F-ACT Housing Specialist

High School Diploma

Company Overview

Family Services of Westchester (FSW) provides mental health and social services that strengthen and support families, children and individuals at every stage of their lives. With 50 innovative programs, FSW serves 30,000 individuals annually in Westchester County, New York. Founded in 1954, Family Services of Westchester is a private, nonprofit, non-sectarian social services agency.

JOB SUMMARY

Family Services of Westchester is currently seeking a F-ACT Housing Specialist for ourRestorative Justice Program in Yonkers, NY. FACT (Forensic Assertive Community Treatment) supports adults with severe mental illness who are involved with the criminal justice system.

The Housing Specialist will assist participants in securing stable and supporting housing, ensuring that they have access to safe living environments, develop housing readiness skills, and support participants in seeking resources needed for livable space (i.e bedding, furniture, etc). The Housing Specialist will report to the Clinical Coordinator.

RESPONSIBILITES

HOUSING MANAGEMENT

• Application Support
• Housing Placement
• Landlord Coordination
• Compliance and Inspections
• Documentation
• Crisis Intervention

CARE COORDINATION AND COMMUNICATION

• Collaborate with the team; follow up with participants to ensure housing stability is being managed. Disseminate communication with team members and participants about progress.
• Help clients complete housing applications and read/understand lease agreements.
• Assist clients in locating and securing appropriate housing options, including shelters, subsidized or low-income units.
• Act as a liaison between clients and landlords to resolve issues and ensure compliance with housing standards.
• Monitor the participants’ needs, challenges, and gaps; participates in pre-visit planning and daily team huddles.

SUPPORTING ROLE

• Participates in training, orientation, competency assessment and education of new employees
• Communicates clearly, concisely, and accurately, creating a working climate that provides growth and job satisfaction of personnel.
• Serves as a resource person to other staff around one’s own expertise

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma (Required)
• Bachelor's Degree in social work, public administration, or a related field (preferred).

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• CPR Certification
• Certified as a Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS)
• National Affordable Housing Professional (NAHP) (preferred)
• Complete FACT required trainings and participate in ongoing training to maintain competency.

SKILLS

• English speaking - (Spanish) Preferred
• Ability to effectively communicate both in writing and orally
• Ability to work with the electronic health record and computer

There are a variety of benefits to joining Family Services of Westchester, an organization with over 65 years of history impacting vulnerable communities. In addition to the opportunity to connect with and help thousands of residents in Westchester County, FSW offers its employees an inspiring, diverse and team-based work environment with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and 403(b).

At FSW, we enjoy working in a collaborative, mission-driven environment and value the benefits of a diversified workplace that prioritizes our clients and the communities we serve. If you want to make a difference in the lives of thousands of people across the communities of Westchester, and if the position of Head Start Teacher speaks to your capabilities, experience and commitment to social service, please complete the online application on really.com and upload your resume. Qualified candidates will be contacted by phone and/or email.

FSW is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 403(b)
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000