Housing Locator (48863)

WESTCARE INC•Fresno, CA

11d•$23 - $23

About The Position

Person in this position will be responsible for assisting homeless individuals and families in identifying and transitioning into a full range of permanent housing opportunities, including subsidized housing such as Housing Choice Voucher, Shelter Plus Care, VASH and all other Fresno Madera Continuum of Care (FMCoC) Permanent Supportive Housing and Rapid Rehousing Programs. The Housing Locator will work with the navigators to support the housing needs of participants in the Coordinated Assessment and Housing Match System (CAHM). Essential Job Functions include those listed below. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

Excellent communication and public speaking skills
Two (2) years case management services
Demonstrated ability to work with the underserved populations
Ability to conduct outreach, including street outreach
Good computer skills
Good documentation skills
Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare’s vehicle insurance is required
Be able to multi-task and make independent decisions
CPR Certification, First Aid Certification and an Annual Tuberculosis test
High School diploma or equivalent is required.

Nice To Haves

One (1) year supervision experience, preferred

Responsibilities

Assess individualized housing needs for all referred clients and coordinate with clients to develop individualized housing plans and address barriers.
Monitor and evaluate each client’s progression through their housing search plan, and develop corrective action revisions to the plan as needed.
Create and maintain lists of available housing options for clients.
Assist clients with housing applications, complete supportive and subsidized housing paperwork, survey rental market for affordable housing, and advocate for clients with prospective landlords.
Keep abreast of the rules and regulations of the federal housing programs who participate in the FMCoC’s CAHM System.
Maintain client related data tracking systems, including case notes and complete HMIS entries.
Prepare case-related reports, outcomes, successes, challenges and other reports as necessary and required.
In accordance with federal, state, county and FMCoC guidelines, maintain complete and accurate documentation of all service objectives and their outcomes.
Outreach to realtors, landlords, housing developers and other housing providers to identify new and existing housing opportunities.
Network with other agencies, coalitions, and local community meetings
Actively participate in staff meetings and trainings
Work collaboratively with the FMCoC’s Community Coordinator/Matcher to effectively navigate and house individuals and individuals with families; and
Perform any other duties as assigned.