A nonprofit organization in New York City is looking to add a new Housing Specialist to their growing team in Brooklyn. In this role, the Housing Specialist will be responsible for addressing the housing needs of clients residing in the organization's domestic violence shelters.
About the Opportunity:
- Start Date: ASAP
- Schedule: Tues - Fri 10am-6pm + Sat 12pm-8pm
- Setting: Domestic Violence Shelter
Responsibilities:
The Housing Specialist will:
- Assist clients as they transition from shelter to permanent housing
- Identify permanent housing options
- Develop and maintain a database of housing resources
- Conduct individual sessions and support groups around housing issues
- Provide referrals, advocacy, follow-up, and assistance with housing application
- Develop partnerships with government and community agencies to help increase clients’ access to meaningful housing
- Perform other duties, as needed
Qualifications:
- 2-3 years of related work experience
- BA Degree / will consider Associates or GED with 4+ years experience in field
- Demonstrated sensitivity and experience with and/or knowledge of Domestic Violence within and against Disenfranchised communities, including individuals whom identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and/or HIV-affected, the elderly and individuals with mental health issues
- Working knowledge of women’s issues, sensitivity to women’s needs, etc.
- Computer savvy
- Microsoft Office proficient
- Great interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
- Strong attention to detail
- Highly organized
Desired Skills:
- 2+ years of experience in Housing Development / Management, Real Estate and/or Case Management
- 1+ year of Counseling experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Human Services and/or a related field strongly preferred
