Housing Specialist
DePaul, Perry, NY, United States
Knitting Mill Apartments, a 55 and Over Single‑Site Supportive Housing Program in Perry, NY, is 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
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.
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.
Schedule This full‑time position is Monday‑Friday.
Benefits
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
403B with Employer Match
Robust Employee Assistant Program
Staff Recognition Program
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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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
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.
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.
Schedule This full‑time position is Monday‑Friday.
Benefits
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Generous PTO & Paid Holidays
403B with Employer Match
Robust Employee Assistant Program
Staff Recognition Program
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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