Housing Specialist

Westhab, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

An established community development organization is seeking a passionate Housing Specialist to work at a homeless shelter in Queens, NY. This role involves collaborating with clients to secure permanent housing and ensuring compliance with housing laws. You will interface with landlords, manage relationships, and assist clients in navigating housing options. Join a dedicated team focused on empowering vulnerable community members and making a significant impact in their lives. If you are ready to take on challenges and contribute to meaningful change, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing housing for special needs populations.
• Knowledge of applicable housing and disability laws is essential.

Responsibilities

• Interface with landlords to establish working relationships.
• Ensure compliance with housing laws and building codes.
• Develop and maintain a database of available housing options.

Skills

Negotiating lease agreements

Knowledge of housing laws

Bilingual English/Spanish

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Job Description

JOB TITLE: Housing Specialist

FLSA: Non-Exempt

DIVISION: Services

REPORTS TO: Shelter Director

LOCATION: Queens, NY

SALARY: $45,000.00 to $52,000.00

SUMMARY:

This position will work out of a homeless shelter located in Queens, NY. The Housing Specialist is responsible for working with clients to identify permanent housing. Proof of COVID-19 vaccinations required.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Interfaces with landlord and management companies to establish working relationships.
2. Create and maintain liaison with DHS Housing Placement Unit.
3. Oversees landlord and management company compliance with housing laws, building codes, and lease agreements.
4. Works with Case Management to identify clients ready for housing.
5. Resolves crises or conflicts with landlords and management relationships.
6. Ensures fair housing standards are maintained in securing apartments.
7. Develops and maintains a database of available housing options.
8. Identifies new housing opportunities through ongoing networks.
9. Prepares and coordinates reports related to housing codes and compliance.
10. Informs Case Management of unit readiness and client issues.
11. Prepares housing packages and collaborates with Case Management on applications, assisting with document access.

Experience, Education, and Requirements

Experience should include negotiating lease agreements and providing housing for special needs populations. Knowledge of applicable housing and disability laws is essential. Must possess a valid driver’s license. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Agency Profile & Employee Expectations

Westhab is a community development organization providing housing and supportive services for over 10,000 vulnerable community members annually. We are committed to our mission - Building Communities. Changing Lives. Working at Westhab is demanding; our expectations are high. We focus on empowerment and impact. Applicants should be prepared for the challenges and expectations of our team. (EOE)

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

Westhab complies with OSHA standards to ensure safe working conditions and hazard-free workplaces.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Non-profit Organization Management

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