Reentry Housing Specilaist

Hope Solutions•Pleasant Hill, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Reentry Housing Specialist ABOUT US Founded in 1991, Hope Solutions, formerly Contra Costa Interfaith Housing, is a vibrant and socially responsive non-profit agency that provides permanent housing and vital support services to over 2,000 homeless or at-risk families and individuals in Contra Costa County. Over 40 faith-based communities support our work, although there are no religious requirements or affiliations to receive services. Are you seeking a new role that fully utilizes your talents and potential—while helping to make the world a better place? If so, please read on! What are you passionate about? At Hope Solutions— we envision a world in which everyone has a place to call home and the support of a strong community so that they can live with dignity and reach their full potential . We strive to be inclusive and responsive to community needs. We are committed to excellence and accomplish our work with integrity, respect, compassion , and humility. Hope Solution's mission is to heal the effects of poverty and homelessness by providing permanent housing and vital support services to highly vulnerable families and individuals. Could our mission be your mission? Learn more about us @ hopesolutions.org TEAM SNAPSHOT We're adding to our team of passionate folks—who are on a mission to help make the lives of others better—through services and support that lead to a higher quality of life for our clients. We'd like to learn more about you—apply for the role! What's our team like? Here's a snapshot of some of the folks at Hope Solutions who help advance our vision to achieve—secure housing and the dignity of self-sufficiency for the homeless and at-risk families and individuals in Contra Costa County.

Requirements

Knowledge of and belief in “Housing First” philosophy and strategies.
Passion for and demonstrated experience successfully supporting vulnerable populations, especially homeless clients with mental disabilities.
BA degree in social work or related field; equivalent experience will be considered.
Minimum of two years’ experience in the human service field, preferably with housing retention barriers such as substance abuse, mental health, and/or income challenges.
Knowledge or willingness to learn HUD requirements, including tenant certifications and/or experience working with HUD-funded properties.
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
Computer proficiency in the use of Microsoft and database applications.
Must have an operational vehicle, auto insurance, valid California driver’s license, and be willing to drive for work.
Must pass LiveScan screening and TB test.
Only candidates authorized to work in the USA without the need for sponsorship will be considered.

Nice To Haves

Bi-lingual in English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

Meet with identified clients to complete housing needs assessments and create plans for obtaining safe, sustainable housing.
Assist clients with “document readiness” (gathering and maintaining verification documents required for housing applications)
Research and identify housing opportunities for clients as requested or needed.
Assist clients in identifying and seeking desirable, appropriate housing options and mitigating screening barriers.
Provide applicants with housing-related resources necessary to obtain and sustain housing placement, including information regarding tenant/landlord rights and responsibilities.
Partner with Department staff and other community partners as needed to ensure coordination of care.
Drive to meet with prospective landlords, complete housing applications, and inspect potential units on an as-needed basis.
Apply knowledge of residential leases to educate clients regarding their rights and responsibilities.
Work with community partners to assess housing barriers and the needs of clients experiencing homelessness who are eligible for services.
Maintain key relationships with community service providers, Probation referral sources, and Coordinated Entry programs.
Develop outreach and marketing strategies to identify landlords and build housing inventory.
Present to interested parties: target audiences will vary but may include faith communities, rental associations, board and care facilities, elected officials, and property management companies.
In partnership with Hope Solutions, brokered housing and property management staff collaborate regarding shared housing resources.
Provide mediation and advocacy with landlords on clients’ behalf to assist with obtaining and/or maintaining housing.
Create and maintain consistent verbal and written communication channels between collaborating parties (i.e., tenant, landlord, referral sources, service agencies, debtors, and creditors).
Professionally represent Hope Solutions in all circumstances.
Comply with all legal/ethical professional guidelines for maintaining consumer confidentiality, adhering to HIPAA guidelines, protecting consumer rights, advocating on consumers’ behalf, and assuring consumer safety.
Comply with all local, state, and federal regulations and Hope Solutions policies and procedures.
Complete required administrative paperwork and reports in a timely and accurate manner.
Attend all required meetings, including but not limited to Hope Solutions staff meetings, team meetings, consumer case conferences, and linkage meetings with other agencies.
Complete required personnel-related paperwork and complete expenditure reports for food supplies, petty cash expenses, and/or mileage in a timely and accurate manner.
Document all services provided in a timely manner.
Assist with data generation for reports and funding applications as needed.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
On-call, after-hours, and backup work may be required.