Now Hiring - Richmond Behavioral Health Authority - Housing Specialist – PPW (Pregnant & Parenting Women Program) 244 in Richmond, VA

Full description of the position

RBH is now offering a sign-on bonus for qualifying professionals!

Richmond Behavioral Health is in search of a full-time Housing Specialists to join our team of Life Changers! This Housing Specialist will work exclusively with families who have or are experiencing the crisis of homelessness. The selected individual will perform intermediate professional work assessing client needs, developing, implementing and monitoring service delivery and assistance plans, coordinating and monitoring services with RBHA SUD Case Manager and other agencies, counseling and assisting clients, maintaining records and files, preparing reports, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the assigned supervisor.

Essential Functions

Complete thorough housing barrier assessment and housing plan for each program participant.

Assist program participants with process of obtaining appropriate housing subsidy

Assist program participants with locating and securing permanent housing. Act as liaison between program participants, landlords, and case management staff.

Collaborate with clinical staff on a regular basis regarding program participants.

Collaborate with landlords on a regular basis regarding program participants.

Actively outreach and recruit landlords and provide appropriate information about programs and services.

Conduct initial eligibility and annual/interim re-certifications (Housing Quality Standards (HQS) inspections and follow ups and financial updates)

Monitor and facilitate moves/relocation of program participants

Completes intakes into the Home Connect PSH program when a spot is vacated

Assist with closure/termination of cases when appropriate

Monitor status of program participants and housing stability and collaborate with partner agency case managers, Program Supervisor and landlord as appropriate

Act as resource for partner agency case managers in regards to assisting program participants with locating affordable housing

Orients and trains newly hired staff; evaluates staff performance as directed.

Serves as liaison to public agencies and provides information regarding Authority programs and services.

Provides crisis intervention and prevention services.

Prepares a variety of reports; prepares and maintains program participant charts and other records.

Attends meetings, staffing’s and conferences as they relate to program participants, staff and program needs.

Assists in curriculum development and resource tools.

Collect data to satisfy program requirements.

Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

General knowledge of community and agency resources and programs of regional and state sources for the community service population; general knowledge of interviewing and supportive counseling techniques; general knowledge of social casework techniques; general knowledge of human development and behavior; general knowledge of the theories, principles and techniques of individual, family and group therapy; ability to solve problems within scope of responsibility; ability to analyze facts and exercise sound judgment in arriving at conclusions; ability to communicate complex ideas effectively, orally and in writing; ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, medical professionals community partners, agencies, associates and the general public.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree with coursework in social work, psychology, counseling, sociology, health services, or related field preferred.

Moderate experience working with individuals with serious mental illness in a behavioral health setting, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience in housing counseling and property management preferred.

One year’s experience working with low-income and/or homeless adults.

HQS inspection training/experience or ability to acquire within one month of hire required.

Knowledge of homeless population, resources, and Fair Housing and Tenant-Landlord laws required.

Special Requirements

Valid driver's license in the Commonwealth of Virginia

Certified Housing Counselor preferred

Qualifying Housing Specialist staff will be eligible for a $3K sign-on bonus as defined by the terms and conditions of the approved sign-on bonus policy.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.75 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Richmond, VA 23219: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Property management: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: One location