DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Housing Coordinator is responsible for supporting the permanent housing search of the individuals living in the shelter by coordinating all housing services activities which will lead to the successful placement of individuals in accordance to BRC’s and other agency contractual requirements.
• Directly supervise the Housing Specialists.
• Commit to using evidence-based practices (EBP); Motivational Interviewing (MI), Trauma-Informed Care (TIC), critical time intervention, and boundary setting, to help clients achieve their goals.
• Provides individuals with guidance and support with the application process.
• Cultivate relationships and develops new linkages with real estate rental brokers and landlords to ensure BRC has access to current information and housing resources. Maintain an active roster of real estate brokers and landlords.
• Liaise with brokers and landlords to ensure that potential housing meets BRC requirements for client readiness and act as an expediter as needed.
• Coordinate BRC sponsored Housing Fairs and participates in networking events.
• Coordinate and facilitate housing workshops which address client’s issues and needs; provide information and resources to individuals during the different phases of their housing search.
• Coordinate and facilitate group meetings with new individuals within ten (10) days of arrival to discuss existing subsidies and review the responsibilities of the client regarding the search for permanent housing.
• Arrange apartment viewings and interviews with landlords. Provide escort to apartment viewings as required and assists with housing applications.
• Track all referrals and provide on-going follow up to clients and feedback to sources and leads.
• Collaborate with Case Managers and clients in developing permanent housing strategies.
• Collaborate with Case Managers in advocating for eligible individuals to obtain Supportive Housing.
• Maintain updated case notes in CARES. Ensures copies of applications, etc. are maintained in the case file.
• Prepare all mandated reporting as required by Essential Functions:
• Escort clients to apartment viewings.
Related Duties as assigned.
Hours:
Full-time 37.5 hours per week
Monday - Friday; 9:00a - 5:30p
*Vaccination preferred but not required*
QUALIFICATIONS:
Associate’s degree with a minimum of 4+ years of relevant work experience highly preferred. High School diploma or equivalent required. Must have extensive knowledge of NY City housing market, housing subsidies and supportive housing programs. Have the ability to network and build strong collaborative relationships with brokers and landlords. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Must exercise good judgement and have a professional demeanor. Willingness and ability to travel to potential housing sites, as required. Detailed orientated and demonstrate an ability to multi task and meet multiple demands and deadlines. Ability to work effectively in a team environment. Bilingual – English/Spanish a plus. Solid computer skills, knowledge of MS Office and Outlook.
MAKE AN IMPACT
Are you looking to make a positive impact on the lives of those in your community? At BRC, our staff help New Yorkers experiencing homelessness reclaim their lives by providing a hand up, offering opportunities for health and self-sufficiency, and restoring hope and dignity.
Each and every BRC staff member makes heroic contributions to our city, providing vital services in times of crisis and need. Through our commitment to employee wellbeing and development, BRC provides a workplace where staff can achieve their goals, make a difference with our clients, and grow personally and professionally. BRC is committed to a safe and healthy workplace: we provide PPE to all employees and enforce temperature monitoring and physical distancing best practices across our programs.
Today, we have over 1000 full-time, part-time, and per-diem positions located in Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx and Queens. Come and learn why 95% of BRC employees report that they would recommend BRC as a good place to work, and join us in building a more caring and compassionate city.
BENEFITS
BRC takes the health, safety, and wellbeing of our employees seriously. Employees are eligible for health insurance and paid sick time benefits immediately upon starting work. In addition, full time employees receive a generous benefits package, including: