Overview
Housing Coordinator Jobs in Chicago, IL at Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago partners with mission-driven people and organizations across Cook and Lake counties to witness a message of mercy and hope to a world in need by improving lives, nourishing spirits; strengthening and empowering people, families, and communities; and committing to being present to our times through the eyes of faith.
Housing Coordinator
The position involves assessing client eligibility, assisting with housing needs, conducting apartment inspections, coordinating rent renewals, transporting clients, collecting rent, maintaining accurate records, participating in community outreach, and complying with relevant laws and regulations.
Job Responsibilities
Assess prospective clients for program eligibility through receipt of internal and external referrals
Responsible for assisting homeless households with obtaining and maintaining basic household furnishings
Assess prospective clients for program eligibility through receipt of internal and external referrals
Responsible for apartment inspections to ensure apartments are safe and in compliance with Housing and Urban Development Housing Quality Standards
Assists clients with coordination of rent renewals and advocates for clients to resolve any landlord-related issues
Transports clients to view potential apartments and with obtaining household related items, as needed
Collects monthly rent from clients
Responsible for maintaining up-to-date and accurate client files, case notes and databases, as required by agency/programmatic policies and procedures, professional standards, and external requirements of all relevant regulatory, licensing, or accrediting bodies
Participates in community outreach efforts to obtain additional resources for clients
Meets with each client as required by the Program or based on client needs
Knows and complies with the laws and regulations relevant to the position and services
PLEASE NOTE: Essential functions include all other duties and responsibilities as assigned
X Kneel and move from sitting, bending, kneeling, or standing multiple times a day
X Push and pull objects up to 25 pounds
X Climb up and down up to 5 flights of stairs at a time
X Lift up to 25 pounds
Additional Requirements:
Other Requirements: Comply with program and/or Agency requirements related to:
X Background check, including any program specific requirements
Physical examination
Drug Testing
TB Testing
X Driver’s License and reliable transportation
X Agency-specified automobile insurance
Additional Requirements:
Immediate Supervisor: Program Director
Directly Supervises: N/A
Indirectly Supervises: N/A
Education and Experience Requirements:
Relevant Education:
Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences
Minimum: Bachelor’s Degree
Relevant Experience:
Preferred: 3+ years of related experience
Minimum: 1-2 years of related experience
Certification/Licensure:
Preferred: N/A
Minimum: N/A
Compensation: $22.75 – $25.05 / hour
Title: Housing Coordinator
Company: Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago
Location: Chicago, IL
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