CHR
Housing Support Specialist II: HERO (Housing Empowering Recovery from Opioids) P
CHR, Manchester, Connecticut, United States, 06045
Housing Support Specialist II
The HERO Program (Housing Empowering Recovery from Opioids) is a DMHAS-led initiative funded by the Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee (OSAC), aimed at supporting individuals in recovery from opioid use disorder (OUD). The program provides housing subsidies and intensive case management to individuals experiencing homelessness or housing instability who are at risk of opioid overdose or transitioning out of recovery or treatment programs. HERO staff offer flexible, community-based support, including pre-tenancy services such as housing searches and application assistance, followed by weekly case managementminimum monthly in-home visitsto help participants stabilize in housing and build strong recovery support networks. Housing Support Specialist II Duties & Responsibilities Provide direct case management such as establishing rapport with clients, completing housing stabilization plans (as needed and required), provides direct skill teaching, advocacy and assistance around obtaining/maintaining benefits, budgeting, treatment, medical services, employment, transportation etc. Assist clients in completing applications for, Husky, Social Security, State Supplements and other entitlements. Assist clients with access to job and vocational training. Link clients to appropriate mental health and/or substance abuse counseling and DCF services. Provide direct assistance in the form of security deposits and time limited rental assistance. Advocate with landlords for tenant rights; provide conflict resolution as needed. Demonstrates competency in age related or specialty issues and developmental needs for each population served. Provides Outreach/Community Education Liaison with homeless service providers, Coordinated Access networks, DCF, domestic violence service providers, CHR providers and courts to provide information about access to the program. Maintain awareness of the program within the community. Assists in understanding tenant rights and responsibility as well as basic understanding of housing law as well as conducts outcome surveys as required. Maintains documentation in compliance with agency and program standards. Participates in staff meetings, supervision, trainings and other meetings as assigned. Additional duties as required. Qualifications Education: Bachelor's Degree required, concentration in Human Services preferred. Experience: 2 years' experience working with homeless population or families dependent on specific position. Licensure/Certification/Registration: Valid driver's license. Join us at CHR and be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities! Starting at $20.6586/hr min., and up commensurate upon experience. Actual rates are determined at the time of offer and are based off of relevant experience, as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. Many of our positions offer program/location differentials and/or sign-on incentives. (Please note, for part-time positions this range would be pro-rated based on hours worked) CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply.
The HERO Program (Housing Empowering Recovery from Opioids) is a DMHAS-led initiative funded by the Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee (OSAC), aimed at supporting individuals in recovery from opioid use disorder (OUD). The program provides housing subsidies and intensive case management to individuals experiencing homelessness or housing instability who are at risk of opioid overdose or transitioning out of recovery or treatment programs. HERO staff offer flexible, community-based support, including pre-tenancy services such as housing searches and application assistance, followed by weekly case managementminimum monthly in-home visitsto help participants stabilize in housing and build strong recovery support networks. Housing Support Specialist II Duties & Responsibilities Provide direct case management such as establishing rapport with clients, completing housing stabilization plans (as needed and required), provides direct skill teaching, advocacy and assistance around obtaining/maintaining benefits, budgeting, treatment, medical services, employment, transportation etc. Assist clients in completing applications for, Husky, Social Security, State Supplements and other entitlements. Assist clients with access to job and vocational training. Link clients to appropriate mental health and/or substance abuse counseling and DCF services. Provide direct assistance in the form of security deposits and time limited rental assistance. Advocate with landlords for tenant rights; provide conflict resolution as needed. Demonstrates competency in age related or specialty issues and developmental needs for each population served. Provides Outreach/Community Education Liaison with homeless service providers, Coordinated Access networks, DCF, domestic violence service providers, CHR providers and courts to provide information about access to the program. Maintain awareness of the program within the community. Assists in understanding tenant rights and responsibility as well as basic understanding of housing law as well as conducts outcome surveys as required. Maintains documentation in compliance with agency and program standards. Participates in staff meetings, supervision, trainings and other meetings as assigned. Additional duties as required. Qualifications Education: Bachelor's Degree required, concentration in Human Services preferred. Experience: 2 years' experience working with homeless population or families dependent on specific position. Licensure/Certification/Registration: Valid driver's license. Join us at CHR and be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities! Starting at $20.6586/hr min., and up commensurate upon experience. Actual rates are determined at the time of offer and are based off of relevant experience, as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. Many of our positions offer program/location differentials and/or sign-on incentives. (Please note, for part-time positions this range would be pro-rated based on hours worked) CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply.