Housing Specialist

Brightli•Poplar Bluff, MO

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join our compassionate, collaborative team and make a meaningful difference in people's lives as a Housing Specialist. We're seeking an empathetic, resourceful professional who can help transform lives by connecting our clients with stable housing solutions. If you're detail-oriented, have excellent communication skills, and are passionate about advocating for others, this role offers an opportunity to directly impact our community's well-being. In this vital role, you'll work closely with clients to assess their housing needs, coordinate housing placements, and provide ongoing support to help them maintain stable housing. You'll collaborate with our clinical teams, community partners, and the DBH Housing Unit to ensure comprehensive support for our clients' recovery journeys. Poplar Bluff offers a perfect blend of small-town charm and modern amenities, with affordable living costs and abundant outdoor recreational opportunities. Our friendly community provides an ideal setting for both professional growth and personal life balance.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, psychology, nursing or a closely related field
Equivalent experience may be substituted on the basis of one year for each year of required educational training with a base education of a High School Diploma or GED
Must complete background check including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect and fingerprint check
Current driver's license, acceptable driving record and current auto insurance required
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to build effective relationships with clients and community partners
Problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
Must complete all required training at the beginning of employment and annually thereafter

Responsibilities

Coordinate and facilitate housing searches, placements, and success coaching for clients
Assess clients' housing needs, strengths, and resources to develop effective support strategies
Advocate for expanded housing resources and collaborate with community partners
Provide experiential training in self-advocacy skills and resource acquisition
Participate in clinical team meetings to contribute to client recovery planning
Monitor external services to ensure coordinated care
Maintain knowledge of community recovery resources and support systems
Ensure protection of client rights and dignity
Complete necessary documentation and reporting requirements

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
All-Inclusive Employee Benefits Package - A robust full-time employee benefits package encompassing health, dental, vision, retirement, disability, life insurance, wellness program, generous paid time off, and more
Telemedicine – 24/7 phone, web, or mobile app medical, behavioral health, & dermatology visits
Career Advancement & Wage Growth - Grow in your career with great opportunities for upward mobility and added income
Comprehensive Training - Learn and develop skills with our robust on-the-job training
Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting healthy, joyful workforce engagement
Flexible scheduling including some evening hours
Community engagement opportunities
Direct impact on client success
Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within
Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness.