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The DePaul Group

Housing Specialist

The DePaul Group, Buffalo, New York, United States, 14266

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Job Details Job Location: US-NY-Buffalo

Category: Supported Housing

Type: Regular Full‑Time

FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt

Shift: Days

Department: Supportive Housing

Corporation Name: DePaul Community Services (DCS)

Overview The Pan‑American Square Apartments are now hiring a full‑time Housing Specialist! The Housing Specialist is responsible for the oversight of clients enrolled in the Supported Housing portion of the SP SRO housing.

Why work for DePaul?

Make a positive difference in someone's life

Supportive work environment

We value diversity

Opportunity for professional development and career advancement

Excellent benefits

Competitive pay rate from $23-$23.60/hour

Responsibilities Direct Service Responsibilities

Develop, monitor and update housing support plans to identify which services DePaul is to provide to maximize clients success.

Assists in linkage to any necessary support services such as mental health treatment, medical, vocational and educational services.

Networks with support services such as mental health treatment, medical, vocational and educational services.

Assists clients in accessing and keeping all financial entitlements they are eligible for.

Maintain accurate, up‑to‑date records.

Assists the other staff in the building by performing essential duties in their absence.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Administrative Responsibilities

Attend county SPOA meetings as part of DePaul's intake team to help with admission decisions.

Assess referrals to determine if SP SRO is an appropriate level of care for individuals.

Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree or 4 years of mental health and/or special needs population experience (per site needs).

Experience: One year working in human services field preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Other: Valid New York State driver's license. Must meet qualifications set by agency's clean driver record policy. Use of personal vehicle required.

Work Environment The schedule for this position is for the day shift, Monday‑Friday.

Benefits This position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Generous PTO & Paid Holidays, 403B with Employer Match, robust Employee Assistant Program, Staff Recognition Program and Employee Discount Program.

DePaul is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and program need.

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