- Company: Housing Authority of Kansas City MO
- Location: Kansas City, Missouri
- Salary: $58,000–$74,000/yr
Housing Authority of Kansas City MO at a glance
Federal funding recipient: largest known award $30.0M from the Department of Housing and Urban Development — via USAspending.gov
Demolition and revitalization of severely distressed public housing
FAMILY SELF-SUFFICIENCY SPECIALIST — Housing Authority of Kansas City MO, Kansas City, Missouri
What This Role Involves
The Family Self-Sufficiency Specialist at the Housing Authority of Kansas City MO plays a pivotal role in supporting residents to achieve economic stability and long-term housing success. The position involves recruiting and enrolling participants, conducting needs assessments, and developing individualized service plans focused on employment, education, and financial empowerment.
Responsibilities
- Recruit and enroll eligible families into the Family Self-Sufficiency program
- Conduct comprehensive needs assessments to understand participant requirements
- Create tailored service plans that address employment, educational, and financial goals
- Connect participants with community resources for additional support
- Evaluate progress and adjust service plans as necessary
- Maintain accurate records and documentation of all activities
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in social work, public administration, or a related field
- Experience working with low-income families and individuals preferred
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Aptitude for developing and implementing service plans
- Familiarity with community resources and services is beneficial
Why Join Housing Authority of Kansas City MO
Joining the Housing Authority of Kansas City MO means being part of an organization dedicated to improving the lives of residents through comprehensive support and empowerment. We offer a collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a commitment to making a positive impact in our community.
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Missouri is a landlocked state in the Midwestern region of the United States. Ranking 21st in land area, it borders Iowa to the north, Illinois, Kentucky and Tennessee to the east, Arkansas to the south and Oklahoma, Kansas, and Nebraska to the west. With over six million residents, it is the 19th-most populous state of the country. The largest urban areas are St. Louis, Kansas City, Springfield,
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National unemployment rate in US: 4.2% — via World Bank
Private-sector wage growth (year over year): 3.1% — via FRED
National quits rate: 1.9% — via FRED (BLS JOLTS)
Weekly initial unemployment claims: 197,000 — via FRED
GDP per capita in US: $90,027 — via World Bank
Consumer price inflation in US: 2.9% (annual) — via World Bank
Real GDP growth in US: 2.2% (annual) — via World Bank
Average hours worked per year in US: 1,800 — via OECD
Cost of living in Missouri: 9.2% below the national average — via BEA
Minimum wage in Missouri: $15.00/hr — via FRED
Real GDP per capita in Missouri: $57,087 — via FRED
Home prices in Missouri (year over year): +4.4% — via FRED
Median household income in Jackson County: $67,178 — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Average commute time in Jackson County: 23 min — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Most common commute in Jackson County: Drove Alone (73%) — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Households with home internet in Jackson County: 91% — via US Census ACS / Data USA
Nearby history: Inter-State Building, listed 2008 (22m away) — via National Register of Historic Places
Walkability: Most walkable — via EPA National Walkability Index
Typical rent nearby: $1,197/mo · $1,358/mo — via HUD Fair Market Rents
- Elevation 292m (958 ft)
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- Role Family Self-Sufficiency Specialist
- Employer Housing Authority of Kansas City MO
- Location Kansas City, Missouri
- Type Full Time
- Pay (from listing) $58,000–$74,000/yr
- Posted August 2, 2026
- Apply by September 2, 2026
- Country United States
- Overview Full job description on this page (266 words)
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