Our mission is to create and sustain a strong, effective community that acknowledges and responds to the potential, achievements and interdependence of its diverse members. Rooted in and primarily focused on the Chelsea neighborhood, we seek to empower all individuals and families to achieve their highest potential, while maintaining a priority on those in economic need.
The
Supportive Housing Specialist
will represent Hudson Guild in providing social service assistance to tenants in Supportive Independent Housing, managed by Clinton Housing Development Company. Under the supervision of the Director of Social Services and the Supportive Housing Supervisor, the Specialist will provide case management and social services for the Clinton Housing tenant population. Candidate must possess a strong working knowledge of government entitlements and services, excellent organization, communication skills, good record‑keeping and computer proficiency. The Specialist will regularly review and evaluate service delivery with other members of the social service team, including Clinton Housing and Hudson Guild.
QUALIFICATIONS: BA or BSW in related field (with emphasis in Social Services). Bilingual in Spanish, preferred. Experience working with formerly homeless adults, organized and able to work independently.
Responsibilities
Provide case management, housing support and coordination of services so tenants can meet goals and maintain housing.
Assess the needs of the client, link clients to services and plan a course of action toward stabilization and maintenance.
Screen for eligibility for public benefits/entitlements and facilitate collection of documentation to support these applications.
Actively engage residents through outreach.
Provide information about entitlements.
Develop community linkages and refer residents to appropriate community providers to address their needs.
Advocate with social service agencies to ensure entitlements are secured and maintained.
Maintain client files, progress notes and service plans using AWARDs.
Work collaboratively with fellow staff and mental health collaterals as deemed beneficial.
Participate in tenant selection committee as requested.
Attend all tenant and staff meetings.
Produce monthly reports.
Maintain cooperative, supportive relationships with Hudson Guild and Clinton Housing programs/employees.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
24 Vacation Days
1 Floating Holiday
12 Sick Days
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
403b Plan
As a NYC contracted agency all positions at Hudson Guild fall under the NYC vaccine mandate. All employees, consultants, volunteers and interns must show proof of vaccination upon hire.
Hudson Guild is an equal opportunity employer.
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The
Supportive Housing Specialist
will represent Hudson Guild in providing social service assistance to tenants in Supportive Independent Housing, managed by Clinton Housing Development Company. Under the supervision of the Director of Social Services and the Supportive Housing Supervisor, the Specialist will provide case management and social services for the Clinton Housing tenant population. Candidate must possess a strong working knowledge of government entitlements and services, excellent organization, communication skills, good record‑keeping and computer proficiency. The Specialist will regularly review and evaluate service delivery with other members of the social service team, including Clinton Housing and Hudson Guild.
QUALIFICATIONS: BA or BSW in related field (with emphasis in Social Services). Bilingual in Spanish, preferred. Experience working with formerly homeless adults, organized and able to work independently.
Responsibilities
Provide case management, housing support and coordination of services so tenants can meet goals and maintain housing.
Assess the needs of the client, link clients to services and plan a course of action toward stabilization and maintenance.
Screen for eligibility for public benefits/entitlements and facilitate collection of documentation to support these applications.
Actively engage residents through outreach.
Provide information about entitlements.
Develop community linkages and refer residents to appropriate community providers to address their needs.
Advocate with social service agencies to ensure entitlements are secured and maintained.
Maintain client files, progress notes and service plans using AWARDs.
Work collaboratively with fellow staff and mental health collaterals as deemed beneficial.
Participate in tenant selection committee as requested.
Attend all tenant and staff meetings.
Produce monthly reports.
Maintain cooperative, supportive relationships with Hudson Guild and Clinton Housing programs/employees.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
24 Vacation Days
1 Floating Holiday
12 Sick Days
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
403b Plan
As a NYC contracted agency all positions at Hudson Guild fall under the NYC vaccine mandate. All employees, consultants, volunteers and interns must show proof of vaccination upon hire.
Hudson Guild is an equal opportunity employer.
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