Housing Specialist

Merakey • Shreveport, LA

2d • $21

About The Position

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking Housing Specialist to join our team at our program in Shreveport, LA. Our Housing Specialist will coordinate Housing services for all individuals served by the F/ACT team. Assist individuals in the procurement of safe and affordable housing and related necessities while developing a relationship with landlords. Ensure the individuals have adequate financial support and teach and promote money management skills and support individuals in the performance of household activities (cleaning, organizing, etc.) Educate and support individual's families and advocate for individual's rights and preferences. Attend housing related meetings in the community and Act as a liaison with stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work or Sociology.
• Knowledge and understanding of recovery principles and recovery driven service system.
• Valid LA Driver's License and appropriate state and federal clearances.
• Minimum 1 year experience as Housing Specialist.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Housing services for all individuals served by the F/ACT team.
• Assist individuals in the procurement of safe and affordable housing and related necessities while developing a relationship with landlords.
• Ensure the individuals have adequate financial support and teach and promote money management skills
• Support individuals in the performance of household activities (cleaning, organizing, etc.)
• Educate and support individual's families and advocate for individual's rights and preferences.
• Attend housing related meetings in the community and Act as a liaison with stakeholders.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees