Job Description
Essential Functions of the position are detailed below and include any physical requirements checked below * Assess prospective clients for program eligibility through receipt of internal and external referrals
* Responsible for assisting homeless households with obtaining and maintaining basic household furnishings
* Assess prospective clients for program eligibility through receipt of internal and external referrals
* Responsible for apartment inspections to ensure apartments are safe and in compliance with Housing and Urban Development Housing Quality Standards
* Assists clients with coordination of rent renewals and advocates for clients to resolve any landlord-related issues
* Transports clients to view potential apartments and with obtaining household related items, as needed
* Collects monthly rent from clients
* Responsible for maintaining up-to-date and accurate client files, case notes and databases, as required by agency/programmatic policies and procedures, professional standards, and external requirements of all relevant regulatory, licensing, or accrediting bodies
* Participates in community outreach efforts to obtain additional resources for clients
* Meets with each client as required by the Program or based on client needs
* Knows and complies with the laws and regulations relevant to the position and services PLEASE NOTE: Essential functions include all other duties and responsibilities as assigned
X Kneel and move from sitting, bending, kneeling, or standing multiple times a day
X Push and pull objects up to
25 pounds
X Climb up and down up to
5 flights of stairs at a time
X Lift up to
25 pounds
Additional Requirements: Other Requirements: Comply with program and/or Agency requirements related to:
X Background check, including any program specific requirements
Physical examination
Drug Testing
TB Testing
X Driver's License and reliable transportation
X Agency-specified automobile insurance
Additional Requirements:
Immediate Supervisor: Program Director
Directly Supervises: N/A
Indirectly Supervises: N/A
Education and Experience Requirements: Relevant Education: Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Social Sciences
Minimum: Bachelor's Degree
Relevant Experience: Preferred: 3+ years of related experience
Minimum: 1-2 years of related experience
Certification/Licensure: Preferred: N/A
Minimum: N/A