Housing Occupancy Coordinator

COLORADO HEALTH NETWORK INC • Denver, CO

1d • $23 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

The Tenant-Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) Program will provide housing assistance to eligible households. TBRA meets the needs of participants by subsidizing the difference between total rent and the monthly tenant rent (based on Tenant Rent Calculation Worksheet or other approved form), to be calculated and tracked by staff at CHN, or the referring agency, and paid out by CHN. The goal of TBRA is to support participants’ long-term wellbeing through safe and affordable housing options. The Housing Occupancy Coordinator administers the TBRA program.

Requirements

• Experience providing case management services in a social service or supportive housing setting preferred.
• Experience with harm reduction, motivational interviewing, cultural inclusivity, and trauma-informed care.
• Proven ability to apply crisis intervention and de-escalation skills.
• Knowledge/experience of housing subsidy programs preferred.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services, Social Work, Psychology, and/or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams is required. Candidates should be comfortable working with client database systems and learning new software tools as needed.
• Previous experience in the delivery of evidenced-based programs is highly preferred, as well as excellent communication, client services, and data collection skills.
• The appropriate person will be highly organized and detail-oriented.
• This position requires personal and professional accountability; self-management and initiative; dedication to quality improvement; professional integrity; research ethics, and cultural competency.
• Must demonstrate accuracy, efficiency and superior organizational skills.
• Must demonstrate effectiveness in the following areas: task and time management; teamwork; and communication with teams, managers, clients and participants, and company consultants.
• Must have and maintain a valid Colorado driver’s license and auto insurance on personal vehicle.
• Requires clear speaking ability and the ability to use a telephone for extended periods.
• Requires ability to view a computer screen (near acuity).
• Requires fingering agility for keyboarding.
• The ability to sit, stand, and engage in extended periods of screen time or communication by phone is necessary to perform the essential duties of the role.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates all occupancy aspects of scattered-site TBRA program participants.
• Accurately and efficiently coordinates client meetings, waitlist maintenance, eligibility screenings, file upkeep, documentation, recertification, trainings, reporting and all other responsibilities associated with subsidy programs.
• Schedules and performs Housing Quality Standards inspections for every participant annually. Follows up with tenant and landlords to ensure any deficiencies are remedied.
• Serves as liaison and technical support for other AIDS Service Organizations participating in the TBRA program.
• Coordinates database updates and check distribution for the TBRA program.
• Develops and assists in the maintenance of resources for staff and clients in all areas of affordable housing.
• Collaborates with Case Management to ensure the provision of housing accessibility for all clients and the development of long-term housing plans for program participants.
• Tracks and submits appropriate documentation, billing and reports to the Housing Programs Administrator and appropriate partners/grantors.
• Develops and maintains ongoing working relationships with local landlords, housing authorities, and affordable housing providers.
• Participates in team meetings, case conferences, clinical supervisions, and all appropriate CHN staff meetings and other partner meetings in the community.
• Assists with agency program audits as needed.
• Cuts all TBRA checks appropriate to caseload and acts as back up to cut emergency financial assistance checks as needed.
• Must be able to work in a diverse setting with diverse populations, including persons living with HIV, the LGBTQ+ community, persons of various ethnic backgrounds, disenfranchised communities.
• Participation in training related to HIV, substance use, harm reduction, trauma informed care and related issues. Cultural Competency/Sensitivity.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee only share of health insurance premium is 100% paid for by CHN
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous leave policy (at the end of one year full time employee accrue 3 weeks of PTO), 13 paid holidays, up to 2 floating holidays, and 1 day of wellness time (all time off benefits for part time employees are prorated based on the number of hours scheduled per week).
• Retirement Savings: 403(b) plan with employer matching $1 for $1 up to 3% and $0.50 on the $1 for 4 and 5%
• Education & Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and access to ongoing learning opportunities
• Additional Benefits: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Health Spending Account (H SA), Voluntary, EAP
• STD, LTD and Basic Life 100% paid for by CHN.
• Eligible for Federal Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees