Share Email Opening Title Housing Specialist  Description The Richmond Behavioral Health Authority has a full time positions available for Housing Specialist to perform intermediate professional work assessing client needs, developing, implementing and monitoring service delivery and assistance plans, coordinating and monitoring services with other agencies, counseling and assisting clients, maintaining records and files, preparing reports, and related work as apparent or assigned. Job Duties: Complete thorough housing barrier assessment and housing plan for each program participant. Assist program participants with process of obtaining appropriate housing subsidy Assist program participants with locating and securing permanent housing. Act as liaison between program participants, landlords, and case management staff. Collaborate with clinical staff on a regular basis regarding program participants. Collaborate with landlords on a regular basis regarding program participants. Actively outreach and recruit landlords and provide appropriate information about Authority programs and services. Conduct initial eligibility and annual/interim re-certifications (Housing Quality Standards (HQS) inspections and follow ups and financial updates) Monitor and facilitate moves/relocation of program participants Recalculate rents when necessary (either due to income change, recertification, or change in rent amount) Complete intakes into the Home Connect PSH program when a spot is vacated Assist with closure/termination of cases when appropriate Monitor status of program participants and housing stability and collaborate with partner agency case managers, Program Manager and landlord as appropriate Act as resource for partner agency case managers in regards to assisting program participants with locating affordable housing Orients and trains newly hired staff; evaluates staff performance as directed. Serves as liaison to public agencies and provides information regarding Authority programs and services. Provides crisis intervention and prevention services. Prepares a variety of reports; prepares and maintains program participant charts and other records. Attends meetings, staffing’s and conferences as they relate to program participants, staff and program needs. Attends court hearings; testifies in court. Assists in curriculum development and resource tools. Collect data to satisfy program requirements. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.       Position Requirements Knowledge, Skills and Abilities General knowledge of community and agency resources and programs of regional and state sources for the community service population; general knowledge of interviewing and supportive counseling techniques; general knowledge of social casework techniques; general knowledge of human development and behavior; general knowledge of the theories, principles and techniques of individual, family and group therapy; ability to solve problems within scope of responsibility; ability to analyze facts and exercise sound judgment in arriving at conclusions; ability to communicate complex ideas effectively, orally and in writing; ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, medical professionals community partners, agencies, associates and the general public. Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree with coursework in social work, psychology, counseling, sociology, health services or related field and moderate experience working with individuals with severe mental illness in a behavioral health setting, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in housing counseling and property management. One year’s experience working with low-income and/or homeless adults. HQS training or ability to complete training within one month of hire required. Knowledge of homeless population, resources, and Fair Housing and Tenant-Landlord laws required. Special Requirements Valid driver's license in the Commonwealth of Virginia Certified Housing Counselor preferred     Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Open Date 4/8/2020   Close Date   About the Organization Join the Fearless! Richmond Behavioral Health Authority (RBHA) is licensed by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services and is the statutorily established public entity responsible for providing mental health, intellectual disabilities, substance abuse and prevention services to the citizens of the City of Richmond. Our Mission: RBHA promotes health, wellness, and recovery for the people and communities we serve. Our Vision: An inclusive, healthy community where individuals are inspired to reach their highest potential. Our Values: Equity / Innovation / Quality / Inclusion / Accessibility / Transparency / Compassion / Integrity Creating Healthy Communities - One Person, One Family, One Community at a time. RBHA is committed to providing behavioral health services to all Richmond residents regardless of race, color, gender, age, religion, disability, or national origin. Services are provided directly by RBHA staff and through contracts with private providers in the community. Funding is received through fees from consumers, the Commonwealth of Virginia, the City of Richmond, and local and state grants.   Starting Salary Range $20.34 per hour   EOE Statement Richmond Behavioral Health Authority provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.   This position is currently not accepting applications. 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