Housing Specialist Shelter- New Providence, 225 E 45th St, New York, New York, United States of America Req #1283 Monday, October 21, 2024 Title: Housing Specialist Program: New Providence Women’s Shelter Salary Range: $45,000-$50,000 per year Program Description: The New Providence Women’s Shelter is a 130-bed 24/7 emergency shelter for homeless women diagnosed with mental illness and/or substance use disorders. Our comprehensive services include case management, individual and group counseling, recreational activities, and housing placement assistance. Additionally, an on-site Article 28 Clinic provides primary and behavioral health care services. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The essential duties of theHousing Specialistinclude but are not limited to the following activities: + Acts as primary liaison with DHS for scheduling interviews and other housing-related items + Visit housing providers to develop and maintain positive working relationships + Prepare clients for housing interviews, accompany them on tours to facilities, and generally coordinate the housing referral process + Maintains an updated resource manual on available housing + Create and maintain a system to track housing applications and their status + Consult with case management staff regarding housing options for individual clients and adherence to their Individual Living Plans, identifying short and long-term objectives to be achieved. + Input all client information and updates in a timely fashion into the CARES system. + Collaborate with clients and other staff to identify and obtain financial entitlements, housing, and other concrete services. + Counsel clients through individualized and group sessions on issues such as achieving housing goals, and finding permanent or alternative housing and employment opportunities. + Organize and educate clients through sessions. Qualifications: + A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university + A Master’s degree in Social Work or other human services field is strongly preferred. + A minimum of three years of experience working with homeless Mentally Ill and Chemical Affected also known as (MICA) individuals or other special needs populations. + Have a growing knowledge of NYC low-income and special needs housing including NY/NY Supportive and Supported Housing, Section 8 Housing, LINC housing, Shelter Exit Transition (SET), Public Assistance, and CUCS housing options. (Preferred) + Excellent oral, writing, and listening skills. + Must walk the floors of the facility, traveling up and down staircases. + Knowledge of case management software, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite All newly hired Project Renewal staff must provide verification of being fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Other details + Pay Type Hourly + Employment Indicator Regular + Min Hiring Rate $45,000.00 + Max Hiring Rate $50,000.00 + Required Education Equivalent Experience + Shelter- New Providence, 225 E 45th St, New York, New York, United States of America <