Metropolitan Ministries, Inc. jobs

Description: About Us: - If you're looking for an opportunity to transform the lives of poor and homeless men, women, and children in your community, we may have a job for you. - Since 1972, Metropolitan Ministries has been providing life-changing solutions for those who are homeless and at risk of becoming homeless in Tampa Bay. - We are a grassroots, donor, and volunteer-fueled community nonprofit. At Metropolitan Ministries, we serve families in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Polk and Hernando counties with compassion, practical help, and a willingness to make a huge difference. What we offer: Salary: $62,000 - $65,000 Group health, vision, and dental coverage at affordable rates, along with family coverage if you choose to purchase it. Preventative care is 100% covered (free) on all plans. PTO is offered to full-time and part-time employees. 11 days of PTO and 10 paid holidays annually. Option to participate in the 401K plan with employer match. $15,000 in employee Life Insurance paid for by Metropolitan Ministries. Employee Assistance Program Option to participate in supplemental group insurance plans at affordable rates. Tuition reimbursement program Training and career development. Discounted membership at the YMCA. Job Functions: The Staff Accountant, Grants and Contracts will work closely with the finance team to manage grant funding and ensure compliance with grant requirements. They will be responsible for executing financial tasks related to grants, including budget review, monitoring, and reporting. Essential Responsibilities: - Prepare financial reports and invoices with required back up documentation for submission to grantors, ensuring compliance with grantor guidelines and timelines. - Monitor grant budgets, expenditures, and projections to ensure funds are utilized in accordance with grant agreements and federal regulations. - Be the primary fiscal contact for sub-recipients and funders. - Monitor coding for designated funds and ensure that the Finance Team has regular updates to designated funds. - Analyze grant agreements to understand specific grant requirements, financial reporting, and budget restrictions, and ensure compliance with contract conditions and assurances. - Ensure reporting requirements are met. - Reconcile grant-related accounts, identifying discrepancies and making the necessary adjustments to maintain accurate financial records. - Provide and/or review proposed grant budgets as requested. - Compile year-end reports, work papers and back-up needed for various designated fund audits. - Ensure validity and accuracy for payroll allocations to ensure payroll is allocated as stipulated in grant agreements and to ensure individual staff are not overallocated. - Prepare grant financial reports for key personnel as needed. - Coordinate with the Grant Manager and program staff to ensure transactions are properly recorded and agree to the grant/contract agreement, while also ensuring sub-recipient/subcontract financial activities adhere to deliverable deadlines. - Applies indirect costs. - Support the Holiday Center Operation as directed. - Support the team in other tasks as assigned. - Meets personal goals and actively contributes to the achievement of team and organizational targets/goals as reflected on the KPI, strategic plan, and department SMART goals. Requirements: Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance required with at least 2-5 years of experience working with Grants and fund accounting. Skills Requirements: Excellent oral and written communication skills. Must be able to communicate effectively in English. Computer literate with a working knowledge of general ledger and accounting systems, as well as web-based research tools. Expert proficiency in Microsoft Office required. Works well under pressure and meets deadlines. Superior analytical skills with above-average MS Excel Skills required. Demonstrate capacity to judge and manage numerous projects simultaneously. Proven ability to be a team player, self-starter and motivated in performing duties and responsibilities of the job and goals of the Finance Department. Flexibility, willingness, and ability to respond to a rapidly changing environment. Physical Requirements: Hearing and speaking ability which allows for effective oral communication of information; physical, emotional, and spiritual stamina to handle job-related issues and stress. Other: Must demonstrate legal authorization to work in the United States. Must pass applicable pre-employment background screening procedures. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving individuals throughout our local communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. Metropolitan Ministries is committed to offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at or via email at Compensation details: 0 Yearly Salary PI7aa5-

Description: About Us: - If you're looking for an opportunity to transform the lives of poor and homeless men, women, and children in your community, we may have a job for you. - Since 1972, Metropolitan Ministries has been providing life-changing solutions for those who are homeless and at risk of becoming homeless in Tampa Bay. - We are a grassroots, donor, and volunteer-fueled community nonprofit. At Metropolitan Ministries, we serve families in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Polk and Hernando counties with compassion, practical help, and a willingness to make a huge difference. What we offer: Salary: $41,000.00 - $44,000.00 Group health, vision, and dental coverage at affordable rates, along with family coverage if you choose to purchase it. Preventative care is 100% covered (free) on all plans. PTO is offered to full-time and part-time employees. 11 days of PTO and 10 paid holidays annually. Option to participate in the 401K plan with employer match. $15,000 in employee Life Insurance paid for by Metropolitan Ministries. Employee Assistance Program Option to participate in supplemental group insurance plans at affordable rates. Tuition reimbursement program Training and career development. Discounted membership at the YMCA. Job Functions: According to the mission and vision of Metropolitan Ministries, the BrigAIDe Community Outreach Navigator works within Metropolitan Ministries' Outreach Team to build relationships with individuals experiencing homelessness to provide services, support, guidance, and assist by connecting individuals experiencing homelessness with resources and linkages housing. The BrigAIDe Community Outreach Navigator is responsible for identifying unsheltered homeless individuals through canvasing, referrals from Community Partners, and direct street outreach activities. Conduct housing assessments and monitor client enrollment and eligibility through monthly engagements. Essential Responsibilities: - Responsible for providing services that will assist with reducing barriers to housing, identifying housing resources and reduce the time the most vulnerable clients remain homeless. - Provide and offer wraparound services in-person, telephonically, virtually, and at mobile sites. - Assist clients experiencing homelessness with accessing resources and making referrals; continue to engage with unsheltered individuals until shelter or permanent housing is obtained. - Enroll eligible clients in the supportive housing program known as Coordinated Entry (CE). - Maintain an ongoing caseload of Coordinated Entry clients ensuring all required documents are uploaded into the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS), completing assessments and updates. - Maintain client records, daily activity logs, mileage logs, and other reports as directed. - Actively participate in Coordinated Entry meetings to identify barriers related to the Coordinated Entry process or with individuals. - Actively collaborate with other homeless service providers and community resources to facilitate access to the Continuum of Care services including: - Basic needs, including food, clothing, hygiene and shelter information - Housing assistance referrals - Substance abuse education and treatment referrals - Legal assistance referrals - Health information referrals - SSI/SSDI Outreach Access & Recovery (SOAR) - MyAccess benefits and more - Develop a relationship with individuals experiencing homelessness through frequent outreach visits to known encampments and/or other locations where those experiencing homelessness congregate. - Research community resources that benefit individuals experiencing homelessness. - Responsible for responding to incoming calls to the BrigAIDe Outreach phone lines and administering services telephonically. - Input client services into HMIS (Homeless Management Information System) daily. - Develop client goals and monitor individual progress through case management notes. - Provide one-on-one case management sessions for identified clients monthly or as needed based on needs and service plan. - Encourage and support client participation in activities and events that increase client's self-sufficiency. - Ensure all case records (referrals, and resources offered) are current by documenting notes in the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS). - Advocate for individuals experiencing homelessness when they encounter barriers. - Drive a van/shuttle in rotation with other team members, conduct daily vehicle inspections, clean the van/shuttle as needed, and maintain all safety conditions. - Participate in professional development activities and all required agency meetings. - Meet personal goals and actively contribute to the achievement of team and organizational targets/goals as stated on the KPI and in the annual plan Support the team in assigned tasks, attend all team meetings, and perform other duties as needed. Requirements: Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in social services or a related field, and/or an associate's degree with relevant experience working with unhoused individuals, including volunteerism or direct service experience in a social services or outreach capacity. Flexibility (Position may require occasional weekends and holidays). Thorough knowledge of collecting, compiling, and organizing data. Knowledge of available community resources. Driving is a requirement of this role. Must be at least 22 years of age. Candidates with more than three traffic violations, at-fault accidents, or any serious traffic convictions within the past three years will not meet the eligibility requirements to drive under our insurance policy. Skills Requirements: Requires heart for ministry. Requires understanding of poverty, a high degree of maturity, strong inter-personal skills and the ability to work with low socio-economic and diverse populations facing crisis situations in a professional and diplomatic manner. Requires strong leadership skills. Ability to maintain appropriate professional boundaries with clients and staff. Ability to deescalate clients on the edge of verbal or physical violence. Ability to work as part of a team within a multi-disciplinary framework. Demonstrates computer literacy with knowledge of Microsoft Office and appropriate databases. Requires oral and written communication skills and the ability to write reports and conduct and participate in meetings. Effective communication skills. Bi-lingual in English & Spanish is preferred. Physical Requirements: Must be able to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time. During non-holiday period, must be available to work the normal and extended business hours; ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds; hearing and speaking ability which allows for effective oral communication of information; physical, emotional and spiritual stamina to handle job-related issues and stress. Must be able to operate a multi-passenger van for transporting self and staff. Other: Must demonstrate legal authorization to work in the United States. Must be able to communicate effectively in English. Valid FL driver's license with a good driving record and insured vehicle in order to transport self and clients when necessary. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving individuals throughout our local communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. Metropolitan Ministries is committed to offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at or via email at Compensation details: 0 Yearly Salary PI6fbce7dc5-