Housing Counselor

Liberty Resources is seeking a Full Time Housing Specialist in Oneida NY with our OMH Supportive Housing employees have passion around the services they provide and our corporate values of excellence and staff support. We pride ourselves on high quality integrated community-based services that meet the evolving needs of our communities. Were committed to building a diverse workforce that values contributions of all team members and work to recognize cultural beliefs values traditions language preferences and health practices of the communities that we serve and how they apply to provision of positive health Counselor Position Summary:The Housing Specialist provides high-quality supportive services to ensure individuals and families maintain their permanent housing as well as assists in providing financial assistance to facilitate and maintain independent housing for eligible Counselor Job Responsibilities:Provides housing placement assistance ongoing rental assistance and supportive services to individuals and families who are considered chronically homeless under the HUD definition. Completes a Strengths-based Assessment related to maintaining permanent individualized service plans which targets barriers to maintaining stable housing and implements goals in cooperation with the client and other service providers; coordinates and facilitates the delivery of services in accordance with the service plan. Assures continuity of client services. Offers services to clients that may include outreach crisis intervention conflict resolution supportive case management caregiver support budgeting skill building vocational/educational services assistance with stabilizing income and access and adherence to medical and mental health treatment including emergency care and substance abuse treatment. Responds to and effectively handles emergency situations which may require flexibility of time and area of assignment. Shares on call responsibility and takes necessary action to ensure staff coverage appropriate crisis interventions and untoward incident notification. Establishes and maintains effective relationships with other service providers such as DSS SSI HUD Section 8 Shelter Care Plus Landlords and Care all required documentation in timelines in accordance with program Counselor Qualifications:HS Diploma or equivalent and one to three (1-3) years related experience required. Associates with one to three (1-3) years related experience and/or a Bachelor of Arts degree. Applicants with lived experience of homelessness are encouraged to apply. Must possess a valid New York State Drivers License and access to reliable Skills and AbilitiesStrong organizational and interpersonal skills. Demonstrates understanding of mental health substance use and chronic medical conditions and the related impact on housing and homelessness as well as resources in the community. Ability to work independently and with flexibility in days and hours of work. Demonstrates initiative and sound judgment. Starting Rate:$22.84 per hourLiberty Resources is committed to creating a diverse inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Liberty Resources offers equal employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race color ethnicity religion sex sexual orientation national origin age marital status physical or mental disability parental status housing status source of income or military status in accordance with applicable federal state and local EEO laws.