Job Location : Poughkeepsie,NY, USA
LHH is hiring a Housing Specialist for a non-profit in New York! We are seeking a dedicated individual with experience supporting the homeless, for our client located in Manhattan. This is a contract position starting immediately - please apply today!
Position Summary,
Employment type: Contract / Contract to Hire
Location: 100% onsite in Manhattan
Hours: Monday – Friday, 9AM-5PM with 1 hour unpaid lunch
Hourly pay rate: $21/hour
Responsibilities,
Performing initial intake and assessment with clients to verify eligibility and needs
Grow and maintain relationships with affordable housing and city housing authorities
Educate and advise clients on qualifications for affordable housing or city housing, including regulations, background checks, and related requirements
Maintain and update database of available affordable housing for clients
Work with clients in a one-on-one or group setting, to gain and improve skills needed to secure and maintain permanent housing (life-skills training, how to pay utilities, additional community resources available, etc.)
Maintain documentation system regarding clients placed in housing, follow up notes, and any additional information
Qualifications,
Experience: 2 years of experience within social services, supporting low-income or homeless population
Communication: Strong communication skills (verbal and written), and compassionate persona
Technical: Basic to intermediate MS Office (Outlook, Word), ability to learn new documentation systems
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.