Housing Specialist (Braintree)

Nashville Public Radio; Braintree (MA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

OCES is expanding services to the south shore area and seeks a Housing Specialist to work with our Housing team on-site. The role focuses on linking residents to community programs, coordinating multidisciplinary care, and managing emergency services while developing outreach and social program plans.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in human services (elder population preferred), a Bachelor's in Social Work or related field, and is open to bilingual requirements for one location.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in the human services field, preferably with the elder population.
• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field preferred.
• Current Social Work License preferred; bilingual abilities (Haitian Creole or Cape Verde Creole) preferred for one location.

Responsibilities

• Review the needs of residents to link to community programs and services, improving quality of life and general well-being.
• Develop and maintain close working relationships with the LHA, site tenant association(s), OCES' Care Manager, and other community providers.
• Serve as the Multi-disciplinary Assessment Team Leader and meet with the team regularly to assure coordination of services for residents.
• Manage the provision of emergency and one-time only service(s) for residents as appropriate.
• Serve as liaison between LHA and OCES.
• Participate and/or facilitate care conferences with residents, family, and other participants to educate about service needs and resources.
• Complete required reports for OCES, HA and other funding sources as needed.
• Develop and implement outreach/marketing plans.
• Plan and coordinate structured social, educational, and recreational programs.
• Prepare and distribute a periodic newsletter to keep residents informed of planned activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

People skills

Adaptability

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

OCES is growing! We are expanding to 11 more towns covering the south shore area, including Quincy, Braintree, Weymouth, etc.

OCES supports older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing vital information and coordination of services. By promoting healthy, safe living for our consumers, we hope to allow them to stay active and engaged in their lives and in their own communities for as long as possible.

Our mission: Through the talents of an experienced and diverse workforce, OCES supports the independence and dignity of older adults and individuals with disabilities by providing essential information and services that promote healthy, safe living which positively impacts our community.

We are seeking a Housing Specialist who enjoys working in the community to work with our Housing team to ensure services and support to residents on-site.

What You Will Do

• Review the needs of residents to link to community programs and services, improving quality of life and general well-being.
• Develop and maintain close working relationships with the LHA, site tenant association(s), OCES' Care Manager, and other community providers.
• Serve as the Multi-disciplinary Assessment Team Leader and meet with the team regularly to assure coordination of services for residents.
• Manage the provision of emergency and one-time only service(s) for residents as appropriate.
• Serve as liaison between LHA and OCES
• Participate and/or facilitate care conferences with residents, family, and other participants to educate about service needs, provide and solicit advice about specific resident issues and resources, and resolve conflicts.
• Complete required reports for OCES, HA and other funding sources as needed.
• Develop and implement outreach/marketing plans.
• Plan and coordinate structured social, educational, and recreational programs.
• Prepare and distribute a periodic newsletter to keep residents informed of planned activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring

• Your passion for helping others and desire to make a difference
• Adaptability to be able to change as the needs of consumers and/or programs change
• At least two years of experience in the human services field preferably with the elder population
• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field preferred
• Current Social Work License preferred.
• Bilingual a plus; Haitian Creole or Cape Verde Creole is preferred for one location

What You'll Get

• Ability to work with an enthusiastic team of like-minded individuals
• Opportunity to develop professionally in your chosen career
• Great work/life balance: 35-hour work week with some flexibility; standard M-F workweek
• Hybrid work environment (home, office and home visits).
• Exceptional benefits: health benefits available on day 1; generous paid time off policies; company paid LTD and life insurances, 401K plan

OCES is an open, welcoming organization that respects our diversity.