Homeless Prevention Spec

Matrix Human Services•Detroit, MI

About The Position

Matrix Human Services is Educating Children, Supporting Families and Rebuilding Neighborhoods in Detroit. THE IMPACT YOU WILL BE A PART OF WITH JOINING MATRIX Over 30 program locations throughout Detroit and surrounding areas 20,000+ individuals benefiting from Matrix services every year The largest Head Start Program in the city of Detroit The largest HIV treatment and prevention program in Detroit After school youth services and academic enrichment Workforce Development and Financial Literacy Programs Housing Education and Home Buying Assistance Healthy Senior Living Program FOCUS ON PERSONAL AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT. Tuition Assistance. Professional Development Support. In-House Learning and Professional Development Platform. WE EMBRACE WORK LIFE BALANCE. Vacation Banks. Paid Holidays. BENEFITS OPTIONS. Medical/Rx. Dental. Vision. Life/AD&D Insurance. Flexible Spending Accounts. Combine Short- & Long-Term Disability. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). 403(b) Retirement Account. CEO Starr Allen-Pettway has been honored by the Michigan Chronicle as a distinguished nonprofit leader in Southeast Michigan. CORE VALUES: Positive Attitude Always Learning Results Through Accountability Building Relationships TITLE: Homeless Prevention Specialist DEPARTMENT: Adult & Senior Division REPORTS TO: Assistant Director of Adult Programs SUPERVISES: None FLSA: Exempt | Full-Time TERM: Position is grant funded and renewal is based on program performance & funding JOB SUMMARY/ACCOUNTABILITY The Homeless Prevention Specialist will provide financial assistance, case coordination and service linkages for households at risk of homelessness with the goal of helping them retain housing.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Social Work or related field
At least 2 years or more recent experience working with community residents facing critical hardships.
Microsoft Office Suite proficiency required.
Able to maintain confidentiality of all discussions and records.
Resourceful, patient and sensitive to the needs of staff, children and families.
Culturally sensitive to work in a diverse community.
Some transportation required for employment
Evening and weekend work may be required.

Responsibilities

Facilitate intake and enrollment of qualified clients. financial assistance as needed to prevent homelessness.
Ensure all needed documentation is acquired for financial assistance payments and is maintained in client case file.
In cases where prevention is not possible, shall assist households in identifying safe affordable housing opportunities.
Shall complete housing habitability inspections and visual lead-based paint inspections as required to facilitate housing placement.
Shall provide ongoing case management to those at risk of being homeless.
Regularly meet with customers in their homes to develop individualized goals.
Shall provide all relevant and available wraparound services including budget development, life skills, and resource navigation to assist clients reach their goals.
Shall maintain referral networks with a variety of sources.
Participate in monthly case management, Continuum of Care (COC) and Homeless Action Network of Detroit (HAND) meetings as monthly and be an advocate on all issues related to those who are homeless or is at risk of homelessness.
Input all necessary cast data in the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS)
All other duties as assigned.
All personnel of Matrix must adhere to the NASW Code of Ethics and incorporate Continuous Quality Improvement efforts into their everyday performance. All employee of Matrix must adhere to the federal regulations and requirements for Head Start operations including the Performance Standards, Licensing rules, and be of Good Moral Character as stated in the Code of Ethics.
Demonstrate and actively promote an understanding and commitment to the mission and values of Matrix Human Services