Housing Access Navigator for Independent Living

Vinfen; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Medical coverage (medical/dental/vison

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Vinfen is seeking an ACCS Housing Coordinator to promote community integration by helping adults with psychiatric conditions identify, access, and maintain housing. You will build relationships with landlords, housing authorities, and property managers while using Housing First principles to secure affordable housing resources.

You will provide outreach services to persons served in shelters, on the street, or in temporary housing to assess needs, complete housing profiles, and support tenancy

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s preferred in mental health, social services, or business.
• Experience with people with serious psychiatric conditions preferred.
• Knowledge of housing subsidy programs and housing opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Use recovery-oriented, person-centered approaches to help Housing Solutions (PS) find, get and keep housing.
• Provide outreach to PS across shelters, street, temporary housing, or residential settings to identify housing needs.
• Develop individualized housing plans and assist with subsidies and tenancy maintenance.
• Locate and secure new properties and facilitate rapid housing placement using Housing First principles.
• Document PS needs and services thoroughly and educate family and friends as appropriate.

Skills

Housing subsidies knowledge

Community outreach

Motivational Interviewing

Cultural competence

Relationship building

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree in mental health or related field

Job description

Vinfen is seeking an ACCS Housing Coordinator to promote community integration by helping adults with psychiatric conditions identify, access, and maintain housing. You will build relationships with landlords, housing authorities, and property managers while using Housing First principles to secure affordable housing resources.

You will provide outreach services to persons served in shelters, on the street, or in temporary housing to assess needs, complete housing profiles, and support tenancy