SSVF Housing Counselor

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Development and delivery of all program components, goals and objectives necessary to move to help homeless veterans secure permanent housing and achieve long-term housing stability. This includes providing comprehensive housing assistance by identifying suitable housing options, assisting with applications, advocating for clients with landlords, and connecting them to additional support services to maintain stable housing. DETAILED RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop, track and maintain relationships with property owners in the Suffolk County. Develop and facilitate seminars with property owners within in the communities Ensure all properties meet the Rent reasonableness for the individual neighborhood Inspect all properties with HUD Housing Habitability Standards Inspection Checklist Collaborate and coordinate with other community resources such as permanent housing providers, social service providers, employment and training programs, and entitlement agencies Process, and track all client and housing referrals Conduct Deed/ Title / Tax Bill search and foreclosure search Review all housing stability plans, budget and housing assessment to determine housing options Obtain and review all financial landlord packages of assistance Develop and facilitate seminars for supportive services such as personal budgets and financial literacy. Attend lease Signings. Distribute and update tenant's rights information Participate in weekly and monthly meetings REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail Team Player with good listening skills Proficient in the use of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Must be able to interact with homeless veterans, develop a trusting relationship, and have a solid understanding of the dynamics of homelessness. A car for visits to Veterans in their own homes or at other locations Real estate background with knowledge of market trends. Internet savvy (must be able to navigate the web in housing search) Must be able to attend training to further knowledge of all aspects of the SSVF Program and Housing. Assume other duties as assigned by the SSVF Program Manager to complete tasks for the program. REQUIRED : REQUIRED Valid New York State Driver's License and own insured Vehicle PPD (TB) test required with proof of results prior to start date EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor from an accredited college or university in social work or related field plus Three to five years' experience in housing counseling or Real Estate. Or Experience working with Veterans a plus Housing Counseling Certification NOTE: NO LICENSED REAL ESTATE AGENTS Conflicts of interest Policy (full policy and procedure available at time of Orientation): Outside employment that constitutes a conflict of interest is prohibited. Employees may not receive any income or material gain from individuals outside EOC for materials produced or services rendered while performing their jobs at EOC. CATEGORY NON-EXEMPT

Created: 2024-11-23