Housing Specialist
About this role
The Center for Human Development, (CHD) is seeking a Housing Specialist for our Adult Community Clinical Services (ACCS), located in Springfield, MA. ACCS is funded through the Department of Mental Health and is a multidisciplinary outreach approach for persons served in need of psychiatric and other services living independently in the community. This involves active engagement including assertive outreach, consistent assessment and treatment planning, skill building, symptom management, addiction treatment, and behavioral and physical health monitoring and support.
ACCS teams include licensed clinicians, RNs, housing specialists, substance use specialists, direct care staff, and peer/family specialists. The Team works collaboratively to provide person-centered, evidence-based services in support of Persons’ treatment goals. The Housing Coordinator with Adult Clinical Community Services (ACCS) participants to provide services to obtain and maintain permanent housing. The Housing Coordinator also provides outreach services to a caseload of participants. S/he works within the Agency's team model, establishing open communication, support, and accountability among co-workers.
Job Functions:
- Helps develop client treatment plans
- Initiate contact with participants and engages participants in gathering housing history
- Works in developing a focused strategy for each person or family as it relates to self-sufficiency, permanent housing, and strengthening economic stability
- Assists participants in finding appropriate housing
- Provides tenant education regarding rental and landlord responsibilities
- Provides constant open communication with landlords, building trusting relationships to ensure longevity in permanent housing placements
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required, Bachelor's degree in a related field (Psychology, Social Work, etc.) preferred
- 1 to 2 years of experience in a mental health-related treatment program
- MAP Certified preferred
- Valid Driver's License and reliable vehicle for work purposes
- Bi-Lingual applicants encouraged to apply
Pay rate is $21/hr. Take advantage of a phenomenal benefit package that includes, Dental, Health and Life insurance. Paid time off, earned vacation time and paid holidays just to name a few.
At Center for Human Development (CHD) Care Finds A Way:
The Center for Human Development (CHD) provides a broad range of high quality, community-oriented human services dedicated to promoting, enhancing, and protecting the dignity and welfare of people in need. At CHD we are celebrating differences, inclusion is not just a policy- it is a daily practice. Multicultural, multilingual, and fluent in sign language, CHD is a reflection of those we serve.
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Company at a glance
The Center for Human Development, Inc. (CHD) provides a broad range of high quality, community-oriented human services dedicated to promoting, enhancing, and protecting the dignity and welfare of people in need.
With over 70 programs and services, CHD is Western Massachusetts’ largest and most successful social service organization, delivering a broad array of critical services with proven effectiveness, integrity and compassion. CHD has been helping people build strong, productive relationships since 1972. Each year, our community based social service and behavioral health programs reach over 18,000 people in Western Massachusetts and Connecticut. We currently employ more than 1,400 professionals across all of our locations. Working in local communities, and partnering with local agencies, we provide focused, personalized services that promote real and lasting change.
CHD is driven by a focus on excellence and a spirit of innovation. As a non-profit organization, our only motivation is helping people create successful lives. All of our relationships are rooted in respect – for our clients, for the communities we are honored to serve, for our colleagues, and for all the lives we touch.
Top Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Earned vacation time
- Paid holidays
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