Housing Coordinator : Transitional Supportive Housing Program
About The Position
The housing coordinator will assist clinical staff and shelter residents in the coordination of medical and behavioral health care and works alongside a diverse clinical team at a medically supported shelter program serving people experiencing homelessness who are recovering from recent hospitalization, injury, or illness. The housing coordinator will provide a variety of functions to support Cardea Health clinical programs at the Medically Supported Shelter. The ideal candidate is organized and motivated. The housing coordinator supports resource linkage and develops housing plans for individuals who have experienced chronic homelessness. The housing coordinator helps individuals navigate the complex housing system, identify the appropriate resources they will qualify for, and help them successfully exit the medically supported shelter program in a timely manner. The ideal candidate has experience with homeless or incarcerated populations. This is an excellent position for someone who is seeking to gain experience in a healthcare social service setting.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Must be authorized to live and work in the U.S.
- Must have personal, reliable transportation to and from work sites and shifts
- Must be 18 years of age
- Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision
- Detailed oriented and highly organized
- Compliance with all company policies
- Must provide proof of COVID vaccination or willing to be vaccinated
- Prior experience with homeless or incarcerated populations is desired
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel is required
Nice To Haves
- Occasional sitting or stationary work
- Frequent standing, walking, kneeling, stooping, and ascending stairs
- Occasional lifting and carrying up to 20 lbs
- Frequent pushing and pulling
- Frequent reaching high, low, and level
Responsibilities
- Completes screenings and assessments to identify housing needs and factors contributing to housing instability, including functional, environmental, employment, educational, and health information, as appropriate
- Develops housing plans for each resident and ensures they are on track to successfully exit the program by or on their anticipated discharge date
- Assists all shelter residents to become document ready for future permanent housing
- Help connect residents to Housing Resource Centers (HRCs) and complete Coordinated Entry System (CES) assessments
- Facilitates shelter referrals
- Completes and maintains documentation of their work using the standard work developed by Cardea Health
- Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with providers, facilities, community resources, etc
- Serves as a strong advocate to help shelter residents obtain the housing resources they are eligible for
- Maintains confidentially in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
- Practices harm reduction principles on site, including interventions that minimize harmful effects of substance use while treating all residents with dignity and respect
- Other duties and responsibilities as required
Benefits
- Employer-supported medical
- Access to dental and vision insurance
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Retirement plan (401k) participation with a company match
- Commuter benefits
- Long Term Disability
- Life Insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
