Housing & Benefits Specialist
The Edinburg Center, Bedford, MA, United States
The Edinburg Center has exciting career opportunities for people looking to join a dynamic organization dedicated to transforming lives and making a difference in the Human Services field.
Position:
Housing & Benefits Specialist
Location:
Bedford, MA
Job Id:
2016
# of Openings:
1
Hourly Rate:
$21.46
The Edinburg Center is seeking a Housing & Benefits Specialist within the Program of Assertive Community Treatment (PACT) program. This role supports Persons Served in securing stable housing, accessing financial and public benefits, and working toward meaningful recovery and independence. The Specialist provides person-centered, recovery-oriented services that promote stability, self-sufficiency, and community integration.
What you will do Housing Support
Assist Persons Served in locating and maintaining stable housing consistent with Housing First principles.
Coordinate housing searches, applications, and subsidy paperwork.
Ensure compliance with DMH and agency housing regulations and licensing requirements.
Build and maintain relationships with landlords, property managers, and realtors in the PACT catchment area.
Provide education and training on housing resources to staff and Persons Served.
Benefits Support
Establish supportive, therapeutic relationships and provide recovery-oriented services.
Assist individuals in identifying personal recovery goals and developing Individualized Action Plans (IAPs).
Provide benefits counseling, including SSI, SSDI, SSA, veterans’ benefits, and other entitlements.
Support applications for public benefits such as SNAP (Food Stamps), fuel assistance, and other community resources.
Teach money management and financial literacy skills.
Life Skills & Community Integration
Assist with daily living activities, appointments, and transportation as needed.
Teach and support the use of public transportation.
Promote independence, self-advocacy, and community engagement.
Who you are
Minimum of one year experience working with adults with serious mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders.
Knowledge of housing subsidies, benefits systems, and community resources required.
Familiarity with Housing First and Harm Reduction models preferred.
Knowledge of DMH licensing requirements preferred.
Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle required.
What We Offer We offer an excellent benefits package for both full and part-time staff, including health (must work a minimum of 30 hours) dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement savings plan. Paid time off benefits include vacation, personal, sick and holidays. To support ongoing professional development, we offer tuition reimbursement, conference, seminar, certification and specialized training funding, as well as free clinical supervision for licensure.
Be YOU! We are committed to providing a welcoming, inclusive, and diverse environment for our employees and the people we serve. Persons from diverse backgrounds including women, communities of color, the LGBTQ community and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The Edinburg Center, Inc. is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
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Position:
Housing & Benefits Specialist
Location:
Bedford, MA
Job Id:
2016
# of Openings:
1
Hourly Rate:
$21.46
The Edinburg Center is seeking a Housing & Benefits Specialist within the Program of Assertive Community Treatment (PACT) program. This role supports Persons Served in securing stable housing, accessing financial and public benefits, and working toward meaningful recovery and independence. The Specialist provides person-centered, recovery-oriented services that promote stability, self-sufficiency, and community integration.
What you will do Housing Support
Assist Persons Served in locating and maintaining stable housing consistent with Housing First principles.
Coordinate housing searches, applications, and subsidy paperwork.
Ensure compliance with DMH and agency housing regulations and licensing requirements.
Build and maintain relationships with landlords, property managers, and realtors in the PACT catchment area.
Provide education and training on housing resources to staff and Persons Served.
Benefits Support
Establish supportive, therapeutic relationships and provide recovery-oriented services.
Assist individuals in identifying personal recovery goals and developing Individualized Action Plans (IAPs).
Provide benefits counseling, including SSI, SSDI, SSA, veterans’ benefits, and other entitlements.
Support applications for public benefits such as SNAP (Food Stamps), fuel assistance, and other community resources.
Teach money management and financial literacy skills.
Life Skills & Community Integration
Assist with daily living activities, appointments, and transportation as needed.
Teach and support the use of public transportation.
Promote independence, self-advocacy, and community engagement.
Who you are
Minimum of one year experience working with adults with serious mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders.
Knowledge of housing subsidies, benefits systems, and community resources required.
Familiarity with Housing First and Harm Reduction models preferred.
Knowledge of DMH licensing requirements preferred.
Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle required.
What We Offer We offer an excellent benefits package for both full and part-time staff, including health (must work a minimum of 30 hours) dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement savings plan. Paid time off benefits include vacation, personal, sick and holidays. To support ongoing professional development, we offer tuition reimbursement, conference, seminar, certification and specialized training funding, as well as free clinical supervision for licensure.
Be YOU! We are committed to providing a welcoming, inclusive, and diverse environment for our employees and the people we serve. Persons from diverse backgrounds including women, communities of color, the LGBTQ community and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The Edinburg Center, Inc. is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
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