Housing Specialist Sec. 8

Pacific Clinics; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 38,889; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) match

Job summary

Pacific Clinics is seeking a Housing Specialist for its Housing Services program in Pasadena, CA. Responsibilities include outreach, screening for Section 8/Shelter Plus Care, managing the application process, and ensuring the right match of supportive services while coordinating housing searches and follow-ups with case managers.

The position requires an associate degree in a mental health field or equivalent experience, strong outreach and communication skills, and a willingness to work within

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a mental health related field or 1 year of related experience with case management services, housing, homeless and mentally ill populations.
• Demonstrated ability to relate to a culturally diverse clientele and staff.
• Bilingual skill in the appropriate language for the Clinics’ clients is highly preferred.
• Must be able to work under minimal supervision.
• Strong community outreach skills.

Responsibilities

• Screen referrals/applicants for Shelter Plus Care, Homeless Section 8 program eligibility requirements, including certification of homelessness and verification of disabilities.
• Conduct housing search and relocation services for all program participants.
• Builds library/list of open/available apartment units for Section 8 consumers to assist all candidates in obtaining permanent housing.
• Researches and develops housing library/list of open/available units for emergency/transitional shelters to assist housing placement.

Skills

Community outreach

Verbal & written communication

Documentation skills

Culturally diverse clientele

Bilingual preferred

Education

Associate degree (mental health related)

Job description

Overview

Schedule

Monday through Friday, from 8:30am to 5pm.

Compensation We Offer

• The initial compensation range is $23 to $28.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and internal equity considerations.
• 7.5% Bilingual Differential for qualified positions.

Benefits We Offer

• Benefits eligibility starts on day one.
• Robust benefits package, including medical, dental, vision.
• 401(k) Employer Match up to 4%.
• Competitive Time Off Plans.
• Eligibility requirements based on employment status.

Pay Range

$23 - $28.23 per hour.

Job Summary

The Housing Specialist for Housing Services program. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: outreach and screening potential candidates for Section 8 / Shelter Plus Care; overseeing/conducting the application process including tracking of outcomes; ensuring the appropriate match of supportive services; conducting housing search, placement and follow-up with case managers.

Responsibilities

• Screens referrals/applicants for Shelter Plus Care, Homeless Section 8 program eligibility requirements, including certification of homelessness and verification of disabilities.
• Conducts housing search and relocation services for all program participants.
• Builds library or list of open/available apartment units for Section 8 consumers program to assist all candidates in obtaining permanent housing (property management, private landlords, realtors).
• Researches and develops housing library or list of open/available apartment units for emergency/transitional shelters to assist all candidates in obtaining housing placement.
• Secures financial move-in assistance such as security deposits, rental assistance, and eviction prevention for all housing program clients.
• Collects program data to assist with the completion and submission of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) annual progress reports.
• Maintains compliance according to HUD regulations, Clinics’ guidelines and program requirements.
• Conducts unit pre‑inspections, quarterly site visits and annual inspections in accordance with HUD regulations.
• Provides landlord/tenant mediation services (eviction prevention, mutual termination agreements, conflict resolution).
• Assists staff with coordination of quarterly social events as required.
• Completes Continuing Day Treatment (CDT) data entry and charting/documentation expectations within the timelines established by the Program for service delivery per Agency requirements and provides services consistent with program needs pursuant to funding source directives, Pacific Clinics’ protocol, and HIPAA compliance requirements.
• Monitors and maintains chart compliance in accordance with HUD regulations, Clinics’ and department policy.
• Completes and submits client service match, quarterly progress, status change and housing reports as required.
• Facilitates workshops/training and meetings related to Section 8 / Shelter Plus Care regulations and application process.
• Assists housing staff to ensure that the housing department is in compliance with HUD regulations and Clinics’ guidelines.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings to provide input towards program development and staff training.
• Reports all client mental health issues to Treatment/Housing teams in a timely manner, to troubleshoot and coordinate appropriate supportive services for clients and program benefit.
• Interacts with other internal programs, clinical/support staff and external sources such as school or community personnel as applicable.
• Reports to work on time and maintains reliable and regular attendance.
• Models Pacific Clinics’ approach, mission and core values in all communication and correspondence.
• Communicates effectively in a culturally competent and diverse consumer population and promotes favorable interaction with managers, co‑workers and others.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• An associate degree in a mental health related field or one (1) year of related experience with case management services, housing, homeless and mentally ill populations.
• Demonstrated experience and ability to relate to a culturally diverse clientele and staff.
• A bilingual skill in the appropriate language for the Clinics’ clients is highly preferred.
• Must be able to work under minimal supervision.
• Strong community outreach skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Strong paperwork and documentation skills.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with coworkers, clients, and community agencies.
• Effectively coordinates housing activities in multiple service sites both within the agency and in the community.
• Must possess a valid California driver's license and maintain an insurable driving record under the Clinics' liability policy.

Job Competencies

NA

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand or sit. The employee is required to use hands to produce records and/or documentation in manual or electronic format. The employee must possess ability to ensure significant communication with the Clinics’ community members. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 5 pounds and occasionally move or lift up to 10 pounds.

Driving required. May have unsupervised contact with children. Requires full background check and TB Exam.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with ordinance 184652 Sec. 189.04 (a) and San Francisco Police Code, Article 49, Section 4905.