Housing Navigator-Respite Care

Comunilife Inc•New York, NY

2d•$50,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Housing Navigator provides assistance, information, and support to clients seeking safe, appropriate housing in New York City. The role helps clients use subsidies and other available resources that fit their individual needs and support residential stability. The Housing Navigator must understand current housing subsidies and public benefit programs and develop housing resources, including relationships with landlords and brokers. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The position is based at Respite Lenox in New York, NY, with travel of up to 25%.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in human services, social services, behavioral science, psychology, or a related field.
One year of relevant community-based residential management or social service agency experience.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated prior success in case management functions or eligibility determinations for community-based social welfare organizations is desirable.

Responsibilities

Assess each client's housing needs within 48 hours of admission and participate in developing a discharge plan.
Assist in determining client eligibility for government-financed housing programs and benefit programs.
Identify and obtain documents needed for supportive and permanent housing applications, and assist clients with those documents.
Escort clients to housing appointments and referring entities outside the facility.
Identify and maintain current information and contacts at agencies such as HRA, NYCHA, and HPD to facilitate accurate permanent housing application processes.
Develop and maintain a database of available housing and relevant community resources, including banks, utility companies, grocery stores, pharmacies, and transportation.
Identify new housing opportunities for clients through ongoing networking.
Maintain strong working relationships with landlords and management companies.
Prepare clients for permanent housing interviews and arrange transportation or escorts as needed.
Ensure discharge plans address clients' safety, self-sufficiency, and related needs in collaboration with social service staff.