Public Housing Specialist | Residential | Mental Health

Description

CSPNJ, a mental health nonprofit, is looking for a full-time Housing Specialist in the Central Region. The Housing Specialist coordinates information and referrals for housing placements in the assigned region. 

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Develops and maintains relationships with brokers, landlords, linkage agencies, referral sources, government housing agencies. 
• Provides technical assistance to the support services team as it relates to developing/identifying affordable housing opportunities. 
• 55% of time spent in direct face to face contact with residents. Participates in on-call rotation.
• Provide pro-active follow-up home visits to ensure stability and further progress towards self-sufficiency; this includes support, advocacy, reducing isolation, listening, problem solving, and identification of resources to assist with reintegration of applicants in the community.

Full-time | 40 hours p/w | Benefit Eligible: Medical, free DMO dental & free vision | 6 weeks PTO & 11 Holidays

Requirements

• MUST have a Bachelor’s degree in a mental health related discipline.
• The ability to write clear, concise, and accurate billable progress notes.
• Experience with real estate and knowledge of State and local housing regulations.
• Excellent communication skills, particularly listening, mediation, and writing skills.
• Detail oriented to complete requirements of files and contract compliance.
• Ability to collaborate with individuals living with mental illness in a caring and professional manner.
• C.P.R.P. (Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner) a plus.
• Proficient in MS Office products, as well as general computer literacy.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.
• Bilingual skills a plus!
• Lived Experience: CSPNJ prioritizes hiring people who use their own life experience dealing with mental health/substance use issues to inspire and support others.