Housing Specialist

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Services For The Underserved, Inc.

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

North Amityville, New York

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Housing Specialist provides rapid rehousing and homelessness prevention services to veterans and their families. They act as a bridge between clients and housing providers to secure permanent housing and ensure long-term stability.

Qualifications

The Housing Specialist, SSVF position requires a BA in Human Services or a related field, along with one year of experience in housing services. Strong networking, negotiation, organizational, and communication skills are essential, as is proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with homeless families and/or veteran services and electronic database systems is highly desirable.

Job Description

Min

USD $45,000.00/Yr.

Max

USD $55,000.00/Yr.

Position Overview

The Housing Specialist, SSVF works as a  member of the social service team to provide Rapid Rehousing and Homelessness Prevention services to veterans/veteran families; functions as a bridge between veterans and housing providers to empower program participants to overcome barriers and meet the goals identified on their individualized housing stability plans;  identifies safe, affordable permanent housing options for clients; fosters relationships with landlords and to link each program participant with appropriate community supports to ensure their housing stability.  

Qualifications

  • BA in Human Services or related field and one year experience in housing services or a combination of education and experience.
  • Experience with homeless families and/or veteran services highly desirable.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite required.
  • Experience with electronic database systems (such as the AWARDS system) is preferred.
  • Strong ability to network and negotiate with housing providers a must.
  • Solid organizational skills/strong communication and writing skills required.
  • Willingness to attend occasional events outside of normal business hours, including Veterans Day.
  • High energy level to complete assigned work and meet deadlines.  

Company Overview

S:US IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

Join a team of employees who care about the wellbeing of others. We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values: respect, integrity, support, maximizing individual potential and continuous quality improvement. From health and wellness resources to generous PTO, professional development, and more, explore all that we offer on our Benefits Page and see how S:US invests in you. 

We believe in fostering a culture built on our core values: respect, integrity, support, maximizing individual potential and continuous quality improvement.  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information and including all other statuses protected by Federal, State and Local laws. S:US is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities, including allowance of the use of services animals. To request reasonable accommodation or if you believe such a request was improperly handled or denied, contact the Leave Team at MyMedicalLeave@sus.org. 

ID

2025-17599

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Services For The Underserved, Inc.

Services for the UnderServed (S:US) believes every New Yorker has the right to lead a life of purpose. Since 1978, S:US has been turning this belief into reality by advocating for people with life circumstances marked by homelessness, intellectual/developmental disability, behavioral health and addiction challenges, poverty, criminal justice involvement, and trauma. Our dedicated workforce of 1,800 provides services and supports to transform the lives of tens of thousands of individuals and families in New York City and Long Island. By delivering high quality services that address the complex circumstances of each individual, we help transform lives, improve neighborhoods, and break the cycle of poverty for current and future generations of New Yorkers.
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