Housing Coordinator

JOB SUMMARY: The Housing Coordinator will oversee all re-housing and stabilization services to families within the Family Services Branch. She/he will provide structure and oversight to our Supportive Housing Program, and all community based rapid re-housing services. She/he will identify, pursue, and maintain affordable housing opportunities for families, while promoting self-sufficiency, empowerment, and stabilization for families. The Housing Coordinator will accept and display the values of caring, honest, respect, and responsibility. PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide leadership to the Old Colony Y in development of a housing network of public and private housing entities and landlords Provide coordination of rapid re-housing and stabilization services for the Family Services Branch Support case management team in development of a strength-based re-housing and stabilization assessment plan for each family Monitor families progress/efforts in housing search and placement Accompany families to open houses/apartment viewings and/or lease signings Develop and maintain housing resources, housing programs, housing benefits, etc. for all Family Services Branch Develop relationships and maintain communication with landlords and public and private housing agencies Organize housing inventory with relevant and updated housing information Collaborate with program staff to assist families with their needs, overcome barriers, and assist with developing self-sufficiency goals Conduct outreach and survey communities to identify permanent housing resources Review clients' income and expenses, credit histories, and CORI/criminal background checks in order to determine potential barriers to housing Conduct housing workshops and/or groups including orientation upon clients entry to program Make all accommodations necessary (i.e., space, phone, transportation etc.) to help families in their housing search activities Maintain regular contact with the Case Managers to assess the family's progress in meeting its housing search obligations and to address any barriers to obtaining and maintaining permanent housing Oversee maintenance of families in housing and oversee Rapid-Rehousing stabilization plans for 18 months after placement Foster a harmonious atmosphere within the program by helping clients to identify and resolve social and other problems Maintain up-to-date client records in locked file cabinet Participate in staff meetings, weekly clinical meetings, community meetings and trainings as requested by the Director EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's Degree in Human Services, Social Work or related field Minimum of five years experience in human services, residential setting, or housing programs Valid Driver's License with safe driving record (SDIP Points) Experience with in-crisis youth and families Prior success with non-profit housing organizations and community collaborations Prior success with assisting individuals secure affordable, permanent housing Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint Additional skills should include correct grammar, punctuation, spelling and business writing Able to lift 50 pounds Able to do three flights of stairs Snow Shoveling to accommodate needs

Created: 2024-11-05