Housing Specialist

PROMESA R.H.C.F.•New York, NY

62d•Onsite

About The Position

Acacia Network and its affiliates have been committed to improving the quality-of-life and wellbeing of underserved communities in New York City and beyond for over 50 years. As one of the leading human services organizations in New York City and the largest Hispanic-led nonprofit in the State, Acacia Network serves over 150,000 individuals every year. Our programs cater to individuals at every age and developmental level, from young children in daycare to older adults in our centers. Our extensive array of community-based services are fully integrated, bilingual, and culturally competent.

Requirements

Associate's Degree required.
2 years of direct experience housing assistance to underserved
Knowledge of DHS rules and regulations required
Comfortable communicating with clients and professional staff
Understanding of low-income and homeless individuals and their specific needs
Knowledge of crisis prevention, intervention, and resolution techniques; match such techniques to particular circumstances and individuals
Must be comfortable working in a Hotel or Shelter

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred
Bilingual is a plus

Responsibilities

Assisting individuals in shelters/transitional housing with finding suitable permanent residence.
Developing and maintaining liaison with landlords and the community.
Helping individuals with application/process for Section 8 and NYCHA.
Assisting individuals through the entire housing process from application, meeting prospective landlords, lease signing and moving.
Working directly with realtors, landlords and Social Services Department to expedite lease signing process.
Inspecting apartments, checking status of Public Assistance Cases.
Preparing monthly reports.
Conducting initial intakes and initial independent living plans.