Housing Coordinator

JOB SUMMARY:  The Housing Coordinator will oversee all re-housing and stabilization services to families within the Family Services Branch.  She/he will provide structure and oversight to our Supportive Housing Program, and all community based rapid re-housing services. She/he will identify, pursue, and maintain affordable housing opportunities for families, while promoting self-sufficiency, empowerment, and stabilization for families.  The Housing Coordinator will accept and display the values of caring, honest, respect, and responsibility.

 

PROGRAM/DEPARTMENT RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide leadership to the Old Colony Y in development of a housing network of public and private housing entities and landlords
• Provide coordination of rapid re-housing and stabilization services for the Family Services Branch
• Support case management team in development of a strength-based re-housing and stabilization assessment plan for each family
• Monitor families progress/efforts in housing search and placement
• Accompany families to open houses/apartment viewings and/or lease signings
• Develop and maintain housing resources, housing programs, housing benefits, etc. for all Family Services Branch
• Develop relationships and maintain communication with landlords and public and private housing agencies
• Organize housing inventory with relevant and updated housing information
• Collaborate with program staff to assist families with their needs, overcome barriers, and assist with developing self-sufficiency goals
• Conduct outreach and survey communities to identify permanent housing resources
• Review clients’ income and expenses, credit histories, and CORI/criminal background checks in order to determine potential barriers to housing
• Conduct housing workshops and/or groups including orientation upon clients entry to program
• Make all accommodations necessary (i.e., space, phone, transportation etc.) to help families in their housing search activities
• Maintain regular contact with the Case Managers to assess the family’s progress in meeting its housing search obligations and to address any barriers to obtaining and maintaining permanent housing
• Oversee maintenance of families in housing and oversee Rapid-Rehousing stabilization plans for 18 months after placement
• Foster a harmonious atmosphere within the program by helping clients to identify and resolve social and other problems
• Maintain up-to-date client records in locked file cabinet

• Participate in staff meetings, weekly clinical meetings, community meetings and trainings as requested by the Director

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services, Social Work or related field
• Minimum of five years experience in human services, residential setting, or housing programs
• Valid Driver’s License with safe driving record (SDIP Points)
• Experience with in-crisis youth and families
• Prior success with non-profit housing organizations and community collaborations
• Prior success with assisting individuals secure affordable, permanent housing

•  Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint
• Additional skills should include correct grammar, punctuation, spelling and business writing
• Able to lift 50 pounds
• Able to do three flights of stairs
• Snow Shoveling to accommodate needs