Job Information
DePaul Housing Specialist in Utica, New York
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 Date1 week 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)
