Housing Specialist

Familylinks; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 64.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Low to no cost medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Generous PTO

Paid holidays & training

Employee recognition program

Employee referral program

Tuition reimbursement & student loan-

403(b) retirement plan w/ employer 2%

Career advancement opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Familylinks in Western Pennsylvania seeks a Housing Coordinator for the Homeless Prevention Program to coordinate support services, assess eligibility, document requirements, and manage housing referrals.

You will conduct monthly face-to-face meetings, maintain case records, enter HMIS data, and collaborate with county funders. A bachelor’s degree is preferred and 2+ years in homeless services is desired; driving is required.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field preferred.
• 2+ years’ homeless population experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transport.
• Flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
• MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and HMIS experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-directed with problem-solving abilities.

Aufgaben

• Accept referrals via Alleghenylink and review applications for eligibility.
• Collect required documentation from clients.
• Inspect apartments to meet county requirements.
• Submit client rental vouchers for reimbursement.
• Refer clients to job training, education, and housing options.
• Maintain case records and progress notes.
• Complete service plans and documentation.
• Advocate for clients to access services.
• Recertify eligibility annually.
• Meet clients monthly and document interactions.
• Coordinate with contract monitors and county funders.
• Enter monthly data in HMIS and report outcomes.

Kenntnisse

Communication

Presentation skills

Written and verbal communication

Problem solving

Self-directed

Flexibility

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

HMIS

Jobbeschreibung

Are you passionate about making a real difference in your community? Familylinks is seeking a dedicated, compassionate individuals to help us continue this mission. Join our team as aHousing Specialistin our Homeless Prevention Program, and be a part of providing crucial support to families in need, ensuring they have the resources to remain safe, stable, and together.

The Housing Coordinator is primarily responsible for coordinating support services to participants in the housing program. The main duties include assessments, resource supports, service planning and monitoring supports for the participants.

About Familylinks:

For over six decades, Familylinks has served the diverse communities of Western Pennsylvania. Last year alone, we supported over 11,000 people of all ages, backgrounds, and beliefs. Our mission is to positively impact lives through integrated community, behavioral, and social programs. We seek dedicated and passionate individuals to help us continue making a difference. Familylinks offers family-centered services in Behavioral Health, Service Coordination, Youth and Family, and Aging Services.

What perks does Familylinks offer?

• Opportunity for low to no cost medical insurance
• Free Dental/Vision Insurance
• Generous PTO
• Paid Holidays, Clearances, and Training
• Employee Recognition Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement and Eligibility for Student Loan Forgiveness
• Optional 403(b) Retirement Plan w/ Employer Match
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Housing Coordinator Responsibilities:

• Accept referrals thought the Alleghenylink, review applications and interview potential clients for program eligibility and admission.
• Secure eligibility data collection documentation requirements from clients.
• Inspect identified apartments to meet county requirements prior to admission and during involvement in the housing program.
• Submission of client rental vouchers for reimbursement.
• Make client referrals for job training, education, supportive services, and housing options.
• Maintain case records/files on each client admitted to the program.
• Completion of client service plan and progress notes.
• Advocacy on behalf of clients to access other services.
• Annual eligibility recertification
• Face to face meeting with clients at least monthly and document (service verification).
• Participate in county audits and ongoing communications with contract monitor.
• Complete required reports to the county funders or any requested or assigned reports.
• Participate in all staff development, training and meetings as required.
• Enter monthly data requirements in HMIS.
• Enter and track all outcome information.
• Participation in HUD meetings and training.

Housing Coordinator Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or a Social Service related field is preferred however; applicable experience with housing programs will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• 2+ years’ experience and knowledge working with the homeless population is preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License and access to reliable transportation.
• This position must be available to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends as needed.
• Solid computer skills including experience with Microsoft products such as Outlook, Word, Excel and the Allegheny County HMIS.
• Presentation skills and a professional manner along with the ability to interact with a diverse group of applicants and landlords are also required.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Self-directed, flexible with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Support the organization’s mission along with sensitivity of cultural and workplace harmony.