Resident Engagement Specialist
Full-time
Settlement Housing Fund, Inc.
Description
| ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION | A pioneering not-for-profit affordable housing developer and community programs initiator in New York City, Settlement Housing Fund, Inc. has worked since 1969 to create more than 9,000 apartments through 73 affordable rental and homeownership development projects. Settlement Housing presently owns and maintains 50 buildings with more than 3,100 apartments throughout New York City, with concentrations of housing and services in the Mt. Eden and Fordham Heights sections of the Bronx, Crown Heights, Brooklyn, the Lower East Side, as well as other sites throughout Manhattan. The organization is working on a growing pipeline of new construction and preservation projects throughout the city, and expanding its Resident Engagement Services to meet the housing stability needs of households leaving shelter and other at-risk tenants.
Settlement Housing Fund is the parent organization of The Crenulated Company, LTD dba New Settlement which was created in 1989 with the acquisition of 14 abandoned buildings from the City of New York. New Settlement has evolved into a robust social service organization offering a range of community-based services in education, college access, youth development, arts, workforce development, community organizing, wellness and other key services that provide important resources to the neighborhood’s youth and families. New Settlement’s success has been achieved through close collaboration with a wide range of educational institutions, housing and community development organizations, businesses, youth development and social service agencies – in the neighborhood, Bronx-wide, across New York and nationally. The programs at New Settlement are supported by local, state and federal government agencies, as well as foundations, corporations, organizations |
| DESCRIPTION | JOB SUMMARY: Reporting to the Director of Social Services and Resident Engagement, the Resident Engagement Specialist will work with a roster of tenants to address barriers related to housing stability. In coordination with each household, the Resident Engagement Specialist will develop goals, provide advocacy, and problem solve issues that impact their leaseholder status.Salary Range: $60,000 – $65,000 commensurate with experience.To be considered, you MUST upload your resume and cover letter. SHF offers excellent benefits, including (but not limited to):Hybrid work schedule (2 days in office, 3 days remote)MedicalDentalVision403(b) – with employer contribution day 1Paid Parental LeaveComprehensive PTO PackageTuition Reimbursementand More!Job Duties include but not limited to:At least two to three days per week, meets with assigned households regularly in their home, in the community, and in the office to address challenges impacting their housing stability. Meetings could be more frequent dependent on the needs of the households.Ensure completion of ongoing timely case notes recording service delivery; including assessments, intakes, goals, referrals, etc.Identify service needs and appropriate intervention(s) to assist households with desired outcomes, including entitlements, arrears recovery/support, and other.Provide direct supportive advocacy, and/or outreach services.Provide social service referrals pertaining to medical, mental health, substance abuse and education/employmentServes as liaison with property management to address repairs, lease signing, etc. Advocates for and assists households in negotiating various systems to ensure receipt of entitlements and maintenance of permanent housing.Attends appointments as needed with families to ensure all issues are addressed.Participates in weekly staff meetings and client conferences as needed.Attend case meetings with supervisor to review case files as scheduled.Attend staff meetings as scheduled.Maintain complete, up to date, and accurate tenant records in company data management system.Ensure that department set deadlines, requirements, and expectations are met constantly.Perform other duties as reasonably requested. |
| POSITION REQUIREMENTS | QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE: 2 or more years’ experience working with families experiencing homelessness, or housing insecurity.Experience with general case management functions, assessment, and advocacy skills.Knowledge of various city social service agencies and community-based organizations related to housing and homelessness, highly preferred.Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office.Ability to work successfully in a hybrid environment.Ability to travel to households within the NYC (New York City) area using public transportationBilingual a plus but not a requirement.Ability to work Monday through Friday, consistent 8-hour shift, with an unpaid hour for lunch.Ability to relate to people of diverse backgrounds.Commitment to providing affordable housing for low-to-moderate income population.PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.The ability to sit, stand, walk, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and telephone to talk and hear.The ability to frequently sit and reach with hands and arms.The ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.The ability to travel frequently within NYC area using public transportation.Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.Must be able to utilize office equipment such as desktop/notebook computers, copiers, printers, scanners, telephones, and calculators.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.NOTICE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the environment and level of work being performed by this job. This job description in no way states or implies that the duties and responsibilities listed are the only tasks to be performed by the employee in this job. The employee must follow any other instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. This job description supersedes prior job descriptions. When duties and responsibilities change and develop the job description will be reviewed and subject to changes of business necessity.Settlement Housing Fund, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and considers qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state, or local law.This job description indicates the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions expected of an employee. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of you as an employee. You may be asked to perform other duties as required. |
| SALARY | $60,000 – $65,000 |
| EOE STATEMENT | We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. |
| FULL-TIME/PART-TIME | Full-Time |
| POSITION | Resident Engagement Specialist |
| EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT | Non-Exempt |
| HIRING MANAGER(S) | Anyeri Caro, Elizabeth Henderson |
| LOCATION | Settlement Housing Fund Inc. |