Housing Access & Subsidies Specialist
Eliot Community Human Services
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Job summary
Eliot Community Human Services seeks an experienced Housing Specialist to join its Adult Community Clinical Services (ACCS) team. The role focuses on building partnerships with landlords, housing authorities, and DMH to secure stable housing for adults with serious mental illness.
The ideal candidate will guide clients through complex housing processes with empathy, manage subsidies, and educate staff about entitlements. Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm; salary $49,358 USD.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or related field.
- Experience working in a residential setting with adults experiencing severe mental illness.
Responsibilities
- Build and maintain relationships with landlords, housing authorities, housing advocates, and DMH to support individuals in securing housing.
- Educate agency staff on housing subsidies, entitlements, and available housing opportunities.
- Track and manage all housing subsidies, including public and contract-based rental assistance.
- Assist teams and individuals in obtaining state and federal housing subsidies and navigating the application process.
- Support housing searches and ensure services are culturally and linguistically appropriate to meet individual needs.
Education
Job description
Eliot Community Human Services seeks an experienced Housing Specialist to join its Adult Community Clinical Services (ACCS) team. The role focuses on building partnerships with landlords, housing authorities, and DMH to secure stable housing for adults with serious mental illness.
The ideal candidate will guide clients through complex housing processes with empathy, manage subsidies, and educate staff about entitlements. Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm; salary $49,358 USD.
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