Peer Housing Specialist — Empowerment & Support

Baltic Street Wellness Solutions; New York (NY); Vor Ort; USD 41.000 - 52.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Baltic Street Wellness Solutions seeks a Housing Specialist to provide supported housing services to adults with mental illness in the Bronx. The role requires assisting residents, coordinating housing plans, and supporting access to services through a peer-driven, trauma-informed approach.

The position emphasizes travel by public transit, collaboration with internal and external partners, and maintaining confidential records. A valid GED or higher and relevant certifications are required.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum qualification is a High School Diploma or GED.
• Certification with the Academy of Peer Services or completion within two months of employment.
• Experience in housing assistance, case management or human services.
• Familiarity with affordable housing initiatives such as Section 8 and public housing.
• Familiarity with housing software and databases such as AWARDS.
• Knowledge of local housing laws and policies, including the Fair Housing Act.
• Ability to travel by mass transit, up to 6 rides per day; navigate stairs and distances as described.

Aufgaben

• Assist residents in finding and keeping preferred housing.
• Facilitate group meetings and trainings, sharing recovery experiences as appropriate.
• Establish and maintain rapport with residents and colleagues.
• Support the development and implementation of individual housing plans.
• Coordinate transportation to needed services and ensure safety and accessibility.

Kenntnisse

Housing experience

Public housing knowledge

Transit travel ability

Communication with residents

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or GED

Certification: Academy of Peer Services

Tools

AWARDS

Jobbeschreibung

Baltic Street Wellness Solutions seeks a Housing Specialist to provide supported housing services to adults with mental illness in the Bronx. The role requires assisting residents, coordinating housing plans, and supporting access to services through a peer-driven, trauma-informed approach.

The position emphasizes travel by public transit, collaboration with internal and external partners, and maintaining confidential records. A valid GED or higher and relevant certifications are required.