Resident Opportunities & Self-Sufficiency Program
JCHA is a long-time recipient of the ROSS grant from the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD). The ROSS grant’s purpose is to provide Social Service Coordinators at public housing communities to assist resident in their efforts to achieve self-sufficiency.
The JCHA ROSS program aims to encourage resident empowerment and self-sufficiency through supporting resident health and wellness, education and workforce development opportunities, financial literacy, digital inclusion, recreation and enrichment, and aging in place. JCHA’s on-site ROSS Service Coordinators:
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Meet with residents individually in a confidential setting to conduct comprehensive needs assessments and develop individualized action plans.
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Assist residents in obtaining/accessing services appropriate to address the needs/goals identified in their action plans.
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Provide residents with direct resume writing, job search, and college/training program application support.
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Monitor and track the ongoing provision of services.
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Plan, implement, and coordinate daily program activities.
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Develop relationships with community partners to provide residents with a wide range of resource referrals and program opportunities.
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Encourage residents to participate and engage in workshops, trainings, and seminars.
Contact information for ROSS Service Coordinators by Site:
BERRY GARDENS
Shonda Jeter, On-Site ROSS Service Coordinator
Hours: 8:00am to 4:00pm, Monday through Friday
Location:
Email: sjeter@jcha.us
Phone: 201-706-4753
HUDSON AND HOLLAND GARDENS
Shonda Jeter, Off-Site ROSS Service Coordinator
Hours: 8:00am to 4:00pm, Monday through Friday
Email: sjeter@jcha.us
Phone: 201-706-4753
BOOKER T WASHINGTON
WomenRising
Hours: 8:30am to 4:30pm, Monday through Friday
Location: 74 Fremont Street, 2nd Floor
Phone: 201-989-8487