Housing Specialist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or 4 years of mental health and/or specials needs population experience (per site needs).
• One year working in human services field preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid New York State driver’s license.
• Must meet qualifications set by agency’s clean driver record policy.
• Use of personal vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, monitor and update housing support plans to identify which services DePaul is to provide to maximize clients success.
• Assists in linkage to any necessary support services such as mental health treatment, medical, vocational and educational services.
• Networks with support services such as mental health treatment, medical, vocational and educational services.
• Assists clients in accessing and keeping all financial entitlements they are eligible for.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records.
• Assists the other staff in the building by performing essential duties in their absence.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Attend county SPOA meetings as part of DePaul’s intake team to help with admission decisions.
• Assess referrals to determine if SP SRO is an appropriate level of care for individuals.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
• 403B Employer Match
• Employee Discount Programs
• Free Parking
• Staff Recognition Programs