Housing Specialist - Holiday Inn

Company: Neighborhood Association For Inter-cultural Affair
Location: Bronx
Posted on: April 9, 2021

Job Description:

Job DetailsLevelExperiencedJob LocationHoliday Inn Express - New York City, NYRemote TypeN/APosition TypeUndisclosedEducation Level4 Year DegreeSalary RangeUndisclosedTravel PercentageUndisclosedJob ShiftAnyJob CategoryNonprofit - Social ServicesDescriptionSummary:The successful candidate will be responsible to provide housing services to help clients understand and overcome personal or social issues affecting their housing. The housing specialist will cooperate with case managers to develop service plans for clients to ensure permanent and stable housing and access to community sources. The specialist will be encouraged to be cross trained and have an understanding of the job functions within the Social Services Department. Responsibilities: The Housing Specialist is responsible for, but not limited to:Serve as a case manager for clients with a goal of placing them in transitional and permanent housingAssist in client intake, service planning, advocacy and referral services in the absence of a case managerMeet weekly or bi-weekly to follow-up on ILPMaintain records and counsel session logs in DHS CARES systemConduct housing related activities and workshops Provide follow-up case management for clients placed in housing, to promote retention and document outcomes (aftercare mediation)Communicate with evening/weekend staff and with staff of other agencies to coordinate client services such as room and apartment viewings Develop a list of real estate agents and brokers; established relationships, and make daily contact with providers with real estate agents and brokersSubmit applications for General Population, Housing Preservation Development, and Supportive Housing via the PACT System.Compile and submit packages to DHS for Special One Time Assistance (SOTA), Enhanced One Shot Deal (EOSD), CityFHEPS and Pathway HomeInspect client living quarters regularlyEscort clients to permanent housing or provide transportation Ensure rental agreements are finalizedMake appointments with landlords and other housing agents to ensure individuals have housing leadsWork collaboratively with social services staff to identify client readiness on housingTreat all clients, visitors and employees with kindness, respect and dignityEnforce facility rules and regulations to maintain complianceAttend staff meetings and serve on committees as requiredMaintain confidentiality and professionalism Time management and prioritizationMaintain awareness of new trends and development in social services and related fieldsPerform general clerical dutiesQualificationsProfessional & Personal QualificationsBaccalaureate degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or related field with 2+ years of direct social service experienceAssociate degree in Human Service, or related field with 4+ years of direct social service experienceHigh School Diploma/General Equivalent Diploma with 8 plus years of direct social service experienceKnowledgeable of the plight of the homeless and special needs populations Knowledgeable of case work/case management methodologiesCommitment to the mission of the NAICA, Inc.Proven ability to work collaboratively well with diverse groupsProven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively under pressureStrong organizational skills, detail-oriented, and efficientMaturity, integrity, and sound judgmentby Jobble

Keywords: Neighborhood Association For Inter-cultural Affair, New Rochelle , Housing Specialist - Holiday Inn, Hospitality & Tourism , Bronx, New York