Housing Specialist

Job Details

Job Location:

Hillside - Queens, NY 11432

Position Type:
Full Time

Salary Range: $23.07 - $23.07 Hourly

Job Scope:
The Housing Specialist assists individuals transitioning from homelessness to permanent housing in Bronx Family Network. They focus on finding suitable housing, navigating the application process, and ensuring that clients are prepared for independent living, while also maintaining relationships with landlords, brokers, housing providers, and community organizations.

• Identifying suitable housing options for clients, including those in public housing (NYCHA) and Section 8 programs.
• Developing and maintaining relationships with landlords, brokers, and management companies.
• Escorting clients to view apartments and assisting with lease negotiations.
• Assess the client’s housing needs and create individualized housing plans.
• Assist clients who are eligible for government housing programs, subsidies, and benefits.
• Assist clients in completing housing applications and gathering required documents.
• Facilitate housing workshops and mock interviews.
• Provide apartment search strategies and leads to apartments.
• Check and respond to work-related emails daily to ensure timely communication and awareness of important updates, assignments, and organizational notices.
• Maintain a database of housing resources, including brokers, landlords, and property managers.
• Conduct outreach to