Permanent Housing Specialist

3 weeks ago


Brooklyn, New York, United States Institute for Comm Living Full time

Job Overview

At Institute for Community Living, we are dedicated to providing life-saving care to New Yorkers in need. We are currently seeking a skilled Permanent Housing Specialist - Community Outreach Coordinator to join our team.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for promoting the attainment of resident permanent housing goals through ongoing assessment of resident housing needs and preferences, and the development of housing opportunities in the community for homeless individuals or individuals with mental disabilities.

This role is perfect for an individual who is passionate about helping others and has excellent communication and problem-solving skills. The successful candidate will be able to work independently and as part of a team to achieve our mission.

Responsibilities
  • Find suitable permanent housing in the community
  • Assist in the orientation of new personnel when requested
  • Document efforts to locate and secure housing for residents
  • Develop and maintain community resource guides for each of the five boroughs
  • Develop and maintain relationships with housing providers and the Veterans Administration
  • Serve as liaison to the Veteran's Administration to identify housing for residents that qualify for VA housing
  • Comply with attendance and timekeeping rules and report reliably and regularly to work on an ongoing basis
Requirements
  • A degree in human services fields such as social work, psychology, nursing, rehabilitation, education, occupational therapy, physical therapy, recreation/recreation therapy, counseling, sociology, community mental health, child and family studies, speech and hearing
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in case management, housing, and entitlement, or relevant human services experience
  • Ability to stand, stoop, bend, and stretch for long periods
  • Ability to make reasonable and sound evaluative judgments
Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary range of $55,000 - $65,000 per year, depending on experience. In addition, we provide a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plan, and employee assistance program.



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