Housing Placement Specialist

2 days ago


New York, New York, United States HELP USA Full time
Housing Specialist Job Description

At HELP USA, we are seeking a skilled Housing Specialist to join our team. As a Housing Specialist, you will play a critical role in helping clients find housing while achieving self-sufficiency.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct housing intake and assessment interviews for new residents, completing the housing portion of the independent living plan.
  • Meet with clients regularly to guide them in their search for permanent and/or supportive housing, determining housing needs and barriers, and making referrals to specific housing options.
  • Accompany clients to view apartments and assist with clients' move into supportive and/or permanent housing by advocating on clients' behalf with landlords.
  • Stay up-to-date on changes, additions, and cancellations to housing subsidy programs, attending trainings provided by DHS and other agencies.
  • Network and develop new housing resources with brokers and landlords.
  • Participate in regular team case conferences to ensure high-quality, targeted services.
  • Ensure all documentation related to housing is recorded in the case management system in a timely and organized manner.
Requirements:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent OR equivalent experience and skills.
  • Experience in housing placement services is strongly preferred.
  • Outstanding customer service and conflict management skills.
  • Strong communications skills, both written and oral.
  • Ability to take initiative, be dependable, and resourceful.
  • Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple priorities concurrently.
  • High ethical standards and personal integrity.
  • Commitment to the mission of HELP USA to help people in need of housing and to end homelessness.
Benefits:
  • Health insurance through Cigna, including dental and vision with an option that covers entire family with minimal employee contribution.
  • Generous Paid Time Off.
  • 401k with Company contribution even if employee doesn't contribute.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. If you are passionate about helping others and have a strong commitment to social justice, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.



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