1115 Waiver Housing Advocate at Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Albany

Hudson, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jun, 26

Salary

22.0

Posted On

23 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Housing Support, Documentation, Continuum Of Care, Collaboration, Partnership Building, Referral Management, Policy Knowledge, Eligibility Assessment, Financial Literacy, Budget Planning, Tenant Advocacy, Negotiation, Client Education, Resource Connection, Vehicle Access

Industry

Description

Are you Ready to Launch Your Career? 🚀 Join us in our mission as a 1115 Waiver Housing Advocate at Catholic Charities of Columbia & Greene Counties. Imagine yourself as part of an organization with a profound commitment to making a positive impact. When you choose Catholic Charities, you step into a world of endless opportunities, where your efforts collectively contribute to a brighter community. We consider it a privilege to make a meaningful difference, and we love what we do. At Catholic Charities hiring decisions are personal. So personal, in fact, that every application is screened by a member of the HR team or a trained hiring manger! As the 1115 Waiver Housing Advocate, you will play a pivotal role in individuals' lives, making a significant impact through: * Provide comprehensive housing support to eligible households under the 1115 Waiver, ensuring that all services are documented accurately in the Unite Us platform. * Engage in the Continuum of Care for Housing, collaborating with service providers to improve housing stability for clients. * Build and maintain strong partnerships with the Department of Social Services (DSS), community-based organizations, and civic groups to facilitate appropriate referrals. * Stay informed on policies, eligibility requirements, and necessary documentation for programs such as Temporary Assistance, Public Assistance, Section 8 Housing, Rental Assistance, SSI/SSDI, SNAP, HEAP, and other relevant resources. * Support financial literacy and budget planning by: 1. Helping clients determine affordable housing options. 2. Identifying cost-saving strategies and available financial assistance programs. 3. Setting goals for increasing or maintaining income. 4. Provide tenant advocacy services, including negotiating repayment plans with landlords, educating clients on their rights, and empowering them to address housing issues. * Connect clients to essential resources for housing-related assistance (e.g., furniture procurement, utility assistance, etc.). 1115 Waiver Housing Advocate Minimum Salary: $ 22.00 1115 Waiver Housing Advocate Maximum Salary: $ 22.00 1115 Waiver Housing Advocate Schedule: * Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 8:30 - 4:30 * Thursday 11 - 7 Qualifications: * Associate's Degree in Human Services or a related field * 1 - 3 years of experience working with a diverse population * Valid driver’s license, proof of current car insurance and registration and access to a reliable, working vehicle We value work-life balance and offer some stellar benefits: * For benefit-eligible positions: * Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance * Retirement planning options * Generous Time Off (as an eligible employee, you will accrue up to 23 days off in your first year, based on your standard work day) * Click here [https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:5863470c-1793-45fd-8b86-bc586a07b005] to view our benefit brochure! * A collaborative work environment * Employee Assistance Program * Employee Discounts (movie tickets, hotels, flights, amusement parks, etc.) * Exciting referral bonuses * Ongoing training and development * Recognition and Awards * Career Growth * A collaborative team culture Catholic Charities is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a workplace where every individual can shine their brightest. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Law: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) [https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/fmla] Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Know Your Rights [https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf] Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) [https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/posters/employee-polygraph-protection-act]

Responsibilities

The Housing Advocate provides comprehensive housing support to eligible households under the 1115 Waiver, ensuring accurate documentation in the Unite Us platform and engaging in the Continuum of Care for Housing. This role involves building partnerships with various organizations to facilitate referrals and staying informed on relevant public assistance programs and eligibility requirements.