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Housing Specialist | Residential | Mental Health Jobs in Eatontown, NJ at Collaborative Support Programs of NJ
Title: Housing Specialist | Residential | Mental Health
Company: Collaborative Support Programs of NJ
Location: Eatontown, NJ
Description:
CSPNJ, a mental health nonprofit, is looking for a full-time Housing Specialist in the Central Region. The Housing Specialist coordinates information and referrals for housing placements in the assigned region.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Develops and maintains relationships with brokers, landlords, linkage agencies, referral sources, government housing agencies.
Provides technical assistance to the support services team as it relates to developing/identifying affordable housing opportunities.
55% of time spent in direct face to face contact with residents. Participates in on-call rotation.
Provide pro-active follow-up home visits to ensure stability and further progress towards self-sufficiency; this includes support, advocacy, reducing isolation, listening, problem solving, and identification of resources to assist with reintegration of applicants in the community.
Full-time | 40 hours p/w | Benefit Eligible: Medical, free DMO dental & free vision | 6 weeks PTO & 11 Holidays
Hourly Rate:$20.67 – $21.39
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in a mental health related discipline.
The ability to write clear, concise, and accurate billable progress notes.
Experience with real estate and knowledge of State and local housing regulations.
Excellent communication skills, particularly listening, mediation, and writing skills.
Detail oriented to complete requirements of files and contract compliance.
Ability to collaborate with individuals living with mental illness in a caring and professional manner.
C.P.R.P. (Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner) a plus.
Proficient in MS Office products, as well as general computer literacy.
Must have a valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.
Bilingual skills a plus.
Lived Experience: CSPNJ prioritizes hiring people who use their own life experience dealing with mental health/substance use issues to inspire and support others.
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Compensation details: 20.67-21.39 Hourly Wage
