ResponsibilitiesUnder the general supervision of the Supervisor of Family Services, Housing Specialists are expected to perform the following principal duties and responsibilities.Network actively with HPD, private landlords, NY/NY Housing, and Project Homeward Bound.Research and identify other agencies, organizations, realty companies as well as local and state housing agencies.Organize outings to show housing-ready clients the various dwellings available within and without the community.Participate in meetings with Social Service staff to coordinate goals and objectives for clients.Attend in-service training programs and off-site training programs as requested by the Family Services Supervisor.Guide clients on how to follow up on housing leads; referrals may be made to local community service programs.Work with private and public organizations to further the Housing Program of the facility.Maintain up-to-date confidential case records.Oversee client entitlement applications; provide guidance and information.Monitor daily statistics of clients who apply for and/or are eligible to apply for public benefits.Prepare bi-weekly reports for the Family Services Supervisor, Assistant Program Director, and Program Director.Provide ongoing entitlement assessment and applications as a basis for developing appropriate referrals and other interventions.Provide specific, ongoing information, counseling, and advocacy services to effect appropriate referrals.Develop mutually realized goals for clients to enable improved independent living.Serve as liaison to appropriate support service agencies and programs (Food Stamps, SSI, SSD, Veterans Benefits, etc.).Develop community-based knowledge in a particular case management specialty (Entitlements, etc.).Complete daily and monthly activity reports.Conduct work-related functions with staff, clients, and others in a professional manner.Comply with House/OTDA/HRA policies and procedures.Perform other related duties as may be requested.QualificationsMinimal Qualifications:Degree Requirements : Bachelor's degree in an appropriate human service discipline (social work, psychology or other acceptable discipline), or Minimum of five (5) years of placement counseling in a similar social service setting, or any combination of post-secondary education and related experience totaling five (5) years, or Associate Degree in a related field (Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Psychology, Sociology, Education, Business, Liberal Arts, etc.) with at least 2-3 years' experience. Excellent grant writing and communication skills are a prerequisite for this post. Bilingual (Spanish) highly preferred.Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills with focus on providing excellent client services.Strong written communication skills and ability to complete reports, as assigned.Demonstrate ability to interact effectively and collaboratively with a diverse community of residents, program staff and external vendors.Ability to exercise good judgment and apply problem-solving skills.Experience working collaboratively in a team-oriented and outcomes-focused environment.Compensation And BenefitsBase salary range and benefits information for this position are provided in accordance with New York State and City pay transparency laws. Salaries may vary based on factors including location, competencies, education/certifications, qualifications/experience and performance.CompensationThe base salary being offered for this role is $61,261.20 per year.BenefitsHealth and Welfare Benefits: Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental & VisionCommuter BenefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramPaid Holidays, Annual Paid Time Off (23 days)Life InsuranceLong Term DisabilityRetirement Benefits Plan (403B)Student debt relief options per applicable programs (tax-free) for qualifying full-time employees.Equal Employment OpportunityAAPCI is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity to all qualified applicants without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.#J-18808-Ljbffr