Housing Specialist- Permanent Supportive Housing- PSH

7 days ago

Richmond, Virginia, United States RBHA Full time
RBH is now offering a sign-on bonus for qualifying professionals

Richmond Behavioral Health is growing our Permanent Supportive Housing Team and we are in search of afull-time Housing Specialists to join our team of Life Changers The selected individuals will perform intermediate professional work assessing client needs, developing, implementing and monitoring service delivery and assistance plans, coordinating and monitoring services with other agencies, counseling and assisting clients, maintaining records and files, preparing reports, and related work as apparent or assigned.

Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the assigned supervisor.
Essential Functions
Complete thorough housing barrier assessment and housing plan for each program participant.
Assist program participants with process of obtaining appropriate housing subsidy
Assist program participants with locating and securing permanent housing. Act as liaison between program participants, landlords, and case management staff.
Collaborate with clinical staff on a regular basis regarding program participants.
Collaborate with landlords on a regular basis regarding program participants.
Actively outreach and recruit landlords and provide appropriate information about programs and services.
Conduct initial eligibility and annual/interim re-certifications (Housing Quality Standards (HQS) inspections and follow ups and financial updates)
Monitor and facilitate moves/relocation of program participants
Completes intakes into the Home Connect PSH program when a spot is vacated
Assist with closure/termination of cases when appropriate
Monitor status of program participants and housing stability and collaborate with partner agency case managers, Program Supervisor and landlord as appropriate
Act as resource for partner agency case managers in regards to assisting program participants with locating affordable housing
Orients and trains newly hired staff; evaluates staff performance as directed.
Serves as liaison to public agencies and provides information regarding Authority programs and services.
Provides crisis intervention and prevention services.
Prepares a variety of reports; prepares and maintains program participant charts and other records.
Attends meetings, staffings and conferences as they relate to program participants, staff and program needs.
Assists in curriculum development and resource tools.
Collect data to satisfy program requirements.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Position Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

General knowledge of community and agency resources and programs of regional and state sources for the community service population; general knowledge of interviewing and supportive counseling techniques; general knowledge of social casework techniques; general knowledge of human development and behavior; general knowledge of the theories, principles and techniques of individual, family and group therapy; ability to solve problems within scope of responsibility; ability to analyze facts and exercise sound judgment in arriving at conclusions; ability to communicate complex ideas effectively, orally and in writing; ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, medical professionals community partners, agencies, associates and the general public.

Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree with coursework in social work, psychology, counseling, sociology, health services, or related field preferred.

Moderate experience working with individuals with serious mental illness in a behavioral health setting, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience in housing counseling and property management preferred.
One year's experience working with low-income and/or homeless adults.
HQS inspection training/experience or ability to acquire within one month of hire required.
Knowledge of homeless population, resources, and Fair Housing and Tenant-Landlord laws required.
Special Requirements
Valid driver's license in the Commonwealth of Virginia
Certified Housing Counselor preferred

Qualifying Housing Specialist staff will be eligible for a $3K sign-on bonus as defined by the terms and conditions of the approved sign-on bonus policy.


Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time

Open Date

1/18/2024

Close Date

About the Organization

Join the Fearless

Richmond Behavioral Health Authority (RBHA) is licensed by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services and is the statutorily established public entity responsible for providing mental health, intellectual disabilities, substance abuse and prevention services to the citizens of the City of Richmond.


Our Mission:
RBHA promotes health, wellness, and recovery for the people and communities we serve.

Our Vision:
An inclusive, healthy community where individuals are inspired to reach their highest potential.

Our Values:
Equity / Innovation / Quality / Inclusion / Accessibility / Transparency / Compassion / Integrity

Creating Healthy Communities - One Person, One Family, One Community at a time.

RBHA is committed to providing behavioral health services to all Richmond residents regardless of race, color, gender, age, religion, disability, or national origin.


Services are provided directly by RBHA staff and through contracts with private providers in the community.

Funding is received through fees from consumers, the Commonwealth of Virginia, the City of Richmond, and local and state grants.


Starting Salary Range

$22.41/ hr

EOE Statement

Richmond Behavioral Health Authority provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws

Associated topics:
behavioral, behavioral healthcare, casework, clinician, coordinator, family, field, npho, rww, youth

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