Housing Specialist- 4201

BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences. We have 60 locations throughout the borough providing a variety of programs that offer assistance in the areas of family, children and youth support, educational services, elder care, homelessness, mental health, and workforce development. We are an employer of choice for anyone interested in a meaningful career in the social services field.

BronxWorks is hiring (1) Housing Specialist for Willow Avenue Family Residence Program

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct housing intakes for all residents.
• Identify housing opportunities for clients.
• Complete housing applications for clients.
• Facilitate monthly housing meeting.
• Escort clients to viewings, lease signings, and interviews.
• Conduct apartment inspections.
• Act as liaison with funders pertaining to housing.
• Attend regular staff meetings.
• Attend Housing meetings/ seminars.
• Document housing progress via case notes.
• Submit reports to supervisor monthly, or more frequently as required.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

• BA preferred, or Associates degree.
• A minimum of two years related experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Proficiency in English required, proficiency in a second language preferred.
• Engaging Personality , detailed oriented
• Proficient in modern business systems.
• Strong oral and written communication

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to walk , sit or stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to travel within the 5 boroughs in all types of weather, including inclement weather by car or public transportation.
• Ability to climb up to 5 flights of stairs.
• Ability to bend retrieve objects and or documents.
• Ability to occasionally lift of pull up to 5 pounds.
• 'TB Test required with the first 120 days of employment for Shelters and HOT.'

BronxWorks seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. BronxWorks is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. This commitment applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and employee development, placement, promotion, demotion, upgrading, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact hrbenefits@bronxworks.org.