Rapid Rehousing Specialist at Center for Youth Services | NY, US | Rezi

Rapid Rehousing Specialist at Center for Youth Services

Rapid Rehousing Specialist

Center for Youth Services · NY, US

1 weeks ago

Rapid Rehousing Specialist

Center for Youth Services · NY, US

10 days ago
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About the Role

The Rapid Rehousing Specialist(s) will assist homeless Transition Age Youth ages 18-24 in obtaining and maintaining permanent housing. Specialists will provide supportive services, including life skills assessment and training, referrals, and support to ensure self-sufficiency and housing stability. The role involves assisting clients with apartment searches, landlord relations, and setting up apartments. Approximately 50 youth will be served annually.

Responsibilities

  • Crisis intervention and response
  • Outreach, Screening, Intake and Assessment
  • Coordination, development, implementation and assessment of client's case management needs, service and plans
  • Referral readiness, information and facilitation
  • Case specific youth advocacy
  • Transporting program participants
  • Possesses sound problem solving and decision-making skills
  • Assist in setting up housing
  • Strength-based service delivery (youth leadership & asset development)

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Human Services, Education or related field AND 1 year experience OR Equivalent Work history Experience / Master's Degree preferred
  • A valid Driver's license

Skills

  • Case management techniques and intervention
  • Knowledge of homeless/runway youth service system and community resources
  • Knowledge of independent living skills, curricula and teaching approaches
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office

Work Type

  • Full-Time

Education Level

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree

Salary/Compensations

  • $20 - $21 per hour

About the Company

  • The Center for Youth: Started BY YOUTH FOR YOUTH. We partner with youth to realize their full potential, by creating opportunities, removing barriers and promoting social justice.

Equal Opportunity

  • The Center for Youth Provides Equal Employment Opportunities