Reports to: Director for

Housing Programs Travel Required:

The Housing Specialist's office is located in Medford, N.Y. but job responsibilities will require for the individual to travel through-out Nassau and Suffolk County. Conference in Albany to be attended as needed. Reliable vehicle with appropriate insurance coverage required.

Salary Range:

$44,000-$46,000 Health Insurance (NYSHIP) at no cost to employee, starting after 3 month probationary period Vision and dental insurance available at a low cost Extensive Holiday schedule and Paid Time Off Mileage reimbursement for job related travel Family friendly environment 403B offered

Position:

Full time; 35 hours per week; (does not include lunch). Applicants will be trained. Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience to successfully perform the essential duties of the position may be substituted.
• Professional experience in housing, community organizing, Independent Living, long term care, and/or disability rights strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of state and local housing policies, practices, laws and issues impacting seniors and people with disabilities preferred.
• Willingness and ability to readily respond to changing circumstances and expectations.
• Personal experience with disability a plus. Responsibilities
• Identify independent housing opportunities for unstably housed individuals who are either in an inpatient setting or unstably housed in the community.
• Assist eligible participants through all steps necessary for enrollment and admission, including: acquiring eligibility documentation, filling out housing applications, obtaining household goods and/or support for moving expenses, completing unit inspections, etc.
• Collaborate with applicants and/or his/her Independent Living Specialist, Transition Specialist, Service Coordinator (SC), Nursing Home Discharge Planner, Care Manager (CM), natural support, or advocate to ensure a support services plan is in place for program enrollment.
• Conduct follow-up after subsidy is initiated including but not limited to verifying occupancy of unit, continued eligibility for program, and assist in completing energy assistance applications.
• Work to identify landlords, public housing, and private housing in the region which may be suitable for individuals enrolled in the program in the future.
• Maintain a list of available housing in the region, including degree of accessibility, location, proximity to services, and rental costs.
• Track and report on all activities using the statewide project database.
• Attend trainings and perform other duties as requested by the Program Director or the Chief Executive Officer.

Pay:

$44,000.00 - $46,000.00 per year

Benefits:

403(b) Dental insurance Health insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person