Housing Locator at The Montgomery County Coalition for the Homeless

Rockville, Maryland, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Housing Locator, Client Transportation, Negotiation, Life Skills Training, Data Entry, Relationship Building, Housing Programs Knowledge, Trauma-Informed Care, Harm Reduction, Addiction Knowledge, Mental Illness Knowledge, Co-occurring Diagnosed Populations Knowledge, CPR Administration, First Aid, Excel Proficiency, Microsoft Office Suite Proficiency

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description General Description: The Housing Locator is responsible for locating affordable housing for NSES clients. As an integral part of the Housing Locator’s responsibilities, this person is required to create and maintain relationships with apartment communities and landlords who will house NSES clients. The Housing Locator works collaboratively with the NSES Clinical team and will work as a member of the larger Montgomery County Continuum of Care. The Housing Locator also provides training to clients on various housing opportunities, how to maintain a household, and other necessary training as it pertains to housing. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Proactively seek new housing opportunities and resources to successfully house clients Maintain a current Housing Directory which includes all housing providers/contacts (e.g., apartment communities, private landlords), as well as documenting all communication with providers in HMIS. Meet with every individual entering the shelter within one week of shelter entry to determine the type of housing most appropriate for the individual and to develop a move out plan to meet client goals. Maintain spreadsheet to track client move out plans. Provide intense follow-up to ensure clients successfully move out in a timely manner. Negotiate leases on behalf of clients in collaboration with case managers and the client. Provide client transportation to and from housing options, including accompanying clients to housing interviews. Assist clients with referrals to various housing programs and with applying for rental assistance Assist clients during their move to housing in collaboration with the case managers Develop and facilitate life skills courses for clients including tenant rights and responsibilities, housing discrimination, communicating with landlords and others Provide housing availability, including Fair Market Rate rentals as established by HUD, voucher programs, public housing programs, and transitional housing programs, to HBCAC team and clients efficiently. Maintain documentation of training, budgets, housing contacts, client contacts, and other pertinent information in accordance with agency and best standard practice. Participate in staff meetings and training as directed by supervisor. Other duties as assigned Requirements Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field preferred. One year of hands-on experience in social/human services field dealing with diverse populations and assisting them to locate housing (e.g. public and private options). Knowledge of the Housing First Model, Trauma-Informed Care, and Harm Reduction. Knowledge of principles, methods and procedures in working with addiction, mental illness and co-occurring diagnosed populations. Ability to negotiate and maintain positive relationships with co-workers and clients. Ability to develop strong professional relationships with individuals experiencing homelessness. Knowledge and experience in administering CPR and minor first aid. Advanced in entering data into databases, Excel spreadsheets, Microsoft Office suite proficiency required. Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record. Advocate for homeless population.

Responsibilities

The Housing Locator is responsible for locating affordable housing for clients and maintaining relationships with apartment communities and landlords. They also provide training to clients on housing opportunities and household maintenance.