Housing Specialist

Chapman Partnership • Homestead, FL

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About The Position

The Housing Specialist assists clients experiencing homelessness in obtaining permanent housing. In conjunction with the Community Housing Specialist, Case Managers, and external partners and vendors, the role prepares clients for move-outs to permanent housing throughout Miami-Dade County. The position supports the orderly progression of clients through housing placement and helps them prepare to sign leases and comply with lease requirements.

Requirements

• GED, high school diploma, or equivalent experience.
• Either at least three years of practical experience as a case manager in a social services agency or equivalent, or at least one year of practical experience working with permanent housing providers and experience with the housing and rental market in Miami-Dade County.
• Valid Florida driver license, adequate car insurance as required by law, and a clean driving record.
• Knowledge of Chapman Partnership policies and procedures.
• Ability to coordinate activities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to empower and support clients in life choices and change.
• Experience working with vulnerable populations.
• Ability to be professional, flexible, respectful, and calm.
• Ability to work well with others and lead by example.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Solid social service management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in English and Spanish and/or English and Creole.

Responsibilities

• Uphold Chapman Partnership’s mission, vision, values, and guiding principles to empower clients to overcome homelessness and achieve and maintain long-term self-sufficiency.
• Create an environment where clients feel welcomed, comfortable, and supported.
• Develop knowledge of available housing units in the county in conjunction with the Community Housing Specialist.
• Facilitate clients’ efficient, orderly progression through the CoC and private-sector housing placement process.
• Provide clients with sufficient information to prepare them to sign leases and comply with lease requirements.
• Coordinate move-outs to complete the process of placing clients in affordable permanent housing.
• Continuously review and improve service delivery to clients.
• Perform other assignments or tasks as necessary.

What This Job Offers

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