Job Information
Comunilife Housing Specialist-(DHS) Brooklyn House in Brooklyn, New York
Housing Specialist-(DHS) Brooklyn House
Job Details
Job Location
Brooklyn, NY
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
4 Year Degree
Salary Range
$54,400.00 - $59,400.00 Salary
Travel Percentage
None
Job Shift
Day
Job Category
Nonprofit - Social Services
Description
Comunilife Inc.is looking for aHousing Specialistfor itsDHS residence in Brooklyn, The Brooklyn House.The Housing Specialist position provides assistance, information, and support to clients around securing safe, appropriate housing using subsidies and/or other available resources in New York City that suit the individual’s needs and to maintain residential stability. The Housing Specialist must be aware of and understand current housing subsidies, public benefit programs, and develop resources to include establishing relationships with landlords and brokers. The positions offers a generous benefit package including health insurance, dental, vision, dependent care, paid time off, 401(k), tuition assistance program and more.
Essential Duties:
Assess each client's housing needs within 48 hours of admission and participate to develop discharge plan
Assist in determination of client’s eligibility for government-financed housing programs and benefit programs
Identify, obtain, and assist documents needed for applications for supportive and permanent housing
Assist in the escorting of clients to housing appointments and referring entities outside of the facility
Identify and maintain resources of key information and individuals in various agencies (HRA, NYCHA, HPD) to facilitate the most current and accurate permanent housing application processes
Develop and maintain a database of available housing resources as well as other relevant community resources (i.e., banks, utility company contacts, grocery stores, pharmacies, transportation, etc.)
Identify new housing opportunities for clients through ongoing networking
Maintain strong working relationships with landlord and management companies
Prepare clients for permanent housing interviews and arranges for transportation or escorts as needed
Ensure that discharge plan meets the safety, self-sufficiently and related need of the client in collaboration with social service staff members
Qualifications
Education and Experience Requirement(s):
Bachelor degree in human services, social services, behavioral science, psychology or a related field
One year of relevant community-based residential management or social service agency experience
Demonstrated prior success in case management functions or eligibility determinations for community-based social welfare organizations desirable
Comunilife is an EEO employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
