Housing Specialist
3 weeks ago
Position: Housing Specialist
Department: Morivivi
Location: Bronx
Reports To: Morivivi Program Manager
Classification: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Work Model: Hybrid
Compensation: $29.12/hour
of Positions: 1
The Violence Intervention Program (VIP) partners with Latinx communities to end gender-based violence. Created as a grassroots response to intimate partner violence and sexual assault, VIP has always centered survivors in its leadership and has worked to create a community of staff that reflects the rich national, ethnic and racial diversity of the communities it serves. VIP runs four non-residential social service programs, two residential shelter and housing programs, and a robust community engagement team.
The Moriviví Residential Program is a 51-bed scattered site safe dwelling. The goal of this program is to provide short-term shelter for survivors of domestic violence and their children. Supportive services offered at Morivivi include individual counseling, support groups, case management, children’s services, housing advocacy, and referrals for educational/vocational facilities and job preparation. Morivivi promotes healing, empowerment, and self-sufficiency while providing a safe and supportive environment free from violence.
Essential Functions:
- Conduct initial and ongoing assessments with shelter residents to identify economic goals and determine eligibility for benefits and housing assistance;
- Support residents to achieve their goals by connecting to educational and vocational opportunities;
- Advocate for full access to benefits and housing assistance, including advocacy by phone, accompaniment to appointments, and via written correspondence;
- Coordinate and facilitate educational workshops for residents regarding systems navigation and self-advocacy;
- Maintain proper documentation (record keeping, reports, and statistical information) in a timely manner for all clients;
- Provide complete and accurate information about resident outcomes and services;
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, supervisors, and other service providers to ensure high-quality, coordinated support;
- Adhere to mandated reporting requirements as they relate to such issues on child abuse/neglect; responsibly adhere to VIP protocols regarding the risk of suicide/homicide;
- Participate in various programmatic meetings: case conferences, all-staff meetings, team meetings, etc.;
- Participate in community outreach and /or educational workshops, as needed by the program;
- Provide coverage as needed; this includes, but is not limited to, on-call evening, overnight, and weekend coverage;
- Perform other tasks and administrative duties as directed by management.
**Requirements**:
- Bachelor’s in a relevant field or comparable experience;
- Fully Bilingual (English/Spanish - verbal and written);
- A minimum of (4) years of crisis intervention, public systems navigation, advocacy, and counseling experience in the area of domestic violence, sexual assault, or related field;
- Strong verbal, written, communication, and documenting skills;
- Strong skills in systems navigation and knowledge of public assistance and housing.
- Must promote VIP values and comply with all VIP policies;
- Must be available for “on-call” evening and weekend hours in the event of a residential emergency;
- Must be well organized and be able to work independently and collectively,
- Must be knowledgeable in working with diverse communities, particularly Latinx, people of color, and low-income populations, and must deliver services with cultural humility;
- Must be able to exercise good judgment and sensitivity at all times;
- Must maintain agency, program, and client confidentiality at all times;
- Must work well with a team and bring self-awareness and accountability to the workplace.
Compensation & Benefits
- Full-Time, Non-Exempt position, working 35 hours per week with annual wages of $53,000.
- We cover 90% of the cost of medical insurance (United Healthcare/Oxford), dental insurance (Aetna), and vision insurance (VSP) for employee and spouse/children/family. Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts available.
- Flexible PTO Program, 13 paid holidays, a mid-year and end-of-year fully paid office closure.
- Half-day Friday schedule (optional)
- Commuter benefits (Mass Transit & Parking)
- 403b retirement plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Disability and Life Insurance policies
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