Housing Specialist - Family Shelter

Tandym Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in New York City seeks a dedicated Housing Specialist for a family shelter in Brooklyn. The role involves maintaining client relationships, conducting housing searches, and supporting clients in achieving their housing goals. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's Degree or relevant experience, along with First Aid/CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or 2 years of relevant experience required.
• First Aid / CPR certification needed.
• Certification in Overdose Prevention is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain client relationships and ensure confidentiality.
• Conduct housing searches and support clients in achieving housing goals.
• Document all client interactions and generate required reports.

Skills

Client relationships

Confidentiality

Community resources

Counseling

Education

Bachelor's Degree

2 years of experience

Job description

2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

A nonprofit organization in New York City is currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate professional to join one of their growing family shelters in Brooklyn as a Housing Specialist .

About the Opportunity:

• Start Date: ASAP
• Schedule: Tuesday to Saturday
• Hours: 9am-5pm with late night Thursday 1pm-9pm
• Setting: Family Shelter

Responsibilities:

• Maintain client relationships while ensuring confidentiality.
• Adhere to Universal Precautions and Standard Protocols.
• Comply with Federal, State, City, and organizational privacy and security policies.
• Act as a liaison to external organizations for education, healthcare, housing, and social services.
• Support clients in achieving housing goals through referrals and community resources.
• Conduct housing searches, including contacting landlords and exploring listings.
• Develop and facilitate housing-related workshops and materials.
• Provide individualized counseling and organize presentations from housing experts.
• Build connections with community organizations and landlords.
• Evaluate housing packages and ensure readiness for move-ins, including payments and conditions.
• Escort clients to housing-related appointments.
• Follow up post-move to ensure client stability.
• Conduct intake, needs assessments, and re-evaluations for clients.
• Maintain and update client files, ensuring documentation compliance.
• Collaborate with clients to revise independent living plans and address barriers.
• Monitor client progress through regular meetings and update relevant databases.
• Document all client interactions and generate required reports.
• Assist clients with applications for benefits and entitlements.
• Coordinate with referral organizations to track progress

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or 2 years of experience
• First Aid / CPR certification

Desired Skills:

• Certification in Overdose Prevention
• Previous experience in a Shelter setting

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Individual and Family Services

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