Supported Housing Specialist

Location: Middletown, NY Pay Rate: $18.50/hr. Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM, including 1 Evening (40hrs)   OVERVIEW OF PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:   The Supported Housing Specialist (Scattered Site) will perform a variety of tenant support functions. The staff will be responsible for documenting client interaction. Candidate will work flexibly but primarily Monday – Friday to meet the needs of clients.   PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:   Assist in rent collection and skills development for any of the tenants in the Supported Housing service. Client support, assisting clients with goal achievements, conflict resolution, teaching responsibility of paying bills, and link to resources in community.   ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONAL / ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT:   Additional assignments may be assigned at a future date.   QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES:   Reliable vehicle with clean and insurable driver’s license. Bilingual English/ Spanish Speaking a plus.   EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Minimum of three (3) years of mental health work and/or relevant lived experience required; or Minimum of two (2) years of mental health work and/or relevant lived experience in combination with an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field. PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS:   These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to perform the job's essential functions successfully. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the position, which are reviewed in each case. Must be capable to sit or stand in front of a computer for long-periods of time. Able to work in open space floor plan. Must be capable to move throughout work day. Work alongside co-workers within 3 feet. Must be able to move in tight spaces. Occasional lifting of > 15+ pounds.