DePaul
Overview
DePaul is hiring a full-time Supportive Housing Specialist in Rochester. The Supportive Housing Specialist will be responsible for assisting tenants with linkages to help them maintain a stable community living environment of their choice. Responsibilities
Assist tenants in securing a safe and affordable apartment of their choice. Provide support to the tenant with establishing and maintaining utilities. Assist with purchasing furniture and needed household items. Initiate direct contact with the tenant on at least a monthly basis to review their current living environment and monitor mental health status. Document all visits and client contacts in the tenant’s record. Practice person-centered approaches and demonstrate a positive, caring demeanor when working with tenants. Work with the tenant and their service providers to provide regular ongoing support. Assist the tenant when necessary to settle housing-related disputes with the landlord. Provide teaching, monitoring and recovery-oriented supports as needed in living independently. Work with the tenant to ensure that all entitlements are secured and maintained. Work with the tenant and their support team to create an individualized housing support plan. Provide transportation to the tenant when necessary. Ensure that the tenant maintains required clinical services and other linkages (e.g., medical, dental treatment, vocational education) as needed. Ensure that all new tenants apply for HUD / Section 8 housing. Maintain adequate records and provider reports and statistics as requested by the supervisor. Coordinate the moving in (and out) of tenants as necessary. Performs other duties necessary for the effective and efficient operation of the program. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or 4 years of mental health experience or equivalent. One year of experience in the human services field preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. In addition to the above criteria, this position requires a clean NYS driving record as outlined in DePaul’s personnel policy. The use of one’s personal vehicle is also a requirement. Must be at least 18 years of age. Schedule and Benefits
This position is Monday-Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. Benefits include Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Generous PTO & Paid Holidays, 403B with Employer Match, robust Employee Assistance Program, Staff Recognition Program and Employee Discount Program. Equal Opportunity
DePaul is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and program need. Rochester, NY
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DePaul is hiring a full-time Supportive Housing Specialist in Rochester. The Supportive Housing Specialist will be responsible for assisting tenants with linkages to help them maintain a stable community living environment of their choice. Responsibilities
Assist tenants in securing a safe and affordable apartment of their choice. Provide support to the tenant with establishing and maintaining utilities. Assist with purchasing furniture and needed household items. Initiate direct contact with the tenant on at least a monthly basis to review their current living environment and monitor mental health status. Document all visits and client contacts in the tenant’s record. Practice person-centered approaches and demonstrate a positive, caring demeanor when working with tenants. Work with the tenant and their service providers to provide regular ongoing support. Assist the tenant when necessary to settle housing-related disputes with the landlord. Provide teaching, monitoring and recovery-oriented supports as needed in living independently. Work with the tenant to ensure that all entitlements are secured and maintained. Work with the tenant and their support team to create an individualized housing support plan. Provide transportation to the tenant when necessary. Ensure that the tenant maintains required clinical services and other linkages (e.g., medical, dental treatment, vocational education) as needed. Ensure that all new tenants apply for HUD / Section 8 housing. Maintain adequate records and provider reports and statistics as requested by the supervisor. Coordinate the moving in (and out) of tenants as necessary. Performs other duties necessary for the effective and efficient operation of the program. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or 4 years of mental health experience or equivalent. One year of experience in the human services field preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. In addition to the above criteria, this position requires a clean NYS driving record as outlined in DePaul’s personnel policy. The use of one’s personal vehicle is also a requirement. Must be at least 18 years of age. Schedule and Benefits
This position is Monday-Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. Benefits include Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Generous PTO & Paid Holidays, 403B with Employer Match, robust Employee Assistance Program, Staff Recognition Program and Employee Discount Program. Equal Opportunity
DePaul is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and program need. Rochester, NY
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