Housing Specialist

2 weeks ago

Queens, United States HOMES FOR THE HOMELESS, INC Full time

**HOUSING SPECIALIST**

We are excited to invite a passionate and experienced **Housing Specialist **to join our team Homes for the Homeless is searching for an experienced Housing Specialist for our Families w/ Children facility located in the Jamaica area of Queens, NY. As the Housing Specialist you will play a pivotal role in our organization, assisting families with creating an exit strategy and in searching for permanent housing. Join us and be a part of an organization that values your contribution and cares deeply for the community we serve.

**ABOUT HOMES FOR THE HOMELESS, INC.**
- Homes for the Homeless, Inc. (HFH) is a non-profit social services organization operating family shelters throughout NYC that serve as a hub of opportunity for families residing in the shelter and those in the neighboring community. On-site programs range from childcare, early childhood education centers, after-school clubs and programs, and youth recreation activities, such as sports teams, to housing assistance, case management, parenting workshops, career and job vocational training, support groups and substance abuse assistance, and family engagement and recreation events for the whole family.

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Manage a caseload.
- Conduct housing intakes.
- Create an exit strategy by exploring the client's needs.
- Complete housing reports and maintain up-to-date progress notes.
- Meet weekly, monthly, and quarterly move-out targets.
- Conducts monthly housing workshops with clients.
- Provide clients with housing referrals and leads.
- Develop and maintain positive working relationships with DHS staff.
- Develop and cultivate relationships with brokers, agents, landlords, and community agencies to gain housing leads.
- Schedule appointments for apartment viewings.
- Accompany clients to open houses, apartment viewings, and lease signings.

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Bachelor's Degree or Associates Degree
- At least one year of relevant experience.
- Experience working with brokers and landlords.
- Ability to travel by public transportation to all 5 boroughs and outside of NYC.
- Bi-lingual is a plus.

**COMPENSATION/EEO**:

- In order to attract and retain a high-performance workforce, Homes for the Homeless offers a dynamic and rewarding work environment, with a focus on ensuring an appropriate work-life balance. In addition to a competitive salary, we provide excellent benefits including comprehensive health insurance (including medical, dental, and vision), an employee-funded 403(b) retirement plan, commuter benefits, life insurance, Work/Life Assistance Program, 3 weeks paid vacation, 10 sick days, 3 personal days, and 12 paid holidays.

**SALARY**:

- $45,000

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