Housing Assistant

Delaware Opportunities; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,185 - 33,613; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

A local community organization in New York is seeking a full-time Housing Quality Specialist to aid clients in applying for the House Choice Voucher program and conducting unit inspections. Responsibilities include maintaining up-to-date knowledge of program regulations, preparing recertification notices, and conducting tenant briefings. Ideal candidates should possess organizational skills, two years of relevant experience, and a high school diploma with further qualifications in human services. Competitive hourly pay and various benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Two years’ secretarial experience in human services or housing fields.
• Ability to learn, interpret, and apply regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist people in applying for the House Choice Voucher program.
• Perform unit inspections and process annual recertifications.
• Maintain accurate and complete files for program participants.

Skills

Secretarial skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma and Family Development Credential

Associates degree in a related field

Coursework toward a Bachelor's Degree in Human Services

Job description

Delaware Opportunities' Housing Department is seeking a full time Housing Quality Specialist to join our team!

The primary responsibilities of the Housing Quality Specialist II are assisting people in applying for the House Choice Voucher program, performing unit inspections, and processing annual recertifications for the housing program. The ideal candidate will work well with others, be detail-oriented, and a good multi tasker.

Job Duties

• Maintain up to date knowledge of Section 8 program regulations
• Assist walk ins with paperwork, answering program questions, etc.
• Obtain all information and documentation for completion of initial applications or recertifications including verification of income and family composition in accordance with the federal preference regulations and administrative plan
• Make referrals to other services to meet client needs
• Maintain and utilize accurate waiting lists using computer system in accordance with Federal preference regulations and Delaware Opportunities Housing Office procedures
• Maintain accurate and complete files and records for all current program participants as well as maintaining inactive files for seven years; dispose of files after seven years
• Conduct tenant briefings to provide program information regarding eligibility, tenant/owner responsibilities, method of program operation, equal opportunity, fair housing and Federal Privacy Act rights; assure that clients and landlords receive tenant/landlord packages containing all information required by HUD
• Conduct housing quality inspections as required for Section 8 rental assistance
• Inform landlords, tenants and other program staff of housing inspection results and required improvements
• Prepare and mail all recertification notices
• Perform other similar or associated duties as required or directed

Qualifications

• Secretarial skills, including the ability to type, file, and operate office machinery
• Ability to learn, interpret, and apply regulations
• Good organizational and communication skills

Experience

• Two years’ secretarial experience in human services or housing fields and/or Family Development Credential

Education/Licensure/Certifications

• High school diploma and Family Development Credential and/or
• Associates degree in a related field and/or Course work toward a Bachelors Degree in Human Services, Human Development, Psychology, or a similar field

Pay & Schedule

• $20.46 - $24.40 per hour
• 35 hours/week, Monday - Friday

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

To Apply

Please submit your application and resume to [e-mail]

Applications are available on our website at www.delawareopportunities.org or may be picked up in person at:

For questions, please contact Virginia Perez at [phone].

Equal Opportunity Employer

Delaware Opportunities, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, or disability.