Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Albany · 1 month ago
1115 Waiver Housing Advocate - Housing Office
Albany, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$22/hr - $22/hr
1+ years expCatholic Charities of the Diocese of Albany is dedicated to making a positive impact in the community. As the 1115 Waiver Program Housing Advocate, you will provide essential housing support and advocacy for individuals seeking assistance under the 1115 Waiver program.
CharityNon ProfitReligionService Industry
Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive housing support to eligible households under the 1115 Waiver, ensuring that all services are documented accurately in the Unite Us platform
Assisting with rental applications, negotiating lease agreements, setting up new housing units, connecting clients to financial assistance for housing costs, and ensuring the living environment meets their needs
Stay informed on policies, eligibility requirements, and necessary documentation for programs such as Temporary Assistance, Public Assistance, Section 8 Housing, Rental Assistance, SSI/SSDI, SNAP, HEAP, and other relevant resources
Provide guidance and advocacy to help clients negotiate expanded benefits and advocate for themselves in conferences and hearings
Assist clients in securing stable housing, including: Conducting outreach to landlords and establishing partnerships
Helping clients locate and apply for affordable housing
Qualification
Required
Associates Degree in Human Services or related field
1-3 years of experience in mental health, substance use, or human services
Benefits
Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
Retirement planning options
Generous Time Off (as an eligible employee, you will accrue up to 23 days off in your first year, based on your standard work day)
A diverse and inclusive work environment
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Discounts (movie tickets, hotels, flights, amusement parks, etc.)
Exciting referral bonuses
Ongoing training and development
Recognition and Awards
Career Growth
A collaborative team culture
Company
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Albany
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Alba provides scriptural values and basic human needs.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Betsy Van Deusen
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Lawler
Chief Financial Officer/
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