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Housing SpecialistCatholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago • Chicago, IL
Housing Specialist

Housing Specialist

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago • Chicago, IL
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Job Description

The Housing Specialist position is responsible for finding affordable and secure permanent housing for recently arrived refugees. This role requires building relationships with landlords and property owners and working closely with case managers to identify housing needs in the Chicago area and nearby suburbs. The ideal candidate should be a highly motivated and organized individual with good multitasking abilities, and capable of maintaining accurate and up-to-date records. Essential Functions of the position are detailed below, and include any physical requirements below that.
* Conduct research through phone calls, online, in-person, and community connections to identify suitable rental properties and apartments.
* Develop relationships with property owners, landlords, and property managers through ongoing outreach.
* Conduct site visits and evaluate housing units to ensure they meet federal and local housing standards.
* Negotiate lease terms with landlords, assist newly arrived refugee clients and landlords in understanding their respective roles and responsibilities, and help clients sign leases and/or housing agreements.
* Once housing is secured, the Housing Specialist will work with the Finance staff to ensure payment of the security deposit, move-in fee, and rent.
Will also collaborate with the case managers to coordinate the move-in date, utility hookup, furniture, and other essential supplies requests to guarantee that all household furniture and supplies are placed in the apartment before the refugees arrive.
* As needed, will collaborate with the case managers, greeting refugees at the airport, transporting them to temporary or permanent housing, and providing support during their adaptation to the United States.
* It may be required to work outside of regular business hours to fulfill clients' needs.
* Participate in weekly meetings with all staff to ensure all services are provided to clients in a timely manner according to the Cooperative Agreement so that the client can reach self-sufficiency.
* Essential functions may include other duties and responsibilities as assigned. PLEASE NOTE: Essential functions include all other duties and responsibilities as assigned. X Kneel and move from sitting, bending, kneeling or standing multiple times a day.
X Push and pull objects up to 25 pounds.
X Climb up and down up to 3 flights of stairs at a time.
X Lift up to 25 pounds.
Additional Requirements: Other Requirements Comply with program and/or Agency requirements related to (check all that apply).
X Background check, including any program specific requirements. Physical examination
Drug Testing
TB Testing
X Driver's License and reliable transportation
X Agency-specified automobile insurance
X Additional Requirements: Foreign language Proficiency to meet the
current needs of the program. Requires some evening and weekend
work hours. May drive clients. Immediate Supervisor: Program Director
Directly Supervises: N/A Education and Experience Requirements:
Relevant Education:
Preferred: MSW
Minimum: Bachelor's Degree Relevant Experience:
Preferred: 5 years
Minimum: 2 years Certification/Licensure:
Preferred: N/A
Minimum: N/A
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