Housing Stability Case Manager – HUD-RRH Program

Family Service League Inc.; Huntington Station (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Retirement Savings Plan with 5% match

Life and AD&D Insurance

Generous PTO

11 paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Disability insurance

PSLF eligibility

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Family Service League in Huntington, NY is seeking a full-time Case Manager for the HUD-RRH program. You will assist homeless families in obtaining permanent housing, building landlord relationships, inspecting apartments, and coordinating with government agencies to secure subsidies and housing opportunities.

Reporting to the Assistance Program Director and Program Director, you will conduct client assessments, develop individualized housing plans, provide advocacy and referrals, and maintain

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; MSW or related graduate coursework preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience in human services and knowledge of the homeless population and DSS policies and regulations.
• Excellent organizational, time-management and verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office required; HMIS preferred.
• Valid and clean NYS Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive intakes and assessments with all clients.
• Develop individualized housing plan for each client.
• Meet with clients regularly.
• Locate appropriate housing for households who are homeless.
• Develop goal plans and conduct quarterly reviews.
• Provide referrals for community resources and support.
• Ensure timely completion of housing inspections.
• Address issues of safety, cleanliness, and hygiene.
• Assist with landlord negotiations.
• Work with clients in creating a budget and financial management plan.
• Provide ongoing support and counseling for clients in reaching their goals.
• Provide additional information/instruction on the skills required to secure and maintain permanent housing to program participants.
• Assist participants in the completion of all housing applications and ensure the applications are submitted to housing programs in a timely manner.
• Develop new housing resources.
• Escort participants to view apartments and other appointments as needed.
• Assist participants in moving into permanent housing e.g. attend lease signing, ensure utilities are turned on, and coordinate transportation and moving.
• Participate in team meetings, case conferences, department meetings, weekly individual supervisory sessions, and staff training.
• Document and maintain up to date records on services provided.
• Provide crisis intervention.
• Advocate for client needs.
• Document all contact with and on behalf of the program participants.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

MSW or related graduate coursework

Tools

Microsoft Office

HMIS

Job description

Family Service League in Huntington, NY is seeking a full-time Case Manager for the HUD-RRH program. You will assist homeless families in obtaining permanent housing, building landlord relationships, inspecting apartments, and coordinating with government agencies to secure subsidies and housing opportunities.

Reporting to the Assistance Program Director and Program Director, you will conduct client assessments, develop individualized housing plans, provide advocacy and referrals, and maintain