Housing Support Specialist III
About The Position
The Region 4 Discharge Assistance Program (DAP) supports the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services' (DBHDS) commitment to person-centered and recovery-based care. It is supported by state mental health funds allocated to each DBHDS region to implement community capacity and/or individualized services and supports that enable adults receiving services in state hospitals to live in the community. Additionally, DAP offers a flexible approach for responding to discharge barriers from state hospitals once an individual has been determined to be clinically ready for discharge, thereby enabling individuals to transition from state hospitals to communities where they can recover in the least restrictive and most integrated setting possible. DAP is a payor of last resort, which means exploration of all other income/funding sources is required prior to submitting a request for funds. This role will coordinate regional housing programs and lead strategic housing initiatives across multiple jurisdictions. Responsibilities include managing discharge assistance plans, facilitating regional housing meetings, providing training and technical support, and ensuring compliance with housing regulations and funding requirements.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or a related field
- 3–5 years of experience in housing coordination or behavioral health services
- QMHP, QSAP, or QIDP status upon hire OR an equivalent combination of education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities that demonstrates the capacity to perform the essential functions of the position, as permitted by applicable regulatory standards.
- Possession of a valid Virginia driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record in accordance with agency policy.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with regional housing programs and discharge planning
- Familiarity with Virginia housing regulations and funding mechanisms
- Training in trauma-informed care and systems-level coordination
Responsibilities
- Provide quality review of all regional Discharge Assistance Plan (DAP) requests submitted to the regional office
- Facilitate quarterly DAP scrub meetings to ensure plans meet expectations outlined in the Discharge Assistance Manual
- Complete monthly one-time DAP reports to monitor benefit acquisition efficiency
- Serve as primary point of contact for DAP submissions and oversee use of the DAP residential rate tool
- Lead bi-monthly regional liaison meetings and provide training and support on identified topics
- Collaborate with hospital liaisons and regional partners to address problematic discharges and support community placements
- Collect and analyze data related to housing outcomes and program performance
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Paid holidays
- Flexible scheduling
- Professional development
- Learning and development program
- Wellness programs
- Employee discount programs
- 401k
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
