Housing Coordinator

Housing CoordinatorAdult Mental Health Recovery ServicesDedham, MA • Full-Time/RegularRiverside Community CareHousing CoordinatorACCS Integrated Teams provide clinical interventions and peer and family support to facilitate engagement, support functioning and maximize symptom stabilization and self-management of individuals and to assist individuals in developing skills, establishing natural supports and resources to live successfully in the community.As a member of the ACCS team, the Housing Coordinator will work as a member of Persons' Team having primary responsibility for supporting Persons in attaining and keeping stable, secure housing.The Housing Coordinator will:educate staff and Persons using ACCS services about tenancy issues, housing rights, and resourcesassist Persons with applying for and attaining subsidieswork with Persons to secure housing that meets their needs and will guide the Person in learning the skills necessary to maintain community housingprovide a single point of contact for developing relationships with landlords, housing authorities, and DMH Area housing staff, to foster communication and provide advocacySchedule: 40 hours per week; Monday through FridayPay Rate: $23.60/hourWe make a true difference in people's lives through rewarding work. Most of our jobs come with great benefits – including healthcare, numerous professional development opportunities, and generous time off - all in a respectful and inclusive environment, perhaps why Riverside was named a Boston Globe Top Workplace and a best-in-state employer by Forbes.Benefits include:Comprehensive, high-quality health, dental, and vision insurance optionsFlexible Spending Accounts – both medical and dependent careTwelve paid holidaysSeparate accruals for vacation (increases with tenure), personal, and sick timeTax-deferred 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer matchEmployee Assistance Plan / Travel Assistance PlanEmployee bonus for referrals resulting in hiringDiscounts to movie theaters, sporting, and entertainment eventsEmployee YMCA discount: 10% off a YMCA monthly membership and 50% off the joiner's feeRequired SkillsDemonstrated ability to work effectively in team environmentMust have excellent written and verbal communication skills (in the English language) and present effectively to the publicMust have valid driver's license and available, dependable transportation and be willing to provide transportation to persons served in personal vehicle, as neededRequired ExperienceHigh school diploma and minimum of 2 years related experience required. Bachelor's degree preferredHousing advocacy experience preferredRiverside Community Care is dedicated to respect, integrity and engagement of all individuals. We are committed to building an inclusive and culturally competent organization and we value the richness of having a diverse applicant pool. As an employer committed to equal opportunity, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic as established by law.