Opportunity Housing Mobility Specialist

South Middlesex Opportunity Council, Inc.; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Life insurance

Retirement plan 403(B)

Health benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

South Middlesex Opportunity Council, Inc. is seeking a Housing Mobility Specialist to administer the SNO Mass program in Framingham, MA. The role focuses on helping participants obtain rental housing in areas of opportunity, with mobility counseling and landlord outreach.

The position requires a 4-year degree in social work or related fields, with strong counseling and communication skills. Bilingual abilities in Spanish/Portuguese are preferred, and a valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• A 4 year degree in social work, public policy, or other related fields required; Masters in social work or related field is strongly preferred and at least 3 years experience in social services/case management required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, lead and deliver workshops and training to address housing barriers.
• Provide landlord support and recruitment.
• Assist families with housing applications, rental searches, touring units and negotiating with landlords.
• Recruit families within the Housing Choice Voucher program to participate in the SNO Mass program.
• Provide motivational counseling to participants for using vouchers in high-opportunity areas.
• Coordinate enrollments and support family plans with milestones and timetables.
• Coordinate with multiple departments to achieve program goals.
• Maintain records of counseling services provided.

Skills

Counseling skills

Communication skills

Spanish and/or Portuguese

Knowledge of housing programs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field

Master’s in social work preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

ETO (preferred)

Job description

South Middlesex Opportunity Council, Inc. is seeking a Housing Mobility Specialist to administer the SNO Mass program in Framingham, MA. The role focuses on helping participants obtain rental housing in areas of opportunity, with mobility counseling and landlord outreach.

The position requires a 4-year degree in social work or related fields, with strong counseling and communication skills. Bilingual abilities in Spanish/Portuguese are preferred, and a valid driver’s license is required.