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Housing Specialist - Long Island City, United States - Phoenix House
Description
Housing Specialist
Job Details
Job Location
Long Island City Residential - Long Island City, NY
Position Type
Part Time
Education Level
Bachelors Degree
Salary Range
$ $30.67 Hourly
Travel Percentage
None
Job Shift
Floater
Job Category
Nonprofit - Social Services
Description
SUMMARY:
The Housing Specialist is responsible for addressing the housing needs of clients residing in Phoenix House of NY. The Housing Specialist assists clients as they transition from rehabilitation to permanent housing. He/she is responsible for identifying permanent housing options, developing and maintaining a database of housing resources, conducting individual sessions and support groups around housing issues, and providing referrals, advocacy, follow-up, and assistance with housing applications. The Housing Specialist also develops partnerships with government and community agencies to help increase clients' access to meaningful housing.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned
Qualifications
REQUIRED EDUCATION
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Phoenix House is an Equal Opportunity Employer providing equality of opportunity to all who are protected against discrimination by law, regulation or executive order, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. EEO is the Law: Applicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination. Click to learn more.