Veteran Supported Housing Specialist

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 Veteran Supported Housing Specialist to provide support services to Veterans residing in the community or in a permanent housing setting. 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

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide direct/indirect assistance, guidance and instruction in tasks related to the maintenance of independent living skills.

• Locate potential and suitable community housing and negotiate with landlords to assure resolution of problems and disputes, promote safe and clean residences, ensuring needed repairs are reported and completed, and transport consumers as needed.

• Maintain regular communication and coordinate client care with team members and other service providers to ensure appropriate delivery of services.

•  Assist with completion of paperwork for available community resources (i.e. food stamps, social security benefits, vocational rehabilitation, HUD, etc.) and develop supports and/or services as needed to promote more effective independent living.

• Maintain tenant files, records and other documentation in accordance with internal and/or external requirements and prepare written narratives of service plans and interventions.

• Assist to resolve disputes/problems, ensuring proper procedures are used regarding the handling of grievances/complaints.

• Make referrals to providers and communicate program services to internal and external case management and DCF personnel.            

•  Report unusual events, activities and incidents.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree required. Human Services related field preferred. Education must be from an accredited school, college or university

At least one year of experience working with veterans, the severely mentally ill. Community services and resources experience with property management/ tenant--landlord issues preferred. Veteran status preferred.

Knowledge of counseling techniques and mental illness and a basic understanding of Veteran Administration benefits and/or recovery processes preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Valid Florida driver's license

Must pass a Level II background check and drug screen

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