What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housing Specialist position at Elwood Staffing?
Description
Housing Specialist
The housing specialist works with other team members to determine program eligibility, support applicant's successful completion of applications, complete the lease-up or recertification process, explain complex program requirements so they can be understood by clientele, and perform other duties required to administer the various housing programs.
Company Profile
To provide decent, safe and sanitary housing to elderly, disabled, and economically disadvantaged families unable to obtain housing through conventional means.
What's in it for you?
Elwood Staffing associates are eligible for a comprehensive and competitive benefits package plus an exclusive savings program, including :
Medical / Vision / Dental / Rx plans
Holiday Pay
Teladoc (online care)
Referral Bonus Incentive
Weekly Pay
401k
And More!
Housing Specialist Details :
Temp-to-Hire position
hour
Full Time work available
First Shift (Monday through Friday from 08 : 00am to 05 : 00pm)
Read, understand, and consistently comply with program regulations, policies, and procedures
Consistently work to achieve organizational objectives
Consistently work to achieve full utilization of federal resources to house clientele
Establish and maintain productive work relationships with community-based organizations, staff, landlords, and the general public
Send correspondence to program participants and landlords
Schedule appointments and conduct meetings
Accurately and completely maintain caseload files
Other duties assigned
Housing Specialist Qualifications :
Knowledge of HUD Section 8 and Public Housing Regulations preferred
Comply with regulations and policies and apply them to real-life situations
Consistently pay attention to details while achieving agency objectives
Communicate concisely and effectively in writing and verbally
Manage time, organize and prioritize work in a fast-paced work environment
Accurately perform basic math calculations
Efficiently operate computers and software programs
Consistently strive for excellent performance
Works to develop additional job and technical knowledge
Applicant may be subject to a background check
Pre-employment drug screen is required as a condition of employment
A conviction record will not necessarily prevent you from being employed. You will be required to complete and submit a questionnaire. We will consider your age at the time of the offense, when the offense occurred, the seriousness and the nature of the offense, as well as any rehabilitation to determine your employability.
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