Job Description

DePaul's Upper Falls Square Apartments are now hiring a full-time Housing Specialist! The Housing Specialist is responsible for the oversight of clients enrolled in the Supported Housing portion of the SP SRO housing.

Why work for DePaul?

• Make a positive difference in someone's life
• Supportive work environment
• We value diversity
• Opportunity for professional development and career advancement
• Excellent benefits
• Competitive pay rate from $23-$23.60/hour

Responsibilities

DIRECT SERVICE RESPONSIBILITIES:

ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Attend county SPOA meetings as part of DePaul’s intake team to help with admission decisions.
• Assess referrals to determine if SP SRO is an appropriate level of care for individuals.

Qualifications

Education Bachelor’s degree or 4 years of mental health and/or specials needs population experience (per site needs).

Experience One year working in human services field preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Other Valid New York State driver’s license. Must meet qualifications set by agency’s clean driver record policy. Use of personal vehicle required.

Work Environment

Upper Falls Square Apartments, a Single-Site Supportive Housing Program, is a New York State Office of Mental Health funded program that provides long-term or permanent housing where residents can access the support services they require to live successfully in the community. Upper Falls Square Apartments has 150 units, 75 are reserved for the Supportive Housing Program.

This position is Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm.

Benefits

This position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Generous PTO & Paid Holidays, 403B Employer Match, Employee Discount Programs, Free Parking and Staff Recognition Programs.