Housing Specialist- Savannah

Legacy Behavioral Health Services Human Resources • Savannah, GA

12d • Hybrid

About The Position

The housing specialist under the supervision of the Housing Coordinator and Housing Manager performs a wide range of tasks in the community to assist consumers in regaining control over their own lives while promoting the recovery process. This position utilizes interventions to provide skills training, education and case management to consumers who are currently residing in an independent living situation such as Georgia Housing Voucher Program, Housing Choice Voucher Program, etc. Assists consumers who meet criteria for GHVP/HCV with obtaining permanent supportive housing. Monitor consumer progress toward treatment goals. Extensive documentation required; accurately charts services and consumer progress. Must be able to work well with community agencies and function as part of a team. Flexible hours required.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED
• Valid GA driver’s license with less than 5 points.
• CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain CPR Certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of tasks in the community to assist consumers in regaining control over their own lives while promoting the recovery process.
• Utilize interventions to provide skills training, education and case management to consumers who are currently residing in an independent living situation such as Georgia Housing Voucher Program, Housing Choice Voucher Program, etc.
• Assist consumers who meet criteria for GHVP/HCV with obtaining permanent supportive housing.
• Monitor consumer progress toward treatment goals.
• Extensive documentation required; accurately charts services and consumer progress.
• Work well with community agencies and function as part of a team.

Benefits

• Health insurance: Quality, affordable coverage through State of Georgia employee benefit plans.
• Competitive pay
• 24 Days of paid leave in your first year
• Retirement Plans: Automatic 2% employer contribution to your 401(k), plus a 3% match after one year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED