Housing Stabilization Specialist

Housing Stabilization Specialist

Work Hours: MondayFriday 8:30a5:00p

Annual Salary: $48317

Join a dedicated HamptonNewport News Community Services Board team as a FullTime Housing Stabilization Specialist. This position offers an exciting opportunity to positively impact the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. As a premier provider in the healthcare sector youll work onsite fostering a supportive environment that prioritizes safety and service excellence. You will play a key role in developing housing solutions enhancing community integration and promoting independence.

With a competitive annual salary of $48317 this role provides financial stability and allows you to engage in meaningful work within a flexible and professional atmosphere. You will be offered excellent benefits such as Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance Flexible Spending Account Competitive Salary Paid Time Off Employee Discounts and the Virginia Retirement System. Embrace a culture that values integrity and empathy while enjoying a solid worklife balance in your daily endeavors. Transform livesapply today!

A little about us

Since 1971 the HamptonNewport News Community Services Board has provided a comprehensive continuum of highquality essential and communitybased services to citizens of the Peninsula who are living with mental illness developmental disabilities and substance use disorders.

Your day as a Housing Stabilization Specialist

As a Housing Stabilization Specialist at the HamptonNewport News Community Services Board you will play a vital role in transforming the lives of individuals facing behavioral health conditions and developmental disabilities. Your work will focus on individuals living with substance abuse disorders serious mental illnesses (SMI) or cooccurring disorders including those who are homeless have prior incarcerations reside in group homes or experience frequent psychiatric hospitalizations. In this position you will collaborate with clients to identify their unique housing needs and assist them in navigating housing opportunities including the creation of comprehensive housing plans.

You will manage a caseload that demands supportive counseling and provide inhome housingfocused skill supports ensuring your clients have the tools and resources necessary to secure stable safe housing and achieve greater independence. This role is not just a job; its a chance to make a profound impact in the community while fostering positive change.

Are you the Housing Stabilization Specialist were looking for

To excel as a Housing Stabilization Specialist at the HamptonNewport News Community Services Board candidates should possess a Bachelors Degree in Human Services such as Social Work Psychology Sociology or Counseling and one (1) year case management experience including housing resource for adults with mental health developmental disabilities substance use disorders and cooccurring disorders. Candidates must have a valid drivers license and be able to transport clients when needed.

Proficiency with various software and tools related to case management is essential alongside solid documentation skills for maintaining accurate records in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. Equally important are exceptional communication and interpersonal skills enabling you to build rapport with clients and collaborate effectively with landlords and community partners.

The knowledge and skills required for the position are:

• Bachelors Degree in Human Services such as Social Work Psychology Sociology or Counseling
• One (1) year of case management experience including housing resources for adults living with mental health developmental disabilities substance use disorders and cooccurring disorders.
• Valid Drivers License. Transports clients as necessary.

Are you ready for an exciting opportunity

Were looking for talented individuals like you to join our team and help us achieve our goals. If youre passionate driven and committed to making a difference we want to hear from you! Dont waitapply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with endless possibilities. Lets work together to make great things happen!

The selected candidate must successfully pass a criminal history fingerprint background investigation DMV record check Child Registry search drug screening test and employment reference checks.

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