Housing Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

RiseWell Community Services is seeking a Full-Time Housing Coordinator to join the Suffolk County, Department of Health, Division of Mental Hygiene, ADULT SPOA Unit in Haupuage, NY

REPORTS TO:  Kristen Crispino, LCSW, Sr. Psychiatric Social Worker, Adult SPOA

JOB FUNCTION : 
This an administrative position, focused on coordinating and facilitating ease of access for several housing program opportunities for individuals with behavioral health conditions in Suffolk County. As a member of the Adult SPOA unit, the Housing Associate will be responsible for reviewing/processing applications for adults with mental illness seeking respite housing, SPA housing, and Crisis Residence. This includes, linking the referred individual to the appropriate resources, and providing alternative crisis intervention resources as needed. The Housing Associate will assist the Housing coordinator with of these housing programs; which includes ensuring policies and procedures are being followed, as well as working together with housing and respite providers and referral sources to ensure the system is working to its full potential. 

This position requires an individual who is organized and able to complete tasks timely, efficiently and independently, as many of the roles within this position are time sensitive. It is necessary to possess strong communication and negations skills, in order to coordinate effectively with all different providers and resources. 

QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree, or like experience required project Management or similar experience preferred

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision
• Retirement 401K Savings Plan with Employer Match
• Generous Paid Time Off for Full-time and Eligible Part-Time Employees
• 13 paid Holidays for Full-time and Eligible Part-Time Employees
• Long and Short Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• CALM App Subscription
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Career Growth & Promotional Opportunities
• Comprehensive Paid Training
• Supplemental Accident, Illness, and Hospitalization Insurance
• Supplemental Pet Insurance
• Encouragement for Educational Professional Advancement
• Employee Perks & Discounts on Broadway shows, theme parks, and other attractions
• Eligibility for Federal/Public Loan Forgiveness

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
RiseWell Community Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

ABOUT US:
Founded in 1972, RiseWell Community Services (RiseWell) is an innovative, multi-service, community-based social wellness agency. We are a major provider of health and wellness services, senior and children’s care, addiction recovery services, as well as affordable housing and support. RiseWell continues to serve thousands of community members across Suffolk, Nassau, Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx, and Manhattan.

RiseWell has developed innovative, successful programs that are designed to meet the needs of vulnerable populations, such as individuals in recovery, those living with chronic medical conditions, adult home residents, the homeless, low-income seniors, and at-risk children

For more information about RiseWell Community Services, please visit our website

HOURS: Monday-Friday, 9am to 5pm