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DePaul

Housing Specialist

Pay: $48,464/yr

Posted: 07/17/2026

Location: Schenectady, NY (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/8/2026

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What they do

A Career Counselor works with adults of all ages to plan career choices and access the education and training needed to support a career. Gives skills assessment and aptitude tests to clients. Provides job search assistance or training for general workplace skills. Provides referrals for workplace literacy, academic or job training programs, or direct job referrals.

$61,886 / year median in New York

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

Overview DePaul's Mosaic 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 New York State driver's license. Must meet qualifications set by agency's clean driver record policy. Use of personal vehicle required. Work Environment This full-time position is Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm. Mosaic Apartments, a 55 and Over Single-Site Supportive Housing Program, provides long-term or permanent housing where residents can access the support services they require to live successfully in the community. Located in Schenectady, New York, the Mosaic Apartments have a total of 60 units, 5 of which are reserved for the 55 and Over Single-Site Supportive Housing Program. 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.