Overview Starting Line Apartments, a Single-Site Supportive Housing Program, is now hiring a full-time Housing Specialist! The Housing Specialist esponsible for the oversight of clients enrolled in the Supported Housing portion of the SP SRO housing. 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 + Competitive pay rates from $22-$22.30/hour. Responsibilities 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. Qualifications 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. Work Environment Starting Line Apartments, a Single-Site Supportive Housing Program, is a New York State Office of Mental Health funded program that provides long-term or permanent housing where residents can access the support services they require to live successfully in the community. Starting Line Apartments is a 60-unit building; 30 units are reserved for the Supportive Housing Program. This position is Monday-Friday on the day shift! Benefits This position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Generous PTO & Paid Holidays, 403B Employer Match, Employee Discount Programs, Free Parking and Staff Recognition Programs. Job LocationsUS-NY-Utica Posted Date6 hours ago(2/4/2025 10:55 AM) Category Supported Housing Type Regular Full-Time FLSA Status Non-Exempt Shift Days Department Supported Housing Corporation Name DePaul Community Services (DCS)