Housing Coordinator- Adult Community Clinical Services

North Suffolk is looking for a Housing Coordinator to join our team! The Housing Coordinator works with a dedicated team of staff working with clients in the areas of engagement, assessment, treatment planning and in particular, helps persons to secure and maintain independent housing. This person has expertise in the housing and subsidy process and is a key player in the goal of facilitating movement into permanent independent housing.

Salary starts at $56,340 and is based on experience.

What you'll do :

• Engage people and partner with them to improve their health and wellness, achieve symptom stabilization and self-management, develop and / or restore skills impacted by mental illness and live a self-directed life.
• Assist people with psychiatric and substance use disorders to identify personal priorities, preferences, strengths, and interests in order to help them establish goals that support a life in recovery.
• Provide direct care services in timely and flexible ways.
• Participate in the development and implementation of Safety Plans and Crisis Prevention and Response Plans in order to help prevent and mitigate risk factors.
• Work side by side with persons and Team staff to apply for housing subsidies and decent affordable housing.
• Be an "expert" in the area of housing and serves as a resource, providing training and consultation for Team staff.
• Facilitate informed decision-making by educating persons about laws and regulations that affect their housing status and subsidies.
• Act as liaison with DMH, staff, family members, advocates, and local, state, and federal housing staff and programs as needed.
What you'll need :
• Education :

High School Diploma / GED equivalent required.

Experience in managing affordable housing and / or housing support experience required.

Must have Driver's license.

Competitive & Comprehensive Benefits :

Salary : $56,340