What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supported Housing Specialist position at BOLEY CENTER?
Established in 1970, Boley Centers, Inc., is a private, non-profit organization serving individuals with mental disabilities, individuals and families who are homeless, Veterans and youth in Pinellas County. Boley Centers, Inc., a nationally recognized and accredited behavioral health care agency, has an opening for a full-time Supported Housing Specialist to provide support services to consumers residing in the community or in a permanent housing setting of a supported housing program. Services include placement, landlord negotiations, financial assistance, crisis intervention and basic living skills training and support in the least restrictive environment. Services are designed to promote independent living and mental health stability.
BENEFITS
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Paid Time Off
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Continuing education, reimbursement for professional certifications, licensure and qualified supervision
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree is required. Human Services related field preferred. Education must be from an accredited school, college, or university.
Minimum of one year experience working with the severely mentally ill, community services and resources experience with property management/tenant--landlord issues preferred
Knowledge of counseling techniques and mental illness.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Valid Florida driver's license, current auto insurance and personal vehicle required.
Must pass a Level 2 background check and drug screen.
LOCATION
7101 53rd St. N, Pinellas Park, FL 33781
Florida’s Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse helps ensure that caregivers, health workers, and educators meet Level 2 background screening standards before they can work with children, seniors, or other vulnerable groups. For more information, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com.
Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability. Veterans encouraged to apply. Boley Centers is a drug-free workplace that adheres to federal regulations as it pertains to marijuana use.
EOE/ADA/VETERANS/DFWP