Housing Specialist

Davita Inc.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in supportive housing is hiring a Housing Specialist to oversee clients in their SP SRO housing program. The role involves developing support plans, linking clients to necessary services, and maintaining accurate records. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly wage and a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Generous PTO & Paid Holidays

403B Employer Match

Employee Discount Programs

Free Parking

Staff Recognition Programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4 years of relevant experience.
• One year in human services preferred.
• Valid NY State driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor housing support plans for clients.
• Assist clients in accessing financial entitlements.
• Maintain accurate records.

Skills

Communication

Networking

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Housing Specialist

Job Locations

US-NY-Buffalo

Category

Supported Housing

Type

Regular Full-Time

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Shift

Days

Department

Supported Housing

Corporation Name

DePaul Community Services (DCS)

Overview

The Pan-American Square Apartments are now hiring a full-time Housing Specialist! The Housing Specialist is responsible for the oversight of clients enrolled in the Supported Housing portion of the SP SRO housing.

Why work for DePaul?

Make a positive difference in someone's life
• Supportive work environment
• We value diversity
• Opportunity for professional development and career advancement
• Excellent benefits
• Competitive pay rate from $23-$23.60/hour

Responsibilities

DIRECT SERVICE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Develop, monitor and update housing support plans to identify which services DePaul is to provide to maximize clients success.
2. Assists in linkage to any necessary support services such as mental health treatment, medical, vocational and educational services.
3. Networks with support services such as mental health treatment, medical, vocational and educational services.
4. Assists clients in accessing and keeping all financial entitlements they are eligible for.
5. Maintain accurate, up-to-date records.
6. Assists the other staff in the building by performing essential duties in their absence.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.

ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Attend county SPOA meetings as part of DePaul's intake team to help with admission decisions.
Assess referrals to determine if SP SRO is an appropriate level of care for individuals.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree or 4 years of mental health and/or specials needs population experience (per site needs).

Experience: One year working in human services field preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Other: Valid New York State driver's license. Must meet qualifications set by agency's clean driver record policy. Use of personal vehicle required.

Work Environment

This role is Monday-Friday.

Benefits

This position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Generous PTO & Paid Holidays, 403B Employer Match, Employee Discount Programs, Free Parking and Staff Recognition Programs.