Housing Specialist

Overview:

The Housing Specialist is responsible 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 starting at $22/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:

Clinton Avenue Apartments, a Single-Site Supportive Housing Program, is a New York State Office of Mental Health funded program that provides 40 units of long-term or permanent housing where residents can access the support services they require to live successfully in the community. The apartments are operated by and DePaul provides supportive housing services for tenants.

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.

Permanent