DSSI is hiring a Housing Locator to work with a workforce services development company in San Diego county. This position does require travel and is based out of Escondido, CA.

This role helps to provide individuals and families with emergency or bridge housing in San Diego County. This will also inlcude working in the community to locate housing resources and connect those in need with them.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assisting clients with eligibility and enrollment into the program
• Participate in homeless outreach events in encampments throughout the County of San Diego
• Assist in developing immediate solutions to emergency problems and expediting delivery of needed services Implement Housing First guidelines into your client care
• Provide trauma-informed care and utilize motivational interviewing when working with clients
• Have knowledge of the homeless community and County demographics
• Manage and maintain a revolving client caseload
• Organize, prioritize, and complete a large volume of work within strict time deadlines
• Daily input of detailed and accurate client notes into database
• Provide and document referral services
• Work with our clients experiencing homelessness to help place in immediate shelter (hotel/motels) and help overcome barriers or issues that affect their ability to obtain and retain housing and move toward self-sufficiency
• Develop action and housing stabilization plans with clients

Details:

• This position requires you to be in the Escondido office and travel in the community.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• Valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance required

Experience/Skills Requirement:

• Previous experience in working with the homeless population is strongly preferred
• Previous experience in case management preferred Minimum of one year related experience in social service
• Knowledge of Housing First model Strong customer service skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and proven ability to communicate clearly and professionally with individuals at all levels, internally and externally.
• A high degree of professionalism and a strong work ethic coupled with a sense of responsibility and integrity required.

Qualifications:

• Minimum education requirement is a High School diploma/GED; Bachelor’s degree is preferred
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office to include Outlook, Word, Excel applications, as well as internet research skills required
• A valid California driver's license, in good standing, is required to fulfill the essential functions of this position. In addition, proof of insurance is required prior to driving personal vehicles on company business.
• Must be able to pass criminal/background clearance

This is a great opportunity to work with a company that is helping our local community. Apply today and our team will contact you for a phone interview!

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person