Housing Specialist: Recovery-Focused Resident Support

Marion County Public Health Department; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center in Indianapolis seeks a Housing Specialist to support admission, onboarding, and orientation for residents. You will maintain a safe milieu, facilitate recovery activities, and coordinate with a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes recovery-oriented care, crisis intervention, and collaboration with community resources. Part-time schedule may include weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of behavioral health or substance use disorder treatment experience.
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification is required or an equivalent.
• Valid Indiana driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Advocates for residents and builds community resources.
• Engages residents using recovery-oriented approaches and motivational interviewing.
• Assists residents with activities of daily living.
• Provides crisis management and safety interventions.
• May transport residents as directed by the treatment team.
• Communicates progress and barriers to care teams and leadership.
• Supports medication self-administration and meal preparation.
• Maintains a safe milieu and completes required documentation.
• Completes continuing education requirements.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Crisis intervention

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

EMT certification

Bachelor's or Associate's degree

Job description

Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center in Indianapolis seeks a Housing Specialist to support admission, onboarding, and orientation for residents. You will maintain a safe milieu, facilitate recovery activities, and coordinate with a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes recovery-oriented care, crisis intervention, and collaboration with community resources. Part-time schedule may include weekend shifts.