District Alliance for Safe Housing Specialist | Homelessness

Description

CSPNJ, a mental health nonprofit agency, is looking for a District Alliance for Safe Housing (DASH) Specialist to support Gloucester & Salem County. The DASH specialist assists participants in completing their HCV applications as well as facilitating documentation and mainstream benefit access.  The DASH specialist is responsible for co-creating a housing plan with the participant and working towards reducing barriers to housing and achieving other housing related goals identified in the plan. 

HIGHLIGHTS

• Assist tenants with wellness and recovery service plan goals designed to promote well-being and growth.
• Maintain and promote strong relationships with designated County agencies serving homeless populations, including health care organizations, re-entry programs, and mainstream entitlement programs.
• Support and encourage community integration, including access to education, employment, and other needed community services and resources. Conduct active follow-up with residents and community resources until service linkage is complete.

 Full-time | Benefit Eligible (Medical, free DMO dental & free vision) including 6 weeks PTO & 11 Holidays 

Requirements

• High School Diploma / GED with 2+ years in a social/human service setting related to housing and homelessness.
• MUST have a valid NJ Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.
• Knowledge of poverty and homelessness causes, trends, issues and solutions.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong judgment and problem-solving abilities to work with citizens, businesses, and others in emotional/stressful situations.
• Strong expertise in strengths-based, solution-focused practice.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge and experience working with diverse cultures and ethnicities.
• Ability to work with individuals with mental illness in a caring and professional manner.
• Proficient in MS Office products, including smart phones and tablets.
• Bilingual skills are a plus!
• Lived Experience: CSPNJ prioritizes hiring people who use their own life experience dealing with mental health/substance use issues to inspire and support others.