Protective Services for Adults - Housing Specialist
Job in
City of Binghamton, Binghamton, Broome County, New York, 13901, USA
Listing for:
Catholic Charities of Broome County
Part Time
position
Listed on 2026-01-02
Job specializations:
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Social Work
Community Health, Family Advocacy & Support Services
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Healthcare
Community Health, Family Advocacy & Support Services
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 17 - 19.13 USD Hourly
USD
17.00
19.13
HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Protective Services for Adults - Housing Specialist - 30 hours per week
Location: City of BinghamtonCATHOLIC CHARITIES OF BROOME COUNTY - Community Health Services
Protective Services for Adults Housing Specialist
30 hours per week
GRADE 7 Salary $17.00-$19.13/hr flsa (Non-Exempt) QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate’s degree in health or human service field preferred
- High School Diploma or GED required
- One year’s experience working with special needs population
Skills
- Good oral/written communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of area human service agencies and housing providers
- Ability to work with service providers and advocate on behalf of others
- Familiar with computer programs (e.g. Word, Excel)
- Ability to climb stairs, bend, stoop, sit, stand, reach and lift items weighing 40 lbs.
- Ability to legally operate a vehicle in NY State
RESPONSIBLE TO
PSA Team Leader
MAJOR FUNCTIONS
Provides support to PSA care managers and clients with specific housing/homeless needs.Serve as liaison between landlord, housing programs and services including section 8 and HUD.Ensure that a person‑centered planning process is employed in delivery of services with a focus on attaining and maintaining stable permanent housing.Educate recipients about self‑help techniques and facilitate development of self‑help/advocacy skills especially as it relates to housing.Participate in and represent Agency in local committees related to housing and homelessness.Link and connect to natural supports and community resources and maintain list of potential housing providers.Provide crisis intervention as necessary.Complete required reports/notes as required in a timely and professional manner utilizing the electronic health record.Comply with all applicable Agency, County and State regulations.Ensure that each individual’s rights are protected.Provide advocacy to assist recipients in understanding and obtaining resources and/or promote the development of services not available especially as it relates to housing.Participate in and successfully complete all required staff training and development activities.Represent the agency and program in the community and with other service providers.Regular and substantial contact with individuals receiving services.Perform other job‑related activities as directed by supervisor.Understand and follow all program policies and procedures.In compliance with all applicable government laws, rules, regulations and standards and all Catholic Charities Policies and Procedures the duties and responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to the above.
Catholic Charities of Broome County is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage diversity in the workplace and respect the dignity of each individual. We prohibit discrimination and harassment against applicants and employees on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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