work hours:  Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Submit resume and cover letter to Cynthia Powell, Department of Human Resources.
Email:  cpowell@theplanningcouncil.org
Fax: (757) 622-4223
Mail:  The Planning Council
Attn:  Human Resources
130 W. Plume Street
Norfolk VA  23510

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POSITION: PARENT INTERVIEWER

CLOSING DATE:    Screening will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled

SALARY:                  $23,000 w/benefits

JOB DESCRIPTION:  Interview applicants or recipients for Department of Social Services’ day care programs and provide ongoing case management.   Interpret and explain rules and regulations governing placement, methods of payment, authorization and legal rights to applicant or recipient.

REQUIREMENTS:  Bachelors Degree (B.A.) with concentration in the area of social work, psychology, or sociology preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.  Possess ability to relate well to individuals of diverse racial, ethnic, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds and of varying abilities.  Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) and database management systems in a Windows environment.
 
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:  This is a full-time position located at the Portsmouth Department of Social Services site.  Work hours are 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

For consideration, submit cover letter and resume to:
Cynthia Powell, Department of Human Resources
Email:  cpowell@theplanningcouncil.org
Fax:  622-4223

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POSITION:                   Continuum of Care Coordinator (Homeless Services)

CLOSING DATE:        Consideration of applications will begin June 9, 2008 and continue until the position is filled

SALARY:                      $33,000 annually w/benefits

SUMMARY JOB DESCRIPTION: Facilitate the Continuum of Care process for community agencies and individuals of the Greater Virginia Peninsula Continuum of Care Council’s Taskforce on Homelessness, including the coordination and submission of a federal application to the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.  Serve as staff person for the Taskforce on Homelessness including coordination of monthly meetings, subcommittee meetings, information exchanges, and training events.  Provide ongoing needs assessment and data analysis of the homeless delivery system, including data collection and reporting, provide support and technical assistance to users of the Homeless Management Information System.

REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from a four-year college or university in Public Administration, Urban Planning, Human Services, or related field.  Excellent oral and written communications skills, with experience speaking before groups. Demonstrated ability to conduct needs assessments, and analyze and assess data. Excellent database management skills.  Ability to organize and coordinate group activities for multiple entities. Ability to interpret and implement policies, procedures, and regulations.

Submit resume and cover letter to Cynthia Powell, Department of Human Resources.
Email:  cpowell@theplanningcouncil.org
Fax: (757) 622-4223
Mail:  The Planning Council
Attn:  Human Resources
130 W. Plume Street
Norfolk VA  23510