Bilingual Temporary Housing Specialist | Cambridge, MA

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  • Location: Cambridge, MA

  • Company: Ywca Cambridge

First" philosophy. The Temporary Housing and Stabilization Case Manager works individually with families to sustain permanent housing and the services tomaintain housing. The Temporary Housing and Stabilization Case Manager is responsible for placing seven (7)families into stable housing, as outlined in the DHCD contract, by exploring all potentialhousing outcomes.

Once established, the Temporary Housing and Stabilization Case Manager will continue to work with families for up to 24 months to ensure that families willremain stabilized. Essential Functions: Duties include but may not be limited to the following. Rehousing Activities: ● Identify lotteries, housing applications and

low income housing for clients ● Meet and assist families with subsidized housing applications to ensure timely completion and documentation ● Assist with initial Rehousing Touch Point and monthly review● Provide case management activities related to housing stability and coordinatereferrals as needed● Work with Home BASE to secure Home BASE Household Assistance benefits for families as needed ● Negotiate with real estate agents and landlords to secure apartments for families● Maintain appropriate case management documentation to complete required datafields in ETO/ASISTStabilization Activities: ● Maintain monthly contact by telephone with placed families to update and sign Re-Housing plans●

Check-in with landlords to ensure any developing problems are resolved quickly Additional Activities: ● Maintain accurate daily logs records, monthly outcome reports, and make copies ofall housing applications and lotteries and place them in Client files.

Qualifications: ● Passion for and commitment to the YWCA mission of eliminating racism andempowering women● Bachelor's degree in the social service field, or equivalent work experience● Identify lotteries, housing applications and low income housing for clients● 3-5 years of case management experience with a focus on housing placement andlandlord engagement● Knowledge of homelessness and housing issues and the resources available todevelop long-term solutions● Strong advocacy skills and dedication to helping homeless people move beyondthe shelter● Ability to respond responsibly in emergency and crisis situations● People-oriented with ability to work with a diverse population, with culturalcompetency and sensitivity to differences in religion, interactionual orientation, race, age, and physical or mental illness● Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace and Database Management● Working knowledge of state and federal housing laws and tenant rights, andresponsibilities● Bilingual, with an emphasis in English and Spanish (preferred) ● Able to work independently and as part of a team● Great oral and written communication skills Benefits include health and dental insurance, a generous vacation policy and paid holidayschedule, hybrid work flexibility, and on-site parking.

YWCA Cambridge is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications fromindividuals regardless of race, color, ethnic origin, religion, ability and/or interactionualorientation. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Candidates will be subject to a criminal records check (CORI).

We are seeking a cultural addition to our team who helps us celebrate all dimensions ofdiversity. If you're excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the qualifications. Job Posted by Applicant Pro

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