Housing Specialist, Qualified Professional

Easterseals PORT

Job Location:

Raleigh, WV - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 21 - 26

Posted on: 5 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH) our mission is rooted in empowering individuals and strengthening communities.

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Housing Specialist / Qualified Professional to join our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) this role you will support individuals living with severe and persistent mental illness in securing and maintaining safe stable housing while building the skills needed for longâterm community success.

This isnt just a job its an opportunity to walk alongside individuals as they rebuild confidence develop skills and take steps toward long-term stability.

Your Role in Our Mission

As a Housing Specialist you are an integral member of the multidisciplinary ACT team. Your work focuses on housing stability tenancy support and rehabilitation services including individuals participating in the Transition to Community Living Initiative (TCLI).

Key responsibilities include:

Providing case management for an assigned group of individuals coordinating care with the Individualized Treatment Team (ITT)
Developing implementing reviewing and revising individualized treatment goals and service plans
Delivering rehabilitative services including:
- Housing and tenancyâsustaining supports
- Money management and entitlement assistance
- Activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Health wellness recovery and community integration
Building and maintaining relationships with housing stakeholders including:
- Housing Authorities
- Permanent supportive housing providers
- Rapid reâhousing programs
- HUDâVASH
- NC Housing Finance Agency
- Local landlords
Coordinating communication with guardians care coordinators landlords and community agencies
Providing individual and/or group supportive therapy and symptom management interventions
Participating in comprehensive assessments including psychiatric history substance use physical health social functioning and housing needs
Supporting individuals during crises and participating in an onâcall rotation
Educating and supporting families while advocating for client rights and preferences
Documenting services and progress accurately and timely within the electronic health record
Participating in daily team meetings treatment planning and organizational reviews
Providing substance use treatment and recoveryâoriented supports as needed

Why Join Us

Youll be part of a missionâdriven collaborative ACT team committed to helping individuals live successfully in the community of their choice. Your work directly impacts housing stability recovery and quality of life and youll never do it alone.

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly Rate: $21.00 $26.45
Paid time off and paid holidays
Full benefits package including Medical Dental and Vision
Life and Disability Insurance
403(b) Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program and legal services support
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualifying employer
Mileage reimbursement

What Were Looking For

Strong commitment to recoveryâoriented personâcentered care
Experience working with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness
Knowledge of community housing resources
Ability to build trusting respectful relationships that honor client choice and rights
Experience in ACT TCLI or communityâbased services preferred
Bachelors degree in a human services or related field
Qualified Professional (QP) status or eligibility

Other Requirements:

Valid North Carolina drivers license with reliable transportation
Willingness to work primarily in community settings (homes shelters hospitals streets jails)
Ability to participate in an afterâhours onâcall rotation
Comfort using electronic health records and standard office technology
Ability to sit type and perform repetitive motions; speak clearly and document legibly

Ready to Apply

Join a team where work isnt just something you do its a purpose. Bring your expertise to a mission that matters. Apply now at âï½ or send your resume to

Voted Raleighs Best Nonprofit Organization and Raleighs Best Mental Health Services two years in a row!

About Easterseals PORT Health

Easterseals PORT Health is a trustworthy and compassionate partner providing exceptional services in disability mental health and substance use to help our neighbors live their best lives. Purpose dedication and empathy drive our in-person and telehealth service delivery. Our 2600-member team provides more than 10.2 million hours of meaningful support to 40200 kids adults and families in 11000 home facility and community locations across North Carolina and Virginia.

Easterseals PORT Health is an Inclusive Culture Different Voices Embracing Potential Authentic Self and Learning and Growing (IDEAL) organization.

Applicants of all abilities are encouraged to apply!

Required Experience:

At Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH) our mission is rooted in empowering individuals and strengthening communities.We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Housing Specialist / Qualified Professional to join our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) this role you will support individuals living with...