Per Diem Housing Specialist - Blue Sky Residence

Bowery Residents' Committee, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 47,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civic organization seeks a Per Diem Housing Specialist to support clients facing housing challenges. The role involves case management, client engagement, and housing assistance, requiring strong communication skills and a High School Diploma. Those with prior experience in social services are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness.
• Knowledge of mental illness and substance abuse is helpful.
• CPR training certification or willingness to complete certification.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for managing assigned caseload and meeting clients regularly.
• Engage clients, provide services, and track housing placements.
• Serve as a liaison with DHS and assist clients with housing processes.

Skills

Communication

Group facilitation

Bilingual abilities

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

MS Office

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Duties/Responsibilities

• You will be responsible for all aspects of your assigned caseload, including meeting with clients regularly and ensuring all clinical files and reports are complete and up to date.
• You will engage individuals in a client-centered approach and provide services and referrals to address housing needs, track trends in placements, and orient clients with the housing group.
• Secure entitlements, maintain correspondence related to housing interviews and vacancies, and assist clients in coordinating moves with landlords and agencies.
• Serve as a liaison with DHS and other providers to facilitate housing processes.
• Provide housing retention services after placement and participate in team meetings and case conferences.
• Provide emergency first aid/CPR assistance when needed.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness, securing entitlements, and knowledge of mental illness and substance abuse is helpful.
• Strong writing, communication, and group facilitation skills.
• Bilingual abilities are a plus.
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Word and Excel.
• CPR training certification or willingness to complete certification.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industry: Civic and Social Organizations

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