Bilingual Housing Mobility Coach for Families

Pathstone-Corporation

Varick Homes (NY)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 60,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Pathstone Corporation's Housing Council Mobility Program is seeking a Mobility Coordinator to provide housing and financial coaching to families with Housing Choice Vouchers. The MC guides families as they choose neighborhoods, prepare applications, search for homes, and transition to new neighborhoods, while hosting workshops and coordinating with other program staff.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in social work or related field with 1 year of relevant experience (or 6+ years in

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Social Services, Psychology or a similar field, and at least 1 year of relevant work experience; or 6 or more years of previous work experience in a similar field.
Direct practice experience is required.
Knowledge of Housing Choice Voucher program is preferred.
Knowledge of local, state, or federal safety net programs.

Responsibilities

Support participants with Housing Choice Vouchers and assist them in moving to an opportunity area, including assessing participants' strengths and barriers to moving, referring to outside service agencies, and helping to maintain motivation when participants are faced with challenges.
Assist families in developing goals and assess their progress as steps are taken toward achieving individual goals.
Provide ongoing support to participants as they navigate the housing search process.
Assist participants in contacting property owners, assist with rental applications and accompany to tours on an individual basis.
Host group workshops developed by the program that support the housing search journey.
Perform post-move in-home check-ins and consequent follow-ups.
Work with other program staff to communicate with property owners and participants. Assist in resolving concerns that may arise. Brainstorm with the team to identify possible solutions as needed.
Track participant and property owner data using the designated program database.
Must be able to review regulations, interpret program information, and produce information needed for reporting.
Position is responsible for all relevant program compliance with the Housing Choice Voucher and Housing Counseling Programs.
Participate in interviews by the research partner and other research related activities as requested.
Other duties, as assigned.