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Acacia Network Housing Specialist in Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, NYC, New York

Transitional Housing

Housing Specialist Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, NYC, NY : 2/2/2024

Job Description

Job ID#:

3760

Job Category:

Transitional Housing

Position Type:

Full Time

Details:

We are seeking a Housing Specialist who will be responsible for permanent housing placement for all housing-ready individuals in the shelter. The Housing Specialist will have an assigned caseload and will be responsible for the successful placement of these individuals by DHS' contractual requirements. The Housing Specialist works with community organizations, government agencies, and property owners to secure living arrangements and negotiate rents, deposits, and move-in terms on behalf of their clients. The position involves various tasks that increase housing options for people who are trying to transition to permanent housing. The salary for the Housing Specialist is $40,000 - $45,000/annually based on relevant experience.

KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Housing Liaison

  • Acts as liaison between participants, superintendents, and building managers to ensure all repairs are completed to either the participant's apartment unit or the building.

  • Maintains a Building and/or Apartment Log, which includes the date, and condition of the apartments and/or building.

  • Reports all non-compliance issues concerning the apartment and/or building to the Supportive Housing Manager, including incidents requiring immediate attention.

    Case Management and Record Keeping

  • Provides case management and on-site crisis intervention.

  • Completes required service plans.

  • Facilitates monthly CAB tenant meetings.

  • Educates participants with respect to good housekeeping and home-safety practices, budgeting, and landlord/tenant relations, as necessary.

  • Maintains appropriate documentation of all tenant contacts.

  • Documents monthly progress notes in the participants' chart.

  • Conducts home visits to help evaluate participants' compliance with the rules and regulations of the program and to assess the need for referral to supportive services.

  • May escort participants to social services agencies, as requested.

  • Reports any alleged child neglect or abuse to the Supportive Housing Manager.

    Housing Reporting Requirements

  • Responsible for completing annual tenant rent calculation forms, when applicable.

  • Responsible for completing annual apartment inspection forms, monthly & annual.

  • Updates monthly program database.

  • Ensures annual leases are updated and filed.

Job Requirements

Details:

REQUIREMENTS AND EDUCATION:

  • Associate's Degree required (Bachelor's degree preferred)

  • 2+ years of Housing Specialist experience

  • 2+ years of direct experience in housing assistance to underserved

  • Ability to use business acumen to exercise good judgment and decision-making

  • Ability to deal with sensitive issues with diplomacy and discretion

  • Must be able to multi-task with strong organizational skills

  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate both verbally and in written form

  • Commitment to cultural diversity and sensitivity

  • Ability to maintain a professional demeanor under pressure, and operate with a keen sense of urgency and commitment to quality

  • Willingness to perform other related duties as assigned

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