Housing Administrative and Intake Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

WHY JOIN JFS?

For more than 150 years, Jewish Family Services of Western New York has been committed to providing high quality services to all in need in the interest of helping to "repair the world." Our services are guided by the essential connection between mental well-being, physical wellness, and positive self-worth. Our reputation is the result of our exceptional staff. In addition to offering competitive compensation and truly exceptional benefits, we are committed to providing a supportive, inclusive work environment in which all employees are able to contribute their best.

OUR VALUES

Be a Mensch : We are ethical, kind, and admirable. We assume good intent and act with integrity. We are thoughtful and deliberative in how we support our clients, each other, and the community. “Choose generosity over judgment—every time”

Be Purpose-Built : We create spaces and programs that respect clients’ individuality and opens access. We strive to meet the individual where they’re at and give them the tools to be successful

Be Resolute : We work with tenacity to identify problems, seek out solutions, and get things done. Even small steps forward are acts of resilience.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

The Housing Administrative and Intake Specialist will assist in the support and daily operations of the Housing department of JFSWNY assisting all housing related programs : including Refugee Services, Career Services, Health Home and Rapid Rehousing. They will complete any work that is supportive of these programs and within the scope of programs funded. The Housing Administrative and Intake Specialist will manage client intake and eligibility screening, maintaining accurate documentation and provide administrative support to case management and housing team. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about serving vulnerable populations. They will report to the Manager of Housing Department with support from the program managers.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

A representative summary of tasks to be performed is provided below . The employee may be asked to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically stated in this description. The duties and responsibilities of the position are to be carried out in a manner that is consistent with the mission, values, and operating principles of Jewish Family Services.

Administrative Support

• Take on active role in moving data systems forward with Director of Data Management.
• Support Housing Manager with data and financial tracking systems development.
• Support Housing navigators and case managers by scheduling appointments, managing files, and preparing necessary documents.
• Serve as a liaison between housing, health home, career services, family support and refugee services teams to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Enter client data into tracking documents and databases as required and assigned by Housing manager.
• Maintain and order supplies for programs.
• Track financial expenditures in provided spreadsheets and reconcile with finance department.
• Review files for compliance.
• Attend agency and department meetings as required.
• Participate in trainings as required.

Client Intake & Eligibility

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

Education and Experience :

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

Competencies :

Expectation Based on Agency Values :

WORKING CONDITIONS

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

WHAT WE OFFER

The above pay range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, background, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If this sounds like the opportunity that you’ve been looking for, please apply today by completing our application located at https : / / jfsbuffalo.applicantpro.com / jobsbyorganization / . Please provide a resume and cover letter along with your application.