Housing Specialist

2 weeks ago


New York, United States TemPositions Group Of Companies Full time

Description: Job Title: Housing Specialist

Salary: $54,000

Schedule: On-site 100% for at least 3-month probationary period, with possibility to go hybrid after that period. Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Location: Bronx, NY



Summary:

Our client, a prominent Bronx-based nonprofit organization, is seeking housing specialists to advance their mission of providing housing intervention and assistance services. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing housing services to help clients understand and overcome personal or social issues affecting their housing. The housing specialist will cooperate with case managers and legal staff to develop service plans for clients to ensure permanent and stable housing and access to community sources. The specialist will be encouraged to be cross-trained and have an understanding of the job functions within the Housing Services Department.

Responsibilities:

The Housing Specialist is responsible for, but not limited to:

Collaborate with program participants to develop service plans that correlate with resolving presenting problems and obstacles to maintaining housing stability
Assist in client intake, service planning, advocacy and referral services in the absence of a case manager
Maintain weekly or bi-weekly contact with clients to follow-up on service plan
Maintain records monitor case progress and enter case related information into Legal server Database
Conduct and/or participate in housing related activities and workshops
Advocate and submit applications for rental assistance grants through charitable organizations
Compile and submit packages to HRA for Rental Assistance Grants (Exceptions to Policy) and One Shot Deals
Work collaboratively with legal services staff to identify client readiness on legal proceedings
Treat all clients, visitors and employees with kindness, respect and dignity
Enforce facility rules and regulations to maintain compliance
Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required
Maintain confidentiality and professionalism
Time management and prioritization
Maintain awareness of new trends and development in social services and related fields
Perform general clerical duties
Assist participants with obtaining and reinstating benefits
Assist participants in identifying financial resources

Professional & Personal Qualifications

Bilingual English/Spanish speaking highly desired
Baccalaureate degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or related field with 0 years of direct social service experience
Associate degree in Human Service, or related field with 1 year of direct social service experience
High School Diploma/General Equivalent Diploma with 2 or more years of direct social service experience
Knowledgeable of case work/case management methodologies
Commitment to the mission
Proven ability to work collaboratively well with diverse groups
Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively under pressure
Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented, and efficient
Maturity, integrity, and sound judgment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.



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