What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housing Specialist position at The DePaul Group?
| Category | Supported Housing | Type | Regular Full-Time | FLSA Status | Non-Exempt | Shift | Days | Department | Supportive Housing | Corporation Name | DePaul Community Services (DCS) |
The Pan-American Square Apartments are now hiring a full-time Housing Specialist! The Housing Specialist is responsible for the oversight of clients enrolled in the Supported Housing portion of the SP SRO housing.The Housing Specialist is responsible for the oversight of clients enrolled in the Supported Housing portion of the SP SRO housing.
Why work for DePaul?
- Supportive work environment
- We value diversity
- Opportunity for professional development and career advancement
- Excellent benefits
- Competitive pay rate from $23-$23.60/hour
DIRECT SERVICE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop, monitor and update housing support plans to identify which services DePaul is to provide to maximize clients success.
- Assists in linkage to any necessary support services such as mental health treatment, medical, vocational and educational services.
- Networks with support services such as mental health treatment, medical, vocational and educational services.
- Assists clients in accessing and keeping all financial entitlements they are eligible for.
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date records.
- Assists the other staff in the building by performing essential duties in their absence.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Attend county SPOA meetings as part of DePaul's intake team to help with admission decisions.
- Assess referrals to determine if SP SRO is an appropriate level of care for individuals.
Education: Bachelor's degree or 4 years of mental health and/or specials needs population experience (per site needs).
Experience: One year working in human services field preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Other: Valid New York State driver's license. Must meet qualifications set by agency's clean driver record policy. Use of personal vehicle required.
The schedule for this position is for the day shift, Monday-Friday.
This position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Generous PTO & Paid Holidays, 403B with Employer Match, robust Employee Assistant Program, Staff Recognition Program and Employee Discount Program.
DePaul is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and program need.
Salary : $23 - $24