Housing Tenancy Specialist

Description

The Salvation Army Mission Statement :

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love for God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

BASIC PURPOSE

The purpose of the Housing Tenancy Specialist position is to assist families with sustaining permanent housing through case management, coaching and service coordination.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Conduct intake and program eligibility for Housing Tenancy Services

Manage cases actively receiving Housing Tenancy Services

Conduct case management and provide service coordination

Conduct home visits based on individual housing plans

Provide education on tenant roles, rights, and responsibilities

Liaise between tenants and landlords to assist with issues / disputes

Assist tenants with lease compliance and annual housing recertification process

Conduct bi-monthly home inspections for wellness, safety, habitability checks

Coordinate medical referrals in coordination with contracted managed care plans

Participate in weekly case conference meetings

Participate in program and agency trainings as assigned

Maintain accurate participant records in various information management systems; and generate reports as requested

Maintain and execute confidential information according to HIPPA standards

Maintain a highly detailed and organized filling system

Ensure intake procedures utilize harm reduction and housing first principles

Check and respond to emails and voicemails on a regular basis

Adhere to confidentiality standards

Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

Ability to speak and write the English language at a high and professional level

High degree of confidentiality

Able to endorse and promote The Salvation Army’s mission

Minimum two (2) years of social service work and / or related experience preferred

Computer literate, in Windows environment (Microsoft Office), Publisher, Excel and Outlook preferred

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Excellent and professional telephone etiquette and presence

Excellent organizational skills

Strong ability to utilize a high level of time management and handling multiple tasks

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

High school diploma

Must possess a valid California Class C Driver License, and ability to drive a Salvation Army vehicle

Must be 21 years or older

Authorize The Salvation Army to add name to the CA DMV Pull Notice Program

Complete The Salvation Army vehicle course training

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or sometimes continuous basis

Ability to grasp, push, and / or pull objects

Ability to reach overhead

Ability to operate telephone

Ability to lift up to 25-40 lbs.

Ability to operate a computer

Ability to process written, visual, and / or verbal information

Ability to operate basic office equipment and tools PC, Fax Machine, Telephone, Calculator, Copier, Printer.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed would not result in undue hardship.

Qualifications

Education

Required

• High School or Equivalent or better

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Experience

Required

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

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