SUPPORTIVE HOUSING SPECIALIST

Graceworks Lutheran Services; Bemidji, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 56,537,000 - 79,171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Retirement plan

Holiday pay and paid-time off

Job summary

Bi-County Community Action Programs, Inc. is seeking a Housing Services Specialist to provide supportive housing services and referrals to eligible clients, helping them obtain and maintain housing in the Bemidji area.

You will identify needs, orient clients to programs, and serve as a liaison between landlords, service providers, and the community. The role includes reporting, grant writing assistance, and delivering individualized housing support with BI-CAP values guiding daily work.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or closely related Human Service field.
• Bachelor’s degree and prior experience in a human service organization is preferred.
• A valid driver’s license or other evidence of mobility is required.
• Strong commitment to BI-CAP’s values of collaboration, innovation and compassion for those we serve.
• Applicants must pass a Background Study.
• Familiarity with impoverished and/or unhoused populations, computer knowledge, record keeping and/or client intake is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist eligible clients with obtaining and maintaining adequate housing by providing supportive services.
• Identify client needs and services to meet those needs.
• Manage services related to accessing and obtaining housing.
• Orient clients to housing programs and referral options, support services, and housing options.
• Serve as a liaison between landlord, tenant, service providers and the community related to housing needs.
• Complete and submit required reports.
• Assist with grant writing and grant proposal submission.
• Provide individualized supportive housing services for clients.
• Communicate courteously and professionally and maintain working relationships with others in carrying out job functions.
• Attend and represent the program and agency in a responsible, professional manner at all meetings.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Relationship building

Organization

Problem-solving

Education

Associate’s degree in Social Work/related

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Driver’s license

Job description

Bi-County Community Action Programs, Inc.is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans). To read more about this, view the EEO is the Law poster.

• You’re good at communicating with others; you listen and understand others’ needs.
• You have patience, compassion, and empathy for others—especially in stressful or difficult situations.
• You are able to foster healthy and productive relationships with clients and colleagues.
• You're organized and good at managing multiple tasks, paperwork, and documentation.
• Problem-solving is a strength; you’re resourceful and have good time management skills.

A Day in the Life

• You will assist eligible clients with obtaining and maintaining adequate housing by providing supportive services.
• You will identify client needs and services to meet those needs.
• You will:
  • Manage services related to accessing and obtaining housing.
  • Orient clients to housing programs and referral options, support services, and housing options.
  • Serve as a liaison between landlord, tenant, service providers and the community related to housing needs.
  • Complete and submit required reports.
  • Assist with grant writing and grant proposal submission.
  • Provide individualized supportive housing services for clients.
  • Communicate courteously and professionally and maintain working relationships with others in carrying out job functions.
  • Attend and represent the program and agency in a responsible, professional manner at all meetings.

Qualifications

• You’ll need an Associate’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or closely related Human Service field.
• A Bachelor’s degree and prior experience in a human service organization is preferred.
• A valid driver’s license or other evidence of mobility is required.
• You must have a strong commitment to BI-CAP’s values of collaboration, innovation and compassion for those we serve.
• Applicants must pass a Background Study.
• Familiarity with impoverished and/or unhoused populations, computer knowledge, record keeping and/or client intake is preferred.

Wages

• You’ll be eligible for a competitive benefits package and the opportunity to make a difference in the community.

Full-time, 40 hours/week, $19.73 - $27.63/hr. Benefit eligible: medical, dental, vision, life/add, retirement plan, holiday pay and paid-time off. Retention bonus eligible.
Potential Schedule: Weekdays between 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. dictated by program needs.