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Housing and Employment Specialist

Housing and Employment Specialist

SELF Inc.Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
  • Quick Apply
Job description

Housing and Employment Specialist

Shift : 9 AM – 5 PM.

Status : Exempt.

Reports to : Director of Housing.

Position Summary :

  • The Housing and Employment Specialist (HES) performs a variety of program related actvites to implement and support the SELF commitment to the “Housing First” model adopted by the Philadelphia Office of Homeless Services.
  • The Housing Specialist must demonstrate, understand, and be able to address the complex issues and challenges people experiencing homelessness encounter when seeking permanent housing.
  • The The Housing and Employment Specialist will work closely close with the SELF’s Case Management team to ensure housing applications are submitted in a timely manner and be responsible for keeping all team members involved in securing housing, advised of available housing programs, program updates, and requirements for submissions.
  • Additionally, the Housing and Employment Specialist will cultivate cooperative relationships with external partner programs; research affordable housing opportunities available to program participants; assist with the facilitation of participant orientation; assist case management with developing individualized housing goals and program objectives for program participants.
  • The Housing and Employment Specialist will ensure that an active and up-to-date database of housing providers and housing services providers is available and accessible to the Case Management team including actual housing inventory.
  • The Housing Specialist will develop and provide a Train-the-Trainers Housing First model for SELF personnel, partner organizations, potential funders, and program participants. (this list is not exhaustive)
  • The Housing and Employment Specialist will develop job training programs for all participants living or utilizing any SELF program.
  • The HES solicits partnership resources to increase employment outcomes.
  • The HES will compile relevant data on par􀆟cipant successes and challenges in gaining employment. THE HES will
  • maintain a database of potenial employers.
  • The HES will work with SELF Case Management team to integrate employment goals into participant plans. HES will develop participant assessments to identify employment skills, goals, and barriers.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES; Housing :

  • The Housing Specialist is responsible for communicating the Office of Homeless Services “Housing First” initative in a clear and compelling manner to potential landlords, property management companies, SELF personnel, partner organizations, potential funders, and program participants. (this list is not exhaustive)
  • The Housing Specialist will work closely with the SELF Case Management team and external partners to ensure housing applications are submitted in accordance with OHS and SELF standards.
  • The Housing Specialist will cultivate cooperative relationships with external housing related programs to ensure and increase the availability and access to affordable housing / housing assistance opportunities for program participants.
  • The Housing Specialist will research and develop a database detailing affordable housing and housing assistance opportunities to be available to SELF personnel and program participants. The Housing Specialist will assist SELF personnel with the facilitation of program participant orientation on a regularly scheduled basis to ensure that new program participants receive information in a timely manner.
  • The Housing Specialist will assist SELF personnel with developing individualized housing goals and program objectives for program participants;
  • The Housing Specialist will develop, maintain, and make available to the SELF personnel an active and up-to-date data base of housing providers, housing assistance opportunities, subsidized programs, and city-wide housing inventory.

    • PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES; Employment :

  • Create and consistently update employment training curriculum for program participants.
  • Track scheduled interview, job placements, training attendance, and participant satisfaction.
  • Solicit potential employers and develop relationships with job resources such as CareerLinks.

    • EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS :

  • A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study from accredited university or college.
  • 1-3 years of acceptable training / experience in homeless related services, housing related services and / or human services.
  • A fundamental understanding of the social determinants related to homelessness.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and clear motor vehicle record.
  • Criminal and Child Abuse clearance will be required.

    • KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS :

  • Knowledge of the local, state, and federal housing and homeless regulations, guidelines, procedures, requirements, and services.
  • Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • High degree of professionalism and ability to represent the agency in the community.
  • Strong administrative abilities and attention to detail.
  • Ability to contribute positively and consistently with SELF personnel, while maintaining a level of independence.
  • Ability to cultivate relationships, partner organizations, potential funders, program participants including housing providers, providers of housing assistance services, and other supportive services.
  • Demonstrate strong research, writing, public speaking, and presentation skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Software and database analysis software.
  • Ability to mi􀆟gate conflicts and negotiate successful resolutions.
  • Knowledge of and ability to execute organizational and program planning skills necessary to support and accomplish program and participant goals towards permanent housing.
  • Possess analytical skills necessary to : research policies, procedures, and guidance in response to specific questions or issues.
  • Creative problem-solving skills for use when there is not direct applicable guidance.
  • Interviewing and negotiating techniques.
  • Knowledge of basic lesson planning.

    • SELF is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran / or disability status.

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