SUMMARY:
To assist residents in our shelter as they secure permanent housing.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Responsible for advocacy and providing assistance to clients in obtaining permanent housing.
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Initiate housing referrals to the appropriate agencies.
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Meet with clients on a regular basis to develop strategies to meet their housing needs.
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Coordinate permanent housing search and address any barriers that may arise.
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Coordinate and facilitate quarterly Housing Forums for landlords, brokers and residents.
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Coordinate and facilitate bi-weekly meetings with residents.
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Conduct housing workshops for housing readiness.
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Escort families to view apartments and meet prospective landlords and real estate brokers.
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Participate and attend the Interdisciplinary Team and Administrative meetings weekly.
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Submit all monthly reporting in a timely manner. Ensure documentation is reflected in the clients charts.
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Initiate and identify housing resources for families in shelter and facilitate appropriate applications on their behalf (i.e. 2010Es, Supportive Housing, and other appropriate housing applications.
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Coordinate and case conference with both internal and external programs to ensure care coordination as it relates to housing.
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Attend appropriate DHS trainings and meetings as it relates to Hospitality House and Housing.
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This position requires a Bachelors Degree and/or previous housing experience working with the housing disadvantaged populations.
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Clean valid driver’s license with the ability to drive a 16 passenger van.
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Must have exceptional communication skills both orally and in writing with individuals and groups regarding complex and sensitive issues.
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Must have strong computer skills to create and utilize databases and spreadsheets.
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Physical ability to perform the essential job functions is needed.
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In addition, the Housing Specialist shall perform any duties as required to meet the needs of the program and the clients we serve.
