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Hudson Guild is Hiring a Supportive Housing Specialist Near New York, NY
Job Description
Our mission is to create and sustain a strong, effective community that acknowledges and responds to the potential, achievements and interdependence of its diverse members. Rooted in and primarily focused on the Chelsea neighborhood, we seek to empower all individuals and families to achieve their highest potential, while maintaining a priority on those in economic need.
The Supportive Housing Specialist will represent Hudson Guild in providing social service assistance to tenants in Supportive Independent Housing, managed by Clinton Housing Development Company. Under the supervision of the Director of Social Services and the Supportive Housing Supervisor, the Supportive Housing Specialist will provide case management (provision of social services) for the Clinton Housing tenant population. Candidate must possess a strong working knowledge of government entitlements and services. Demonstrate excellent organization and communication skills; Good record keeping abilities and proficient in computers. The Supportive Housing Specialist will regularly review and evaluate service delivery with other members of the social service team, including Clinton Housing and Hudson Guild.
QUALIFICATIONS: BA or BSW in related field (with emphasis in Social Services). Bilingual in Spanish, preferred. Have experience working with formerly homeless adults, organized and be able to work independently.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide case management, housing support and the coordination of service so tenants can meet goals and maintain housing
- Assess the needs of the client, linking clients to services and planning a course of action towards stabilization and maintenance
- Eligibility screening for public benefits/entitlement and facilitate the collection of documentation to support these applications
- Actively engage residents through outreach
- Provide information for entitlements
- Develop community linkages and refer residents to appropriate community providers to address their needs
- Advocate with social service agencies to ensure entitlements are secured and maintained
- Provide timely and appropriate maintenance of client files, progress notes and service plans using AWARDs
- Work collaboratively with fellow staff, and mental health collaterals as deemed beneficial.
- Participate in tenant selection committee as requested
- Attend all tenant and staff meetings
- Produce monthly reports
- Maintain cooperative, supportive relationships with Hudson Guild and Clinton Housing programs/employees
- Perform other duties as assigned
As a full time employee at Hudson Guild, you will be eligible for:
- 24 Vacation Days
- 1 Floating Holiday
- 12 Sick Days
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- 403b Plan
As a NYC contracted agency all positions at Hudson Guild fall under the NYC vaccine mandate. All employees, consultants, volunteers and interns must show proof of vaccination upon hire.
Hudson Guild is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Summary
Full Time
$37k-69k (estimate)
04/29/2024
05/14/2024
hudsonguild.org
NEW YORK, NY
100 - 200
1895
AMERI ROCK
$5M - $10M
Social & Legal Services
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About Hudson Guild
Now celebrating its 125th anniversary, Hudson Guild was founded as a settlement house to serve the needs of the growing immigrant population in the then industrial neighborhood of Chelsea. Today Hudson Guild is an anchor institution in a vibrant multicultural community, which has expanded to 17 service locations in Chelsea, Hells Kitchen, and Lincoln Square. Our mission is to create and sustain a strong, effective community that acknowledges and responds to the potential, achievements, and interdependence of its diverse members. Rooted in and primarily focused on the Chelsea neighborhood, we s ...
eek to empower all individuals and families to achieve their highest potential, while maintaining a priority focus on those in economic need. Hudson Guild offers six dynamic programs to 14,000 people annually. These include: Arts Programs-Hudson Guild provides opportunities for everyone in our community to explore their interests in performing and visual arts, both as active participants and new audience members. Adult Services-Hudson Guilds Adult Services program helps older adults age 55 & better live in independence and with dignity as contributing members of the community. Community Building-Hudson Guild serves a primary role in making the Chelsea neighborhood a place where people come together to help others and themselves through education, skills-building, and joint action. Early Childhood Education-Our nurturing environment fosters independence in children, promoting the development of school readiness and social-emotional skills. Mental Health-Hudson Guild provides a broad array of mental health prevention and intervention services, in our own facilities and out in the community. Youth Development & Education-Young people, ages 5-24, attend Hudson Guild for academic achievement, life skills development, college and career training, employment experience, recreation, and social/emotional support.
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