Housing & Entitlements Specialist, Community Treatment

Sheppard Pratt; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental and vision benefits

403b retirement match

Generous paid time off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Sheppard Pratt is hiring an Entitlements and Housing Specialist for Chesapeake Connections. The role supports members in obtaining entitlements, developing budgets, and securing suitable housing aligned with each member’s level of care.

Responsibilities include coordinating with DSS and Social Security, assisting with housing inspections, and building relationships with landlords. Strong organizational skills and knowledge of mental health services are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 2+ years of related work experience; bachelor’s degree preferred in social work, psychology, counseling, or related field.
• Valid driver’s license with 3 points or less and access to an insured vehicle.
• Knowledge and understanding of severe and persistent mental illness.
• Proficient computer skills; working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assist members in accessing entitlements and benefits, initiating applications, gathering records, and tracking status.
• Coordinate with DSS, Social Security, and other agencies to secure entitlements.
• Coordinate medical insurance, food stamps, and Section 8 needs with members.
• Meet with members and staff to resolve money issues and manage personal budgets.
• Identify assisted living options, screen for suitability, and maintain current licensures and facility lists.
• Establish relationships with landlords and rental agents for housing opportunities for members.
• Serve as a liaison to treatment teams on housing issues and support housing acclimation for members.
• Provide transportation to members using a personal or agency vehicle.

Skills

Computer skills

People communication

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Shift: Day shift| Job Location Type: In Person
Chesapeake Connections helps people achieve success in their community through the right combination of mental health services and support programs. Our team-based approach to care provides creative solutions for client’s needs, providing the best chance at success in their treatment or recovery.

What to expect.

The Entitlements and Housing Specialist is responsible for assisting members in pursuing entitlements/benefits as well as developing and maintaining personal budgets. This role will also be responsible for developing contacts and resources for safe, affordable housing suitable to the appropriate level of care for individual members.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Assists members in accessing entitlements, initiating application, gathering relevant records, monitoring status, and communicating results to members and team.
• Networks with institutional representatives at DSS, Social Security, etc. to secure entitlements.
• Coordinates medical insurance, food stamps, and Section 8 needs.
• Meets with members and staff to resolve all money issues.
• Develops, updates, and modifies, personalized budgets for members.
• Teaches members personal financial management skills.
• Identify assisted living providers, screen for suitability, maintain proof of current licensures, and maintain an up-to-date list of available facilities including all relevant information (cost, clients served, location, etc).
• Assist with housing inspections.
• Identify and develop relationships with landlords/rental agents and boarding facilities renting or interested in renting to program members.
• Serve as a liaison and resource to the treatment teams/staff regarding all housing issues.
• Support member with acclimating to their new housing arrangement.
• Provide transportation to members in a personal vehicle and/or agency-owned vehicle as assigned.

What we need from you.

• A high school diploma and two years of related work experience. A bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or related field is preferred.
• Valid driver's license with 3 points or less and access to an insured vehicle.
• Knowledge and understanding of severe and persistent mental illness.
• Computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

Pay for this position is a flat rate of $21.37/hr.

What you'll get from us.

• A commitment to professional development, including a comprehensive tuition reimbursement program to support ongoing education and licensure and/or certification preparation
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits for benefit eligible positions
• 403b retirement match
• Generous paid-time-off for benefit eligible positions
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous mileage reimbursement program

WHY SHEPPARD PRATT?

At Sheppard Pratt, we are more than just a workplace. We are a community of healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing hope and healing to individuals facing life’s challenges. Join us and be a part of a mission that changes lives!