Housing Specialist – Rapid Rehousing Program (RRH)
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Housing Specialist – Rapid Rehousing Program (RRH)
United Services, Inc. is a leading non‑profit provider of behavioral health and social services in northeastern Connecticut. With over 30 programs, 12 locations, and 250 dedicated professionals, we’re committed to improving the lives of children, adults, and families through compassionate mental health care, prevention, and support services. Our offices are located throughout Connecticut’s “Quiet Corner,” within easy commute of New London, Worcester, and Providence.
Location: Danielson, CT
Description: Work as part of a collaborative team providing housing search, placement, and stabilization services to survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, and human trafficking.
The Housing Specialist supports individuals and families in securing safe, permanent housing as quickly as possible through the Rapid Rehousing Program funded by HUD through the Connecticut Department of Housing. This role focuses on housing navigation, landlord engagement, survivor‑centered advocacy, and housing stability services with a goal of housing survivors within 30 days or less.
The Housing Specialist will assist survivors with locating housing, completing applications, and navigating the leasing process while coordinating closely with Advocates to complete intake, screening, and housing assessments within 48 hours of enrollment. Responsibilities include showing survivors at least three safe and appropriate housing options based on survivor preference, conducting housing inspections and rent reasonableness reviews, and providing ongoing landlord and survivor mediation to support successful tenancy.
The position requires maintaining strong relationships with landlords and community partners, educating landlords on Rapid Rehousing rental assistance, and ensuring compliance with HUD, DOH, and CCADV requirements. Strict confidentiality, accurate documentation, attendance at trainings and team meetings are required. Other related duties may be assigned in support of program goals.
Schedule: Monday through Friday 9:00 A.M. – 5:30 P.M.
Bachelor’s degree or Associate’s degree and two years relevant experience.
Salary Range:
$19.00 – $21.50 per hour (depending on experience)
Bilingual (Spanish/English) rate of pay:$19.96 – $22.59 per hour (depending on experience)
Very generous comprehensive benefit package for medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee and their family
Life, AD & D, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance plans – 100% employer paid
Four weeks of paid vacation
12 paid holidays
Paid Sick time
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care reimbursement
Professional Development Funds
403B Thrift Plan (tax‑deferred) with employer contribution and match after one year
Employee Assistance Program
Mileage Reimbursement
United Services is an approved site for the National Health Services Corps loan repayment and scholarship programs
*Benefits will be pro‑rated for eligible part‑time positions
All employees of United Services, Inc. are required to receive the influenza (flu) vaccine each year, unless a medical exemption has been submitted and approved by our Medical Director.
United Services is an Aff… EEO/M/F/D/V
How to Apply To apply for any open position, please follow these steps:
To request an Application For Employment, please call Human Resources at 860-774-2020
Send the application, along with your resume and a cover letter via email, regular mail or fax to: jobopenings@usmhs.org or United Services, Inc. Attn: Human Resources 1007 North Main St. Dayville, CT 06241 or Fax to 860-774-0095
Social Media To explore our latest employment opportunities, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.
Additional Employment Information We only consider applicants who meet the minimum educational and experience qualifications listed for a position. We encourage independently licensed clinicians, those who are fully fluent in Spanish and English, and individuals who have a diverse background to apply.
Because we value diversity and the ability to meet the needs of community residents, United Services pays higher starting salaries to employees who are fully fluent in Spanish and English. United Services also provides supervision for those pursuing an independent licensure.
United Services requires all employees to be vaccinated against influenza annually during flu season.
United Services is an Aff… EEO/M/F/D/V.
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Location: Danielson, CT
Description: Work as part of a collaborative team providing housing search, placement, and stabilization services to survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, and human trafficking.
The Housing Specialist supports individuals and families in securing safe, permanent housing as quickly as possible through the Rapid Rehousing Program funded by HUD through the Connecticut Department of Housing. This role focuses on housing navigation, landlord engagement, survivor‑centered advocacy, and housing stability services with a goal of housing survivors within 30 days or less.
The Housing Specialist will assist survivors with locating housing, completing applications, and navigating the leasing process while coordinating closely with Advocates to complete intake, screening, and housing assessments within 48 hours of enrollment. Responsibilities include showing survivors at least three safe and appropriate housing options based on survivor preference, conducting housing inspections and rent reasonableness reviews, and providing ongoing landlord and survivor mediation to support successful tenancy.
The position requires maintaining strong relationships with landlords and community partners, educating landlords on Rapid Rehousing rental assistance, and ensuring compliance with HUD, DOH, and CCADV requirements. Strict confidentiality, accurate documentation, attendance at trainings and team meetings are required. Other related duties may be assigned in support of program goals.
Schedule: Monday through Friday 9:00 A.M. – 5:30 P.M.
Bachelor’s degree or Associate’s degree and two years relevant experience.
Salary Range:
$19.00 – $21.50 per hour (depending on experience)
Bilingual (Spanish/English) rate of pay:$19.96 – $22.59 per hour (depending on experience)
Very generous comprehensive benefit package for medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee and their family
Life, AD & D, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance plans – 100% employer paid
Four weeks of paid vacation
12 paid holidays
Paid Sick time
Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care reimbursement
Professional Development Funds
403B Thrift Plan (tax‑deferred) with employer contribution and match after one year
Employee Assistance Program
Mileage Reimbursement
United Services is an approved site for the National Health Services Corps loan repayment and scholarship programs
*Benefits will be pro‑rated for eligible part‑time positions
All employees of United Services, Inc. are required to receive the influenza (flu) vaccine each year, unless a medical exemption has been submitted and approved by our Medical Director.
United Services is an Aff… EEO/M/F/D/V
How to Apply To apply for any open position, please follow these steps:
To request an Application For Employment, please call Human Resources at 860-774-2020
Send the application, along with your resume and a cover letter via email, regular mail or fax to: jobopenings@usmhs.org or United Services, Inc. Attn: Human Resources 1007 North Main St. Dayville, CT 06241 or Fax to 860-774-0095
Social Media To explore our latest employment opportunities, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.
Additional Employment Information We only consider applicants who meet the minimum educational and experience qualifications listed for a position. We encourage independently licensed clinicians, those who are fully fluent in Spanish and English, and individuals who have a diverse background to apply.
Because we value diversity and the ability to meet the needs of community residents, United Services pays higher starting salaries to employees who are fully fluent in Spanish and English. United Services also provides supervision for those pursuing an independent licensure.
United Services requires all employees to be vaccinated against influenza annually during flu season.
United Services is an Aff… EEO/M/F/D/V.
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