WFS SSVF Housing Specialist

$52,000 - $54,080/Yr

Goodwill - Spokane, WA

Full-time - Entry Level

Spokane, WA

Social Assistance

About the position

The WFS SSVF Housing Specialist at Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest is responsible for providing supportive services to veterans and their families through the Supportive Services for Veterans Families (SSVF) program. This role focuses on enhancing housing security for eligible participants by executing Individual Housing Plans and coordinating necessary services to achieve housing stability.

Responsibilities

• Assist participants in achieving housing stability.
• Conduct housing needs assessments with participants.
• Work with participants to locate and obtain stable housing.
• Monitor the initial transition to housing and ensure participants receive needed supportive services.
• Establish and document participant housing requirements.
• Identify household barriers that may limit housing options for participants.
• Gather and record information about participants' prior housing situations.
• Develop housing searches and locate landlords willing to rent to participants.
• Perform housing inspections and other housing-related tasks required for permanent housing.
• Coordinate and provide supportive services needed by participants to maintain stable housing.
• Comply with State and Federal Fair Housing Laws in all duties.
• Utilize community networks to locate housing and make referrals as necessary.
• Participate in meetings and staffings to review the effectiveness of Individual Housing Plans.
• Assist with the development and implementation of programs and services.
• Screen referrals for appropriate program and service options.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with participants, referral agencies, landlords, and team members.
• Follow up on participant progress and provide encouragement as needed.
• Ensure all paperwork and related activities are current, accurate, and compliant with program requirements.
• Enter required data into the database in a timely and accurate manner.
• Attend meetings, conferences, training, and workshops as required.
• Make recommendations to supervisory staff on necessary changes in policy or management style.
• Seek new sources of revenue upon request.
• Provide services in accordance with Goodwill policies and CARF standards.
• Assist in developing natural supports for participants.
• Facilitate Person Centered Planning to determine housing goals and recommend appropriate services.
• Model appropriate work behaviors and interpersonal skills.
• Inform the public about Goodwill services and available potential employees.
• Work at multiple locations with a multiple caseloads.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university, or one to two years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of Fair Housing regulations.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities