Community Human Services - Pittsburgh, PA
posted 3 months ago
The Community Support Specialist (CSS) for the Housing Assistance Program plays a crucial role in providing service coordination and supportive counseling to participants of the housing program. This full-time position, which operates under the direction of the Director, is designed to assist individuals in accessing necessary services that empower them to secure permanent housing and end their episodes of homelessness. The CSS is responsible for conducting individual assessments to identify participant needs and helping them achieve their goals, with a strong focus on income generation, affordable housing, and other supportive services. This role requires the CSS to facilitate the process of locating and securing housing, as well as fostering positive landlord relations, thereby empowering clients to develop greater independent living skills. In addition to direct service coordination, the CSS is expected to maintain thorough documentation of daily progress and participate actively in staff meetings. The role also involves assisting with the overall maintenance and improvement of the housing program, ensuring compliance with program guidelines and regulations. The CSS will work independently but is encouraged to consult with the program director as needed to enhance the effectiveness of the services provided. This position is integral to building community linkages and advocating for participants to access appropriate entitlements and services from various agencies. The CSS will also engage in administrative tasks, including maintaining progress notes in the CHS database, processing paperwork related to fiscal matters, and generating reports as required by supervisors. Networking with external agencies to ensure comprehensive service delivery for all participants is also a key responsibility of this role.