Housing Specialist - Bronx, United States - Abbott House

Abbott House

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Bronx, United States

1 day ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

About Abbott House

Abbott House is an innovative community-based organization that helps children, families, adults and people with intellectual and developmental disabilities with complex needs build lasting foundations for a promising future.

We operate programs in the New York Metropolitan area and Hudson Valley.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct mandated and enhanced housing Training Workshops.
Develop workshops and seminars which teach young adults how to locate and obtain housing, read apartment ads, and negotiate with landlords and realtors.
Conduct housing assessments and develop individual housing plans for youth referred by Life Skills Specialists and/or Social Workers.
Develop relationships with community organizations offering transitional housing and make appropriate referrals.

- initial interview
- second interview
- apartment search
- negotiation with landlord
- preparing financial documents o inspection of apartment
- signing leases
- actual move-in

Arrange and attend housing interviews.
Establish relationship with ACS housing personnel.
Work effectively with management companies, real estate offices, and supportive/transitional housing programs to meet the needs of youth.
Meet weekly with the Educational and Employment Specialists to discuss all youth over age 20.
Obtain current information about housing programs in a geographical area in which the youth resides.

About You

Possession of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university required. Experience working with youth in Foster Care preferred
Must possess a valid NYS Drivers license at the time of appointment and maintain such license for the duration of employment. Must be willing to work flexible hours.
Working knowledge of the modern principles and practices of social work with youth;
Working knowledge of researching and engaging community services;
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships;
Ability to communicate effectively with SED population;
Ability to plan and collaborate with youth and their team;
Computer literacy and familiarity with Connx;
Ability to plan, lead, conduct groups with youth and adult training sessions;
Ability to make oral and written reports;
Very Good judgment;
Ability to model and present professionally;
Good assessment and interviewing and counseling skills;
Excellent communication skills necessary;
Administrative experience and ability to work independently required;