HSS Housing Coordinator

Description:

Job Summary:

The Housing Coordinator enables people to apply for, and move into affordable housing within the community, as well as providing services that support a person to maintain living in their home.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assist clients in locating suitable housing in the community
• Complete person-centered housing plan
• Assist client in locating community resources
• Performs outreach to the community and other appropriate agencies regarding Housing
• Communicates regularly with clients and their support teams to discuss progress, problems, and plans
• Take clients to tour potential housing sites
• Assist clients in completing housing application
• Assist with packing and move coordination
• Follow up on a regular basis once move is completed to assist in housing stability
• Advocating with community resources to prevent eviction when housing is at risk and maintain a person’s safety
• Identifying and intervening to prevent and/or manage behaviors that may jeopardize continued housing
• Providing in-service transportation
• Working with public benefits, income opportunities, and landlord relationships in order to promote housing retention
• Maintain progress notes as required
• Attend weekly team meeting and one on one meetings as required

Requirements:

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Completion of HAC DHS training within the first week of employment
• Completion of mandated reporter vulnerable adult training within the first week of employment
• The ability to pass a DHS background check
• Knowledge of person-centered thinking and practices
• General knowledge of the housing search process and subsidized housing types
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Embodies the core values of Mentoring Professionals:
• We are change
• We do the right thing (when no one is looking)
• We listen to help
• We bring joy
• We don’t give up on people
• Able to perform independent tasks without supervision
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Competencies:

• Integrity when interacting with clients and their support team
• The ability to work independently and complete task in a timely manner
• Ability to work in a team-based environment, share resources, and cooperate with others
• Punctual to all appointments

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent required

Valid driver’s license required

Ability to pass DHS background check required

Experience working with vulnerable adults preferred