About this opportunity
Goddard Riverside Community Center lists this Housing Specialist (Baxter) opportunity in elmhurst, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Housing Specialist (Baxter)
Baxter Safe Haven - Elmhurst, NY 11373
Salary Range $45,233.87 - $50,259.86 Salary/year
Description
Intro/Program Description: The Baxter Safe Haven is a 74-bed Safe Haven which provides transitional housing to unsheltered single adults as part of Goddard's continuum of homeless services and consistent with our philosophy of housing all New Yorkers. The Baxter offers medical, behavioral health and wellness services, entitlement assistance, substance use counseling and groups through our Harm Reduction Specialists, and assistance with securing permanent housing.
Purpose of Position: The Housing Specialist will serve as part of an interdisciplinary team working to secure stable, permanent housing for clients of the Baxter Safe Haven.
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm
Salary Range: $45,233.87-$50,259.86
Candidates must have the required qualifications to be considered for the position. The salary offer will be based on the candidate's number of years experience in the exact or comparable position and additional preferred qualifications will be taken into account.
Roles, Responsibilities and Essential Duties
Client-Facing Work (~40%)
Work as part of an interdisciplinary team to promote wellness and help clients obtain stable, permanent housing
Conduct housing eligibility assessments for all clients
Meet with clients to establish goals, monitor and assess progress
Complete housing application packages (2010E's, voucher applications, and Housing Connect)
Prepare and coach clients to complete housing interviews
Develop and facilitate client workshops and individual sessions on skills and information necessary to acquire and maintain independent permanent housing
Work with clients to break down barriers they have to meet their goals
Respond quickly and appropriately in crisis situations
Administrative Duties (~40%)
Track placements and conduct follow up on clients placed into permanent housing
Develop and maintain appropriate records and documentation of services to clients
Participate in weekly staff meetings, case conferences, training programs and supervision meetings
Maintain an active listing of housing opportunities
Negotiate with landlords and other service providers to ensure stable housing
Field Work (~20%)
Accompany clients to housing related appointments such as apartment viewings, housing interviews, and apartment inspections as needed
Connect with outside housing providers/resources (landlords, brokers, DHS, HPD, HASA, and other housing providers)
Other duties as required to ensure the overall operation of the program
Qualifications/Educational Requirements
Required:
High School Diploma or GED required
Preferred:
Bachelor's Degree
Proficiency in Spanish and English
Experience showcasing knowledge of completing housing applications
Experience working with homeless adults
Experience working with individuals diagnosed with severe and persistent mental illness, substance use, and co-occurring disorders
Prior experience in safe haven, outreach, or supportive housing
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Ability to maintain a calm, professional, and welcoming demeanor when working with a challenging population
Understanding harm reduction model, motivational interviewing, trauma informed care, and other best practices
Strong team player who collaborates effectively across departments to support overall program operations
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust across diverse populations
Strong organizational and systems-oriented approach, with keen attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to multitask and prioritize competing deadlines without sacrificing accuracy
Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should be:
Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel
Comfortable with frequent computer use
Able to respond to email communication quickly in a fast-paced environment
Experience with, or ability to learn, computer databases such as CARES, AWARDS, and a Coordinated Assessment Placement System (CAPS)
Physical Requirements
Frequent walking and standing
Ability to lift up to 30 lbs
Work Environment
Indoor office and residential environment
Community visits with clients
We are committed to building an inclusive workplace community grounded in respect for differences. We support hiring a broadly diverse team of qualified individuals who will contribute to our organizations.
Goddard Riverside and Isaacs Center provide equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of duties and responsibilities that will be required of this position and title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be requested to perform job related task other than those specifically presented in this description. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Worksite address
elmhurst, NY, 11380, US
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