Housing/Intake Specialist – Assessment Site

T E C Industrial Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

T E C Industrial Inc is seeking a Housing/Intake Specialist to support intake, housing assessment, diversion, and placement for clients entering shelter. You will identify immediate housing needs, explore alternatives to shelter, and connect clients to housing resources.

The role requires collaboration with Social Services, Housing staff, DHS, and community partners to ensure clients access appropriate housing options and services. Experience in housing or shelter settings is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or relevant college experience preferred.
• Two years of shelter, housing, intake, or homelessness services experience preferred.
• Experience with CARES or other client management systems such as CAPS, HOMES, CURRENT preferred.
• Strong intake, interviewing, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work with diverse clients and collaborate with DHS and housing providers.
• Trauma-informed, client-centered approach to services.

Responsibilities

• Complete intake and housing-related assessments for clients entering the assessment site.
• Conduct diversion conversations with clients to determine safe and appropriate alternatives to shelter.
• Explore housing options with clients, including returning to a previous residence or other community-based options.
• Identify barriers to housing and develop realistic solutions with the client.
• Provide information and referrals to housing resources, rental assistance, and community programs.
• Assist clients in identifying housing opportunities to avoid shelter or move to permanent housing.
• Coordinate with Housing staff, Case Managers, DHS, and providers to pursue housing opportunities.
• Obtain and review client information, identification, and eligibility documentation.
• Explain intake, assessment, diversion, shelter placement, and housing processes clearly to clients.
• Enter and maintain accurate client information in CARES and other systems.

Skills

Intake interviewing

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Communication

Bilingual

Education

Associate degree in Human Services, Psychology, Housing, Public Administration, or a related field

Tools

CARES

CAPS

HOMES

CURRENT

Job description

• Location 130 3rd Street,Brooklyn, NY, 11231,United States
• Base Pay $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 / Year
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Phone [phone]
• Email [e-mail]

Description

Complete intake and housing-related assessments for clients entering the assessment site.

Conduct diversion conversations with clients to determine whether safe and appropriate alternatives to shelter are available.

Explore potential housing options with clients, including returning to a previous residence, staying with family or friends, shared housing, or other appropriate community-based options.

Identify barriers preventing clients from accessing available housing and work with the client to develop realistic solutions.

Provide information and referrals to housing resources, rental assistance, benefits, community programs, and other services that may support a client in securing or maintaining housing.

Assist clients in identifying housing opportunities that may allow them to avoid shelter placement or move from shelter to permanent housing.

Coordinate with Housing staff, Case Managers, DHS, and community providers to pursue diversion and housing opportunities.

Obtain and review client information, identification, eligibility documentation, and other required paperwork.

Explain the intake, assessment, diversion, shelter placement, and housing process to clients in a clear and respectful manner.

Enter and maintain accurate client information in CARES and other required systems.

Review client housing history, household composition, current housing situation, and barriers to permanent housing.

Identify appropriate shelter and housing options based on the client's needs and eligibility.

Assist with shelter placement and transfers in accordance with DHS policies and site procedures when diversion or other housing options are not available or appropriate.

Follow up on pending documentation, assessments, referrals, diversion plans, and housing opportunities.

Assist clients with obtaining documents needed for housing placement, including identification and other eligibility documents.

Maintain accurate records of all client contacts, assessments, diversion efforts, referrals, and placement activities.

Monitor clients awaiting placement or housing opportunities and communicate updates or concerns to the Director of Housing and Intake.

Ensure all required intake, diversion, and housing documentation is completed timely and accurately.

Provide services using a trauma-informed, client-centered, and respectful approach.

Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Housing and Intake.

Requirements

Associate degree in Human Services, Psychology, Housing, Public Administration, or a related field preferred.

Some college with relevant shelter, housing, intake, or social services experience may be considered.

Minimum of two years of experience working in shelter, housing, intake, assessment, homelessness services, or a related social service setting preferred.

Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness or housing instability preferred.

Knowledge of NYC shelter, housing, and social service systems preferred.

Experience with CARES or other client management and case management systems such as CAPS, HOMES, and CURRENT preferred.

Knowledge of housing resources, diversion services, benefits, rental assistance, and permanent housing programs preferred.

Strong intake, interviewing, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with clients from diverse backgrounds.

Ability to work collaboratively with DHS, housing providers, social service staff, and community-based organizations.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to maintain accurate and timely documentation and protect confidential client information.

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced assessment site and manage multiple client needs simultaneously.

Must demonstrate sound judgment, professionalism, patience, and the ability to maintain appropriate boundaries.

Bilingual skills are a plus.

Summary

The Housing/Intake Specialist is responsible for supporting the intake, housing assessment, diversion, and placement process at the assessment site. This position works directly with clients entering shelter to identify their immediate housing needs, explore alternatives to shelter when appropriate (Diversion), and connect clients to available housing and community resources. The Housing/Intake Specialist works closely with Social Services, Housing staff, Program leadership, DHS, and other service providers to ensure clients are appropriately assessed and connected to the most appropriate housing option.