Housing & Independence Coordinator

Open Sky Community Services Inc.; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent supervision

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Job summary

Open Sky Community Services in Worcester, MA supports adults facing mental health challenges by helping them secure stable housing, navigate rental subsidies, and achieve independent living.

The role collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to set treatment goals, address barriers to housing, and guide clients through leases and move-in processes, with a strong emphasis on trauma-informed care and client empowerment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required.
• Valid Driver’s License, reliable and insured vehicle, and acceptable driving record, required.
• Reliability, willingness to learn, and being open to new opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Engage with Persons to establish treatment goals and housing barriers.
• Assist Persons in CORI or legal issues that may be a barrier to housing.
• Provide interventions to facilitate movement of Persons into permanent independent housing.
• Assist People served to secure rental subsidies through affordable housing programs.
• Collaborate with the ACCS Integrated Team to establish treatment goals, determine housing and service needs, and eliminate barriers to housing.
• Assist with site visits, application, and lease negotiations.
• Provide education and support to assist Persons in meeting and understanding all lease terms, subsidy requirements and related benefits.
• Support Persons as the move, set up, and maintain the household.
• Collaborate with landlord to ensure apartment is ready for occupancy, perform move-in/out inspection with person served and conduct ongoing safety and cleanliness inspections.

Skills

Reliable

Willing to learn

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Open Sky Community Services in Worcester, MA supports adults facing mental health challenges by helping them secure stable housing, navigate rental subsidies, and achieve independent living.

The role collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to set treatment goals, address barriers to housing, and guide clients through leases and move-in processes, with a strong emphasis on trauma-informed care and client empowerment.