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Housing Specialist
14 E 28th St, New York, NY 10016, USA
Req #2243
Thursday, December 28, 2023
ABOUT US: - We believe that everyone deserves a home!
Breaking Ground operates nearly 4,000 units of housing across New York City, along with housing in upstate New York and Connecticut. Supportive housing - affordable housing paired with services designed to help people maintain their homes for the long-term - is widely recognized as a proven and cost-effective solution to chronic homelessness.
But we didn't stop at providing housing. Breaking Ground's programs and services help people experiencing street homelessness - especially those who have been on the streets the longest - to come indoors. Through our Street to Home outreach program and transitional housing resources, we help people get, and stay, on the path to a permanent home.
Housing Specialist
The Housing Specialist works closely with clients, members of the city contracted outreach teams, and partner agencies to prepare clients for permanent housing. The Housing Specialist will help achieve program targets by expediting the housing placement process by assisting residents in achieving housing readiness, establishing eligibility profile, seeking out and matching permanent housing opportunities. In coordination with the Clinical Coordinator and case management team, the Housing Specialist helps complete and submit housing applications, secure housing interviews, assist with mock interviews, conduct housing related groups, escort clients to appointments, and assist in move-ins.
This position has a 35-hour work week.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensure clients are prepared for the housing process by conducting mock interviews, groups, escorts to housing interviews, and ensuring that all necessary documents for housing applications have been secured
Help prepare and review HRA 2010e and other appropriate housing applications
Clearly communicate with case management staff regarding upcoming interviews, sent applications, and follow-up with housing providers, via progress notes, staff meetings and weekly supervision
Track clients progress towards housing readiness
Identify and maintain a wide array of housing options and resources, including building relationships with fair market landlords and rented rooms when appropriate
Ensure that clients are matched and placed in housing appropriate to their needs
Escort clients to appointments as needed
Perform other related duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelors degree or equivalent experience
Substance abuse, homelessness, motivational interviewing, mental health conditions, preferred
Two years experience, preferably in a non-profit or real estate environment, knowledge of supportive housing and DHS housing programs preferred
Previous experience working with homeless/formerly homeless populations, adults with substance abuse /dual diagnosis preferred
Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills
Strong writing and verbal communication skills
Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Experience with HRA 2010e, AWARDS /Foothold and CARES preferred
Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast paced, dynamic team environment and willingness to shift easily between various responsibilities with diverse populations
Must be able to use public transportation to accompany clients to appointments. Must be willing and able to engage in moderate physical activity to engage with street homeless individuals. Such activities include and are not limited to moderate walking and climbing.
As part of our continued efforts to maintain a safe workplace for employees and clients, and in compliance with the City of New York COVID-19 Safety Requirement Mandate, Breaking Ground strongly recommends all employees, interns, volunteers, and subcontractors to receive an FDA authorized and/or approved COVID-19 vaccination and provide a one-time verification of immunization as a condition of employment.
EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled
Other details
Pay Type Hourly
Min Hiring Rate $25.85
Max Hiring Rate $25.85
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14 E 28th St, New York, NY 10016, USA
Full Time
$37k-69k (estimate)
03/18/2024
04/05/2024
breakingground.org
MEMPHIS, TN
200 - 500
1990
$10M - $50M
In 1990, a small group of people came together to bring to scale a new model of housing for people who were experiencing or at risk of homelessness - permanent supportive housing. The result was Breaking Ground's Times Square residence. Nearly 30 years later, the Times Square remains the largest supportive residence in the country, and thousands of people have been able to escape or avoid life on the streets by finding a home in one of its 652 apartments. Today, Breaking Ground operates nearly 4,000 units of housing across New York City, along with housing in upstate New York and Connecticut. ...Supportive housing - affordable housing paired with wraparound services designed to help people maintain their homes for the long-term - is widely recognized as a proven and cost-effective solution to chronic homelessness. And for individuals and families at the edge of homelessness, our affordable apartments serve a a crucial safety net. But we didn't stop at providing housing. Breaking Ground's programs and services help people experiencing street homelessness - especially those who have been on the streets the longest - to come indoors. Through our Street to Home outreach program and transitional housing resources, we help people get, and stay, on the path to a permanent home.
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