Housing Program assistant
Date Posted: March 22, 2023
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Full Time 40 hrs/w
Entre Hermanos is looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated people who are passionate about linking those living with chronic conditions to long-term, stable housing while improving housing retention skills and building positive landlord relationships.
We seek applicants who value diversity and inclusivity. Women, individuals who identify as Latinx ,Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), and members of the LGBTQIA+ Community are all encouraged to apply.
Housing program assistant Duties/Responsibilities:
§ Carry out case management services: develop supportive relationships, assess for housing needs, create service plans, and monitor participant progress.
§ Assist with housing searches to obtain stable, safe housing for individuals with housing barriers.
§ Coach participants on housing retention skills and coordinate services for improved housing and financial stability.
§ Complete housing program eligibility renewals.
§ Network to create a working knowledge of local housing resources, understand the impact of the current housing crisis in the Region, and the complexities of housing barriers.
§ Provide support and education on the Landlord/Tenant Laws and advocate for participant’s rights as tenants, respond to complaints and develop positive liaison relationships with landlords and housing authorities.
§ Collaborate with medical case managers to facilitate client care and resolve short-term needs.
§ Maintain timely, accurate and confidential client files in accordance with program requirements.
§ Participate in appropriate Entre Hermanos’s committees or activities to promote quality improvements.
§ Perform other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience: Must be Bilingual ( SPANISH/ENGLISH )
§ Experience providing case management (or similar) services to people with high barriers to care.
§ Preferred Bachelor’s degree in a social services or related field; equivalent experience is acceptable.
§ Lived experience: individuals from non-dominant cultures encouraged to apply.
§ Send your resume & Cover letter with summary of experience requested to
§ martha@entrehermanos.org
Entre Hermanos is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. As such we do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
