Housing Coordinator

Pathways Vermont Housing Coordinator - Chittenden & Franklin CountiesThe Company: Pathways Vermont provides community-based mental health services and collaborative learning that centers people as the experts of their own lives. We strengthen our communities and the system of care by elevating the voices of lived experience.The Role: The Housing Coordinator is a member of the Pathways housing team and works in partnership with the Permanent Supportive Housing services teams. The Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) program provides permanent housing and support services to individuals with histories of chronic homelessness and significant mental health challenges. The Housing Coordinator will assist in securing apartments and negotiating agreements with landlords. The Housing Coordinator is also responsible for supporting housing retention and stability for individuals once housed. The position works closely with local service providers, landlords and housing authorities in the community. Travel is required and some flexibility of schedule.Available Positions: 1Location: In person Franklin and Chittenden CountiesSchedule: Full Time (35-40 Hours Weekly)Supervisor: Statewide Housing Team LeadApplication Requirements:A Cover Letter and Resume are required with your application.ResponsibilitiesCollect and maintain information related to participant's housing history including: income and income history, rental history, criminal history and credit history (as these relate to obtaining/maintaining housing)Support our Permanent Supportive Housing Clients to identify housing with long term subsidies to move into independent housing.Work closely with the Service team to efficiently and effectively house families identified as homeless with short term subsidies providedLocate vacant apartments and support clients in applying.Negotiate with landlords/property managers to obtain vacant apartments; Provide ongoing support and education to community landlords regarding Pathways' services and contract expectationsDevelop networks of landlords to expand the supply of well maintained and affordable rental unitsMeet with clients and service team to discuss housing needs and expectationsProvide housing counseling assistance; act as a liaison between client and landlordOversees lease ups, move-in, move-outs and regular inspections pursuant to Housing Quality Standards between tenant, landlord and housing authority inspector.Be well versed in the obligation of tenants, landlord and housing authority as outlined in tenants HUD subsidy contract and housing agreements.Ensure Pathways remain in compliance with all housing contracts, including, but not limited to: HUD, Shelter Plus Care, Section 8, and DMH. Remain current with HUD rules and regulations as it pertains to HUD subsidies and DOC Grant funds.Accurate and timely maintenance of electronic database to track leasing, voucher expirations, applications, client records etc.Participate in required staff meetings and trainings as assignedRegular attendance is a requirement of the positionAttendance at the annual All Staff and Programmatic Retreats is an expectation of employment with Pathways Vermont, unless excused by the employee's manager/HR. Retreats are held on workdays, during normal working hours, and are fully paid.Other Duties as assignedQualifications:Comparable work experience preferred.Familiarity with housing laws and housing subsidy programs preferredComfort initiating new relationships and negotiationsMust be able to work in a fast paced environment as well as possess strong problem solving skills,organizational skills and good work ethic and computer proficiencyMust be able to work semi-flexible hoursAbility to travelValid driver's license, registration and reliable vehicle requiredExcellent verbal and written communicationMust be comfortable with rapid growth and thinking out of the boxCommitment to Pathways mission of housing as a human rightExcellent interpersonal skills - the ability to network with landlords, funders, and community stakeholdersPatience, creativity, flexibility, compassion, and sensitivity to persons with disabilities and other minority populationsWillingness to self-reflect, learn, and practice new ways of being in relationshipsRisk and discomfort toleranceEmployment is contingent on passing a background checkPhysical Requirements:Occasional exposure to outside environmental conditions for community-based meetings.Often meeting with persons in the community and/or visiting different businessesExtending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction at times when collecting paperwork, assisting with applications, etc.Extensive reading responsibilitiesAbility to ascend and descend stairs occasionally required (in instances when apartments, businesses and/or meeting places do not have an elevator)Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching. Occasionally during housing inspections to inspect various items.Regular operation of a computer and other office machinery including frequent typing.Grasping. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm such as stapling, completing hand-written forms, etc.Frequent talking and listening in participation of exchanging ideas through spoken word and occasional receipt and giving of detailed information through oral communication at normal speaking levels.Occasionally lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, occasionally exerting up to 20 pounds of force and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently (opening doors at meeting places/businesses, etc.)The worker is required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles.Compensation:$22.00 – $24.00 /Hour$2000 Hiring Bonus Available**Hiring Bonus will be paid after successful completion of the 60 day introductory period and review with supervisorBenefits:Medical, dental and vision insuranceLong Term Disability/Life InsurancePaid Time Off (accrual of 210 hours per year to start)9 Paid Holidays Annually403(b) Retirement Savings PlanEmployee Assistance ProgramLongevity Recognition RewardsAccess to a wide variety of Pathways facilitated trainings including Intentional Peer Support.It is the policy of Pathways Vermont that all employees and applicants shall receive equal consideration and treatment in employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identification, or disability. Pathways Vermont is committed to a diverse workplace that reflects the communities we serve and is particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of people including people with military experience, individuals with disabilities, and people of color.