Homelessness Prevention Program Advocate

2 weeks ago

Boston, United States HomeStart, Inc. Full time

**Responsibilities**:

- Assist clients who are facing eviction to preserve their tenancies by working with them to develop an Individualized Service Plan (ISP) and advocating on their behalf
- Communicate and mediate with property managers, attorneys, medical providers, and others to facilitate housing retention.
- Accompany clients to housing court hearings in person as needed
- Link clients with outside resources for ongoing stabilization support.
- Assist clients with budgeting and money management
- Assign tasks to clients as appropriate, with the aim of strengthening self-sufficiency. Monitor progress and provide needed support.
- Cultivate knowledge of area resources and participate in collaborations with other agencies.
- Participate in staff activities, such as monthly meetings and other activities as scheduled.
- Complete required data entry in a timely fashion. Maintain client files as proscribed and case notes that log all necessary client information.

**Required Skills**:

- Two years of experience providing case management and/or housing stabilization to homeless, at-risk or otherwise vulnerable populations; working knowledge of landlord-tenant issues preferred.
- Patient, respectful demeanor toward people in crisis; dedication to helping vulnerable individuals stabilize their housing and increase their self-sufficiency.
- Ability to work with and set appropriate boundaries with clients who are from diverse backgrounds and who have multiple personal challenges, such as mental health, substance abuse and domestic violence.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Experienced with computerized databases, preferably HUD Homeless Management Information System (HMIS).
- Bilingual language capacity strongly preferred.

**A note with regard to work location and schedule: HomeStart employees are able to work a hybrid schedule, with time spent in the office, in the field or working remotely. The amount of time you are able to work remotely will depend on a number of factors, including the needs of your position, scheduled time spent working in the field and on-going job performance.

Employees working remotely:

- Should be available during regularly scheduled hours (which are determined in conjunction with your supervisor)

Pay: $42,500.00 - $44,500.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

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