Housing Specialist

SEBCO; New York (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

SEBCO in the Bronx is hiring a Full-Time Housing Specialist for the NYC Department of Homeless Services Bronx Men’s Shelter. The role focuses on helping residents transition from temporary housing to permanent housing by coordinating services and supports.

You will conduct housing assessments, educate tenants on rights, facilitate re-housing workshops, and provide comprehensive case management including housing applications and subsidies, while maintaining detailed records and follow-ups.

Qualifications

• Experience in housing, real estate, or related field.
• Experience building relationships with city agencies and landlords.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience with homeless population.
• Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct housing assessments to evaluate readiness and needs.
• Facilitate housing workshops and provide information on re-housing and tenancy.
• Educate tenants on rights under housing laws and regulations.
• Provide comprehensive case management including housing applications and subsidies.
• Maintain detailed case notes and ensure regular follow-ups with residents.

Skills

Housing experience

Agency relationships

Case management

Bilingual English/Spanish

Tenant education

Education

Associate/Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Job Description

Men’s Homeless Shelter

The New York City Department of Homeless Services Bronx Men’s Homeless Shelter seeks to hire a Full-Time Housing Specialist who will assist residents in seeking and obtaining services available throughout their transition from temporary housing to permanent housing. The candidate must be knowledgeable and experienced with the DHS/OTDA system.

Position Summary

The Housing Specialist will:

• Conduct housing assessments to evaluate participants’ housing readiness, and overall needs.
• Facilitate housing workshops and provide accurate information regarding re-housing, public benefits, and tenancy-related matters.
• Educate tenants on their rights under applicable government regulations and housing laws.
• Provide comprehensive case management services, including assisting clients with applications for housing, rental assistance, and subsidy programs.
• Maintain detailed and accurate case notes, ensuring consistent daily and weekly follow-ups with residents regarding transitional goals and housing interviews.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in housing, real estate, or a related field.
• Experience building and maintaining relationships with citywide agencies and landlords.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with the homeless population.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred.

Schedule Options

• Monday to Friday:
• • 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Company Description

Thriving Bronx Based (CBO) Not For Profit Affordable Housing Developer has been in successful operation for over 50 years. SEBCO developed one of the first Section 8 Projects in the United States right here in the South Bronx. SEBCO's basic mission is to develop and maintain affordable housing in the Bronx and provide supportive services and security to our residents and the entire neighborhood.
SEBCO has two new ground up construction projects in the pipeline as well as several refinancing of current developments that are in progress currently. SEBCO also sponsors three (3) DHS homeless shelters and a DFTA lunch program for senior citizens as well as an NPP grant. SEBCO and its staff are committed to improving the local community through development and investment not only in the properties but also in the people who work and live in our developments.