Housing Specialist

Services For The Underserved

383d • $45,000 - $50,000

About The Position

S:US is seeking a Housing Specialist for their Families with Children shelter located in the Bronx. The role involves assessing clients' housing needs, providing resources, and acting as a liaison between clients and landlords. The Housing Specialist will also facilitate housing applications and assist clients in navigating social services.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Two years of experience in the human services field.
• Knowledge of trauma and housing programs such as Section 8.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Interview clients to assess their present housing needs and status and submit appropriate applications to community resources.
• Conduct groups to discuss available housing options, how to secure an apartment, and how to handle issues related to housing.
• Accompany residents to housing interviews, housing fairs, and assist in completing housing applications when necessary.
• Provide housing resources to clients and act as a liaison between landlords and clients.
• Refer residents to get PPD and physicals completed within two weeks of their entrance into the facility.
• Obtain an accurate history of client's housing situation to assess what services are needed.
• Facilitate Tier II interviews and act as a liaison between Tier II shelter and AEGIS clients.
• Submit housing applications for all housing programs available (i.e. Section 8, and NYCHA).
• Handle requests for extensions to be submitted to HRA.
• Refer residents to Public Assistance and monitor their compliance with HRA and the ADVENT program.
• Negotiate, assess, and assist client needs with respect to benefits and follow the resident's case from entry to discharge.
• Assist and escort residents in going to HRA/social service agency appointments when necessary.
• Participate and attend staff, service plan review, and clinical team meetings.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Vision insurance
• 403(b)
• Life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED