Housing Specialist

Housing Specialist Full time Professional El Camino, Queens - NYC, Queens, NY, US 30+ days ago Requisition ID: 2700 Salary Range: $50,000.00 To $55,000.00 Annually Job Description JOB TITLE: Housing Specialist FLSA: Non-Exempt DIVISION: Services SALARY: $50,000.00 to $55,000.00

SUMMARY

This position will work out of a homeless shelter located in Queens, NY. The Housing Specialist is responsible for working with clients to identify suitable and permanent housing options.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Interfaces with the landlord and management companies to establish a working relationship Create and maintain a liaison with the DHS Housing Placement Unit Oversees landlord and management company compliance in meeting the established housing laws, building codes, and lease agreements Works in conjunction with Case Management to identify potential clients who are housing-ready Resolves crises or conflicts with landlords and management relationships Ensures uniformity in maintaining fair housing standards in securing apartments Develops and maintains a database of available housing options Works towards identifying new housing opportunities for clients through ongoing networks Prepares and/or coordinates reports and related information related to housing codes and compliance Informs Case Management staff of unit readiness and/or problems with the client maintaining units Prepare housing packages (HRA’s 2010E Application, General Population Housing Packages, HUD VASH Application Process, HPD Section 8 Process, LINC IV, IV + & V, etc.) and collaborate with Case Management staff in the preparation of psycho-social applications and assist in the access of any needed documents.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Work experience should include, but is not limited to, negotiating lease agreements with landlords and/or realtor management companies and providing housing for special needs populations. Knowledge of applicable state and city housing and disability laws and codes is essential. Must possess a valid driver’s license. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

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