HCBS Housing Specialist

Sunbehavioral; Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid time off

Major medical, dental & vision insurance

Life Insurance

Short term & long-term insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Sunbehavioral seeks a full-time HCBS Housing Specialist in Statesville, NC. This position requires a High School Diploma or GED, with preferred qualifications including a bachelor's degree and NC Certified Peer Support Certification. Key responsibilities include helping clients maintain stable housing and providing support to adults with mental illness or substance abuse issues. The role offers competitive pay, extensive benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience working with adults who have a mental illness and/or substance abuse diagnosis.
• Valid Driver’s License and insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Assist members in finding and maintaining stable housing.
• Provide support for adults with severe mental illness.
• Be available for crisis situations.
• Work with community resources to assist members.

Skills

General knowledge regarding Assertive Community Treatment Teams

Knowledge of recovery principles

Knowledge of community resources

Ability to express ideas clearly

Crisis intervention skills

Understanding of funding sources

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in related field

NC state approved training for Housing and Tenancy Supports

NC Certified Peer Support Certification

Job description

HCBS Housing Specialist# HCBS Housing SpecialistSTRATEGIC INTERVENTIONS - STATESVILLE - STATESVILLE, NC 28677## OverviewPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftDays## Housing Specialist**Education**:High School Diploma or GED is required. A bachelor’s or master’s degree in related field is preferred. NC state approved training for Housing and Tenancy Supports is required. NC Certified Peer Support Certification is required in leu of a bachelor’s degree.**Work experience**:A minimum of 1 year experience working with adults who have a mental illness and/or substance abuse diagnosis. **Knowledge, Skills & Abilities****:** General knowledge regarding Assertive Community Treatment Teams and the services that are provided. Knowledge of recovery principles. Knowledge of community resources concentrating on housing opportunities. Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely. Possess knowledge of interventions needed for the members to find and maintain stable housing. Ability to be available for crisis situations. Understanding funding sources and various housing grants for members is essential to this position.**Travel Requirements**:Valid Driver’s License and insurance required. Travel will vary depending on the daily schedule for this position. All travel is in the community where the members live and work.**Why apply at Strategic Interventions, LLC?*** Competitive Payrates!* A supportive, positive, and inclusive company culture* Meaningful Work: Become part of a company that makes a positive impact on society and offers meaningful and fulfilling work.* Learning and Development Opportunities: Access to training programs, mentorship, and continuous learning opportunities to enhance employees’ skills and knowledge.**Benefits**:We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees:* 401(k)* Paid time off* Paid Holidays* Major medical, dental & vision insurance* Life Insurance* Short term & long-term insurance* Employee Assistance ProgramStrategic Interventions, LLC is a leading behavioral health provider in North Carolina serving adults with severe and persistent mental illness. Strategic Interventions currently provides services in eight offices from Asheville to Roanoke Rapids. To learn more about us, visit our website at https://www.strategicshc.com/**Equal Employment Opportunity**Strategic Interventions is committed to the principle of Equal Employment Opportunity for all employees and applicants. It is our policy to ensure that both current and prospective employees are afforded equal employment opportunity without consideration of race, religious creed, color, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, or disability in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.---**Americans with Disabilities Act**Applicants and employees who are or become disabled must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The organization shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case‐by‐case basis in accordance with applicable law.#IND123