What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housing Case Manager Assistant position at KU Medical Practice Association?
completing applications and renewals as needed. Perform housing inspections as needed and monthly housing visits with clients. Additionally, compile and maintain housing resources, community contacts for housing related services and other services as defined in creating stable housing for people living with HIV and AIDS.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Process referrals and be the main contact for clients regarding housing needs
- Assist with check requests and complete verification process for payments
- Assist with file chart audits and updates.
- Maintain resource manual and continue to look at other client options for resources around the state.
- Complete online entries for housing program
- Meet with clients in need of housing services / determine eligibility
- Complete Shelter Plus Care (SPC) application process, including gathering all documentation
- Attend all SPC meetings with client – orientation / lease up / recertification
- Serve as primary SPC point of contact
- Conduct monthly home visits
- First point of contact for all complaints/issues with housing from clients and landlords
- Communicate with MCM to ensure clients maintain RW services
- Reliable attendance and punctuality
- Performs other duties as assigned.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Certificates & Licenses:
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Education:
- Associate degree in social services or related field; Bachelor degree preferred. Work experience may be substituted for formal education.
Experience:
- One year social services experience
- One year housing program experience preferred
- Experience working with people living with disabilities preferred
- Bilingual preferred
- Microsoft Office experience a plus
