Housing Specialist

1 month ago


Bronx, New York, United States Volunteers of America - Greater New York (VOA-GNY) Full time
Job Title: Housing Specialist

Volunteers of America-Greater New York (VOA-Greater New York) is a leading anti-poverty organization dedicated to ending homelessness in the New York area by 2050. We operate over 60 programs across New York City, Northern New Jersey, and Westchester County, providing emergency, transitional, and permanent housing services to vulnerable populations.

Job Summary:

The Housing Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring the housing readiness of clients by implementing appropriate trainings and developing permanent housing options in both public and private sectors. This position is part of our Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program, which identifies low-income veteran households and connects them with supportive services to promote housing stability and prevent homelessness.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct housing eligibility assessments of all applicable clients.
  • Develop linkages with real estate companies and office of public housing.
  • Maintain and update listings of permanent affordable housing.
  • Develop and facilitate client workshops and individual sessions on skills and information necessary to acquire and maintain independent permanent housing.
  • Track placements and conduct follow-up of clients placed into permanent housing.
Requirements:
  • Associate's degree or 60 college credits with two years of related experience in housing placement services for low-income and/or homeless population.
  • Knowledge of federal guidelines for public and private low-income housing required.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Clean and valid driver's license. Must maintain agency-authorized driver's status.
Benefits:
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Prescription coverage
  • Life insurance
  • Retirement plan
  • Educational Reimbursement Program (includes tuition and license/certification)
  • Paid Time Off which is accrued monthly and rolls over from year to year.

VOA-Greater New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled/Other Protected Categories. Apply today to join our team of dedicated professionals working towards a common goal of ending homelessness in the New York area.


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