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Office of Community Services seeks new social‑work hire as rental and utility assistance demand remains high
Summary
Office of Community Services staff told the Finance Committee high demand for rental and utility assistance is continuing, and the department is seeking to hire social‑work case managers to increase capacity and improve long‑term stability for residents.
Ayesha Young, Community Engagement Administrator with the Office of Community Services (OCS), briefed the Finance Committee on April 21 about high demand for rental and utility assistance and staff plans to increase outreach and case management capacity.
Young told the committee that ongoing demand for rental and utility help remains high and that many residents are unsure what services OCS provides. "A lot of people don't know who OCS is or they confuse us with other departments," she said, explaining the office’s outreach and visibility plans.
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