POSITION OVERVIEW

The Housing Manager assists clients as they transition from shelter to permanent housing. He/she is responsible for identifying permanent housing options, developing and maintaining a database of housing resources, conducting individual sessions and support groups around housing issues, and providing referrals, advocacy, follow-up, and assistance with housing applications. The Housing Manager also develops partnerships with government and community agencies to help increase clients’
access to meaningful housing. and support groups around housing issues, and providing referrals, advocacy, follow-up, and assistance with housing applications. The Housing Specialist also develops partnerships with government and community agencies to help increase clients’ access to meaningful housing.

Salary: $48,000 - $53,000

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assess clients’ housing needs and develop an individualized plan to secure safe, affordable housing. Assess clients’ eligibility for government-financed housing programs, including subsidies, and benefit programs. Assist clients to secure and complete applications for permanent housing. Identify, and assist clients to obtain relevant documents needed for applications for permanent housing. Provide individual counseling, advocacy and support to clients. Develop and facilitate educational workshops and groups focused on housing (including available housing resources, apartment search techniques, mock interviews, and other best practices). Develop and maintain a database of resources, including a listing of brokers, landlords, and management companies. Engage in community outreach efforts to identify housing opportunities. Develop and maintain relationships with government partners, and supportive community-based organizations. Participate in team meetings, case conferences and meetings with prospective brokers and landlords. Represent URI at city and statewide coalitions, task forces and committees related to housing. Assist with administrative reports and program evaluation in collaboration with the Program Director. Must be on call daily to report updates to DHS.

SPECIFICATIONS FOR EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

Bachelor’s Degree or High School with three (3) years’ experience in housing placement.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum of two year counseling experience and two years of experience in housing development/management, real estate or case management. Familiarity with DHS regulations and DHS Cares Reporting Must have ability to be flexible with schedule as needed Demonstrated sensitivity and experience with and/or knowledge of homelessness within disenfranchised communities including individuals whom identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and/or HIV-affected, the elderly and individuals with substance abuse and/or mental health issues. Additionally, possess knowledge and skills necessary to develop strong linkages with city and private housing agencies as well as the ability to secure permanent housing for homeless population. Must have excellent communication skills, the ability to write and record case documentation, skills in group counseling, working knowledge of family issues, sensitivity to the needs of homeless families, have a demonstrated ability to advocate and provide follow-up around housing issues, and able to conduct housing specific workshops.

At URI we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment.  We actively seek a diverse candidate pool and encourage candidates of all backgrounds and abilities to apply. At URI we offer equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal, state and local law.