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Supportive Housing Specialist

DePaul
Rochester, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 12/27/2024 CLOSED ON 12/12/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supportive Housing Specialist position at DePaul?

Overview

The Supportive Housing Specialist will be responsible for assisting tenants with all necessary linkages and to help them maintain a stable community living environment of their choice.  

 

Why work for DePaul?

  • Make a positive difference in someone's life
  • Supportive work environment
  • We value diversity
  • Opportunity for professional development and career advancement
  • Excellent benefits and competitive wages
  • Pay range for this position is $23-$23.60/hour

Responsibilities

  • To assist tenants in securing a safe and affordable apartment of their choice.
  • Provide support to the tenant with establishing and maintaining utilities.
  • Assist with the purchasing of furniture and needed household items.
  • To initiate a direct contact with the tenant on at least a monthly basis for the purpose of reviewing their current living environment and monitoring their mental health status.
  • Documents all visits and client contacts in the tenant’s record.
  • Practices person-centered practices and demonstrates a positive, caring demeanor when working with tenants.
  • Work with the tenant and their service providers to provide regular ongoing support.
  • Assisting the tenant when necessary to settle housing related disputes with the landlord.
  • Provide teaching, monitoring and recovery-oriented supports as needed in the areas associated with living independently.
  • Work with the tenant to ensure that all entitlements are secured and maintained.
  • Work with the tenant and their support team to create an individualized housing support plan.
  • To provide transportation to the tenant when necessary.
  • Ensure that the tenant maintains required clinical services and other linkages, such as medical and dental treatment as well as vocational education as needed.
  • Ensure that all new tenants apply for HUD / Section 8 housing.
  • Maintain adequate records and provider reports and statistics as requested by the supervisor.
  • Coordinates the moving in (and out) of tenants as necessary.
  • Performs any other duties necessary for the effective and efficient operation of the program.
  • Qualifications

    Bachelor’s degree or 4 years of mental health experience or equivalent.  One year experience working in human services field preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

     

    *In addition to the above criteria this position also requires a clean NYS driving record as outlined in DePaul’s personnel policy.  The use of one’s personal vehicle is also a requirement.  Must be at least Eighteen (18) years of age.

    Work Environment

    This position is Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm at our Administrative office on Buffalo Road in Gates. Potential opportunity for hybrid work after 3 month trainng period. 

    Benefits

    This position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Generous PTO & Paid Holidays, 403B Employer Match, and Employee Discount Programs.

     

    DePaul is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and program need.

    Salary : $23 - $24

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