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    Housing Specialist - Bronx, United States - On Call Counsel

    On Call Counsel
    On Call Counsel Bronx, United States

    1 week ago

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    Description
    On Call Counsel - Job Title: Housing Specialist


    Salary :
    $51,500


    Schedule :
    Hybrid

    On-site 100% for a 3-month probationary period - Monday through Friday, 9 to 5.


    Location:
    Bronx, NY


    Summary:


    Our client, a prominent Bronx-based nonprofit organization, is seeking housing specialists to advance their mission of providing housing intervention and assistance services.

    The successful candidate will be responsible for providing housing services to help clients understand and overcome personal or social issues affecting their housing.

    The housing specialist will cooperate with case managers and legal staff to develop service plans for clients to ensure permanent and stable housing and access to community sources.

    The specialist will be encouraged to be cross-trained and have an understanding of the job functions within the Housing Services Department.


    Responsibilities include:
    Collaborate with program participants to develop service plans that correlate with resolving presenting problems and obstacles to maintaining housing stability

    Assist in client intake, service planning, advocacy, and referral services in the absence of a case manager

    Maintain weekly or bi-weekly contact with clients to follow-up on service plan

    Maintain records monitor case progress and enter case related information into AWARDS Database

    Conduct and/or participate in housing related activities and workshops

    Assist participants with obtaining and reinstating benefits

    Assist participants in identifying financial resources

    Advocate and submit applications for rental assistance grants through charitable organizations

    Compile and submit packages to HRA for Rental Assistance Grants (Exceptions to Policy) and One-Shot Deals

    Make appointments with landlords and other housing agents to ensure individuals have housing leads in the event relocation from current housing is required

    Work collaboratively with legal services staff to identify client readiness on legal proceedings

    Treat all clients, visitors and employees with kindness, respect, and dignity

    Enforce facility rules and regulations to maintain compliance

    Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required

    Maintain confidentiality and professionalism

    Time management and prioritization

    Maintain awareness of new trends and development in social services and related fields

    Perform general clerical duties


    Professional & Personal Qualifications:
    Baccalaureate (Bachelor's) degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or related field with 0+ years of direct social service experience

    Associate degree in Human Service, or related field with 2+ years of direct social service experience preferred but not required

    High School Diploma/General Equivalent Diploma with 4+ years of direct social service experience preferred but not required

    Knowledgeable of the plight of the homeless and special needs populations

    Knowledgeable of case work/case management methodologies

    Proven ability to work collaboratively well with diverse groups

    Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively under pressure

    Strong organizational skills, detail-oriented, and efficient

    Maturity, integrity, and sound judgment

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.

    We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

    Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.

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