Housing Specialist

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Secures permanent housing for clients from a wide range of sources, including government agencies, private landlords, and brokersAssists clients with the search for available properties and negotiates terms on behalf of clientsEnsures client's understanding of their rights and responsibilities as tenantsProvides clients with information and refers them to additional support programs or servicesPrepares and maintains daily logs, records, and reportsCounsels and assists clients in completing all necessary paperwork, including lease signingsPartner with Case Managers to prepare clients for landlord/broker interviewsAssists and counsels clients in regards to keeping their appointmentsEnsures that new apartments are client-ready (e.g. utilities turned on, furniture deliveered) Maintains accurate records on client compliance via appointments and interviewsMust meet or surpass target goals set for permanent housing placements and related indicatorsIn the event of an emergency, Essential Employees are required to report to work as scheduledDuties and responsibilities are subject to change based upon assessment of company needsSKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONSMinimum of 2 years experience working within the Social Services FieldExperience with the Homeless populationExperience with the CARES systemMust be diligent and organizedMust be able to effectively communicate (verbally and in writing) Must be sensitive to different cultures and socioeconomic conditionsKnowledge of regulatory standards and property managementBilingual English/Spanish is preferred