Housing Resource Specialist

Job Summary

The Housing Resource Specialist supports program operations by filling gaps across housing and supportive service programs to ensure continuity of services and compliance with funding requirements .   The Housing Resource   Specialist   carries a caseload to deliver case management and supportive services that promote housing stability. This position also supports   additional   program needs as assigned to ensure responsive and efficient service delivery.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Case Management      |      Documentation      |       Assessment of Service   Needs      |      Crisis Intervention

What You Will Do:

- Fill operational gaps across programs to ensure continuity of services and meet funding requirements

- Assist   with   assessment   coverage, including responding to inquiries and connecting callers to   appropriate services

- Manage an assigned caseload and provide case management and supportive services to promote housing stabilit y

- Maintain   accurate   and   timely   documentation of services, referrals, participant interactions , and other documentation requirements

- Support the efforts of all programs in navigating housing options and resources for those affected by homelessness

- Represent FOF at community and program development meetings as assigned.

- Travel throughout the FOF service area to provide in-person, in-home, advocacy services  and to  other locations within the state as necessary for training purposes.

How You Will Succeed:

- People First- When you exhibit people first, you show genuine care/concern for the well-being and success of others and act accordingly to support/uplift them.

- Discover & Do-   When you  exhibit   discover  and do, you  take action to solve  problems, improve  functionality  and make things happen.

- Equity and Inclusion-   When you  exhibit  equity and  inclusion  you foster an environment where all people feel welcome, valued and that they can contribute their unique talents and experiences .

- Grit - When you  exhibit   grit  you work to achieve excellence and continuously improve, even in the face of challenges and adversity .

- Understand, align with and practice under the following philosophies/models: Housing First Model, Trauma-Informed Care, Client-Centered Approach, Harm Reduction, and Low-Barrier Shelter.

- Believe in our 10-year vision: Everyone has a home.

- Believe in our mission: We are ending homelessness by leading with the Housing First approach, driving systemic change through strong community partnerships, and providing individualized support that prioritizes client choice

Job Qualification and Competencies:

- Must   demonstrate   ability   to organize,   prioritize   and plan work to meet deadlines.

- Ensure confidentiality is in place for all people FOF serves.

- Bachelor’s Degree in social work , psychology, related field OR combination of equivalent education and experience.

- Previous   experience in the following preferred: victim services, crisis intervention, housing programming, and/or case management.

- Ability to travel throughout the FOF service area to provide in-person advocacy services and to other locations within the state as necessary for training purposes.

- Ability to pass state, federal, and child abuse background checks.