Case Manager – Housing Specialist (Grant Funded)

Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these duties.

• Work collaboratively with families and individuals experiencing homelessness to help them establish housing goals and obtain independent housing.
• Research and provide clients with appropriate housing opportunities.
• Assist clients with navigating the administrative bureaucracy surrounding housing, such as obtaining necessary paperwork and completing required applications and forms.
• Establish and maintain relationships with landlords and property management companies to facilitate better identification of available housing opportunities.
• Ensure required case management documentation and forms are completed.
• Create case notes and monitor clients’ progress to provide support and ensure their housing goals are met.
• Work with property owners and representatives to obtain required documents in support of financial assistance requests.
• View, inspect, and evaluate potential housing locations to ensure they are well-maintained and appropriate for client habitation.

To perform the job successfully, applicants should demonstrate the following skills.

• Knowledge of general principles and approaches for providing services to individuals and families experiencing housing insecurity, substance addiction, interpersonal trauma, and criminal justice involvement.
• Knowledge of HUD programs, resources, opportunities, and regulations.
• Knowledge of local community programs, resources, opportunities, and regulations.
• Knowledge and experience in property management and/or leasing.
• Ability to travel to various locations on a weekly basis (mileage reimbursed).
• Strong coordination, organizational and leadership skills.
• Strong computer skills; Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and Keyboarding.
• Ability to remain calm in crisis, hostile, or disaster situations.
• Able to work well independently and in group settings.
• Spanish and/or Polish bilingual ability preferred.

Working conditions:

Moderate to loud.

Ability to lift 25 pounds.

Project Management Certificate preferred.