What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housing Specialist position at Home/Life Services Inc.?
Position Title: Housing Specialist Reports To: Director of Social Services / Housing Specialist Supervisor
Department: Social Services Employment Status: Full-TimeFLSA Status: Non-Exempt Position Status: Essential
GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION
The Housing Specialist will be responsible for assessing clients’ eligibility and determining their housing and service needs.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES
- Secures permanent housing for clients from a wide range of sources, including government agencies, private landlords and brokers
- Assists clients with the search for available properties and negotiate terms on behalf of clients
- Ensures clients understanding of their rights and responsibilities as tenants
- Provides clients with information and refer them to additional support programs or services.
- Prepares and maintains daily logs, records, and reports
- Counsels and assists clients in completing all necessary paperwork, including lease signings.
- Partner with Case Managers to prepare clients for landlord/broker interviews
- Assists and counsel clients in regards to keeping their appointments
- Ensures that new apartments are client-ready (e.g. utilities turned on, furniture delivered)
- Maintains accurate records on client compliance via appointments and interviews
- Must meet or surpass target goals set for permanent housing placements and related indicators.
- In the event of an emergency, Essential Employees are required to report to work as scheduled
- Duties and responsibilities are subject to change based upon assessment of company needs
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience working within the Social Services Field
- Experience with the Homeless population
- Experience with the CARES system
- Must be diligent and organized
- Must be able to effectively communicate (verbally and in writing)
- Must be sensitive to different cultures and socioeconomic conditions
- Knowledge of regulatory standard and property management
- Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $42,000.00 - $44,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Social Services: 2 years (Required)
- Cares System: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
- English/Spanish (Preferred)
Work Location: One location