Housing Support Specialist II: Healthy Homes
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Social Work
Community Health, Family Advocacy & Support Services, Human Services/ Social Work -
Healthcare
Community Health, Family Advocacy & Support Services, Human Services/ Social Work
Housing Support Specialist II:
Healthy Homes
With a career at CHR, you can look forward to a respectful workplace, an inclusive culture, and most importantly, a family. A career can mean different things at different workplaces. Apply now to see what it means to us and what it's like to work somewhere your voice is heard, your wellness is a priority, and your success matters.
Job Title:
Housing Support Specialist II
Employment Type:
Part-time, 20 hours/week
Scheduled
Hours:
Flexible
Program/
Location:
Healthy Homes, Manchester, CT
PC#: 2346
About the Program:
Rapid rehousing and scattered site housing program for those living with HIV or AIDS
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Provide direct case management such as establishing rapport with clients, writing comprehensive treatment plans (as needed and required), provides direct skill teaching, advocacy and assistance around obtaining/maintaining benefits, budgeting, treatment, medical services, employment, transportation etc.
- Assist clients in completing applications for, Husky, Social Security, State Supplements and other entitlements.
- Assist clients with access to job and vocational training.
- Link clients to appropriate mental health and/or substance abuse counseling and DCF services.
- Provide direct assistance in the form of security deposits and time limited rental assistance.
- Advocate with landlords for tenant rights; provide conflict resolution as needed.
- Demonstrates competency in age related or specialty issues and developmental needs for each population served.
- Provides Outreach/Community Education
- Liaison with homeless service providers,
- Coordinated Access networks, DCF, domestic violence service providers, CHR providers and courts to provide information about access to the program.
- Maintain awareness of the program within the community.
- Assists in understanding tenant rights and responsibility as well as basic understanding of housing law as well as conducts outcome surveys as required
- Maintains documentation in compliance with agency and program standards.
- Participates in staff meetings, supervision, trainings and other meetings as assigned.
- Additional duties as required.
Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor's Degree required, concentration in Human Services preferred.
Experience:
2 years' experience working with homeless population or families dependent on specific position
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
Valid driver's license. CPR/First-Aid Certification within 6 months of hire desired.
Join us at CHR and be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities!
Compensation*: $20.96/hr minimum, and up commensurate upon experience
CHR is committed to fostering an inclusive culture that respects differences and honors the experience of our diverse staff. We encourage women, members of ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with (dis) abilities, and veterans to apply.
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