Housing Specialist Position Available In Erie, New York

Housing Specialist The DePaul Group $23.00 – $23.60 / hr medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, paid holidays, 403(b), employee discount United States, York, Buffalo Jun 18, 2025 Housing Specialist
Job Locations US-NY-Buffalo Category Supported Housing Type Regular Full-Time FLSA Status Non-Exempt Shift Days Department Supported Housing Corporation Name DePaul Community Services (DCS) Overview The Pan-American Square Apartments are now hiring a full-time Housing Specialist! The Housing Specialist is responsible for the oversight of clients enrolled in the Supported Housing portion of the SP SRO housing. Why work for DePaul? Make a positive difference in someone’s life
Supportive work environment
We value diversity
Opportunity for professional development and career advancement
Excellent benefits
Competitive pay rate from $23-$23.60/hour Responsibilities

DIRECT SERVICE RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop, monitor and update housing support plans to identify which services DePaul is to provide to maximize clients success.
Assists in linkage to any necessary support services such as mental health treatment, medical, vocational and educational services.
Networks with support services such as mental health treatment, medical, vocational and educational services.
Assists clients in accessing and keeping all financial entitlements they are eligible for.
Maintain accurate, up-to-date records.
Assists the other staff in the building by performing essential duties in their absence.
Performs other duties as assigned.

ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES

Attend county SPOA meetings as part of DePaul’s intake team to help with admission decisions.
Assess referrals to determine if SP SRO is an appropriate level of care for individuals.

Qualifications Education:

Bachelor’s degree or 4 years of mental health and/or specials needs population experience (per site needs).

Experience:

One year working in human services field preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Other:

Valid York State driver’s license. Must meet qualifications set by agency’s clean driver record policy. Use of personal vehicle required. Work Environment This role is Monday-Friday. Benefits This position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Generous PTO & Paid Holidays, 403B Employer Match, Employee Discount Programs, Free Parking and Staff Recognition Programs.