Housing Specialist

Voa Gny; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Prescription coverage

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Paid Birthday Holiday

Job summary

VOA–Greater New York is seeking a Housing Specialist to assure housing readiness for clients by implementing trainings and developing permanent housing options in both public and private sectors. Location is Bronx, NY 10451.

Minimum qualifications include an associate degree or 60 college credits with two years in housing placement services, knowledge of federal housing guidelines, and a valid drivers license. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or 60 college credits with two years of related experience in housing placement services for low-income and/or homeless population, or satisfactory combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of federal guidelines for public and private low-income housing required.
• Clean and valid drivers license; must maintain agency authorized drivers status.
• Conduct housing eligibility assessments of all applicable clients.
• Develop linkages with real estate companies and office of public housing.
• Maintain and update listings of permanent affordable housing.
• Develop and facilitate client workshops and individual sessions on skills and information necessary to acquire and maintain independent permanent housing.
• Track placements and conduct follow up of clients placed into permanent housing.

Responsibilities

• Assure housing readiness of clients by implementing trainings and developing permanent housing options in both public and private sectors.
• Develop and facilitate client workshops and individual sessions on skills and information necessary to acquire and maintain permanent housing.
• Track placements and conduct follow up of clients placed into permanent housing.
• Maintain listings of permanent affordable housing and develop linkages with real estate companies and housing offices.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal comm.

Valid drivers license

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Associates degree or 60 college credits with two years related experience

Job description

Volunteers of America–Greater New York (VOA–Greater New York) is a leading anti-poverty organization serving neighbors in need across New York City, Northern New Jersey, and Westchester. Through 70+ programs, we support over 35,000 adults and children each year, including individuals experiencing homelessness, survivors of domestic violence, youth aging out of foster care, veterans, seniors, and children with developmental delays.

Our staff are at the heart of this work, creating meaningful change every day. If you’re passionate about making a difference and joining a mission-driven team, we invite you to explore this opportunity.

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the following position:

Position: Housing Specialist

The Housing Specialist assures housing readiness of clients by implementing appropriate trainings and developing permanent housing options in both public and private sectors.

Location: Bronx, NY 10451

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree or 60 college credits with two years of related experience in housing placement services for low-income and/or homeless population, or satisfactory combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of federal guidelines for public and private low-income housing required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Clean and valid driver’s license.Must maintain agency authorized driver’s status.
• Conduct housing eligibility assessments of all applicable clients.
• Develop linkages with real estate companies and office of public housing.
• Maintain and update listings of permanent affordable housing.
• Develop and facilitate client workshops and individual sessions on skills and information necessary to acquire and maintain independent permanent housing.
• Track placements and conduct follow up of clients placed into permanent housing.

We are committed to offering our employees an exceptional comprehensive benefits package that supports their health, well-being, and personal growth. Full-time employees enjoy:

• Prescription Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off, including a Paid Birthday Holiday

VOA-Greater New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets/Disabled/Other Protected Categories. Apply today!