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Position Summary
Under the general supervision of the Program Manager, the Housing Specialist is responsible for providing supportive services to the residents of the LifeSpring transitional housing program, which is a program for former foster youth. Supportive Services include developing of a sense of community that focuses on safety, providing immediate and/or timely intervention around situations involving residents that are non-compliant with rules and expectations, providing assistance in conflict resolution and crisis intervention. The Housing Specialist will be responsible to collect rent, be the bridge for the residents and apartment manager, conduct apartment inspections at least twice a month to ensure unit cleanliness and monitor for safety. Responsible for adhering to landlord-tenant state laws and maintain regular communication and collaboration with property manager to identify potential tenant issues. Services are to be provided in a trauma informed, client centered, culturally competent manner that is consistent with Lifeline's philosophy and mission.
We're looking for a candidate with strong skills in engagement, crisis intervention, case management, interviewing, rapport building, assessment, goal setting, and youth participation and development.
Required Qualifications
BA in social work or related field
2 years relevant experience preferred. Experience working with teens and/or young adults including former foster and probation youth preferred
Responsibilities
- Conduct regular cleanliness inspections.
- Provide assistance in conflict resolution.
- Assist resident in developing independent living skills.
- Housing navigation: work with the resident to develop a housing plan and get them connected to identified housing options. Assist resident in getting on low-income housing lists (CHW, HUD, Section 8, etc.).
- Coordinate interviews and timely move-ins with residents.
- Provide transportation of clients to necessary appointments, interviews, events, etc.
- Track short and long term client progress in ETO as required by contract.
- Attend and participate in staff meetings as required.
Schedule/Compensation
- FT/nonexempt position
- Monday-Friday from 8:30am-5pm (with flexibility)
- [21.00 - 23.10] Salary will commensurate with experience and education. Differential pay offered for bilingual skills. EEO.
Additional Requirement
- Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation with a good driving record.
- Willing to use own, properly insured, reliable vehicle for the job (mileage reimbursed).
- Employment subject to clearances, including background finger printing checks, driving record, tuberculosis testing, and drug testing.
About the Company
North County Lifeline, Inc. is a non-profit human services organization that offers a wide range of services to the people of San Diego County. Our mission is to build self-reliance among youth, individuals and families through problem solving, skill-building and accessible community-based services.
Come be part of a team who CAR2Es! At North County Lifeline, you will find people who are Connected to the communities we serve, Authentic, and Resourceful. We are Responsive to the needs of our clients and Engaged in our mission to build self-reliance among youth, adults, and families. Equal Opportunity Employer.
We offer flexible work hours and excellent benefits to our employees
