Housing Specialist - 40-47 22nd Street
$48,135–$48,135 year
On-site · Queens, New York, United States
Job Summary
Assist Independent Living Specialists to obtain supportive housing for clients; escort clients to medical-, benefits-, and housing-related appointments; compile, copy, and distribute HRA2010e housing packets; issue residency letters and client appointment reminders; document client interactions and advocacy in CARES and AWARDS; compile reports required by DHS and BRC Administration; monitor and update client information in AWARDS and CARES; facilitate psychoeducational groups with clients; research resources for clients; serve as a liaison between program and housing providers; provide emergency first aid/CPR assistance when needed.
Required Qualifications
- BA/BS degree preferred
- High School diploma or GED required
- Minimum two years' experience working with homeless, mentally ill, or MICA population required
- Excellent client advocacy skills required
- Liaison experience with external stakeholders preferred
- Knowledge of NY/NY supportive housing system strongly preferred
- Good writing and oral communication skills and computer proficiency needed
- Must possess ability to work independently but also as part of a team
- CPR training certification or willingness to take training class in CPR
Desired Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED required
- BA/BS degree preferred
- Minimum two years' experience working with homeless, mentally ill, or MICA population
- Excellent client advocacy skills
- Liaison experience with external stakeholders preferred
- Knowledge of NY/NY supportive housing system strongly preferred
- Good writing and oral communication skills
- Computer proficiency
- CPR training certification or willingness to take training class in CPR
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