Full-Time

Supportive Housing Specialist

Deadline 2/18/27
DePaul

DePaul

501-1,000 employees

Not-for-profit housing, elder care, rehab

Compensation Overview

$23 - $23.60/hr

Rochester, NY, USA

In Person

Category
Administrative & Executive Assistance (1)
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree or four years of mental health experience or equivalent
  • One year experience working in human services field preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • A clean New York State driving record as outlined in DePaul’s personnel policy
  • The use of one’s personal vehicle is required
  • Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
Responsibilities
  • To assist tenants in securing a safe and affordable apartment of their choice
  • Provide support to the tenant with establishing and maintaining utilities
  • Assist with the purchasing of furniture and needed household items
  • To initiate a direct contact with the tenant on at least a monthly basis for the purpose of reviewing their current living environment and monitoring their mental health status
  • Documents all visits and client contacts in the tenant’s record
  • Practices person-centered practices and demonstrates a positive, caring demeanor when working with tenants
  • Work with the tenant and their service providers to provide regular ongoing support
  • Assisting the tenant when necessary to settle housing related disputes with the landlord
  • Provide teaching, monitoring and recovery-oriented supports as needed in the areas associated with living independently
  • Work with the tenant to ensure that all entitlements are secured and maintained
  • Work with the tenant and their support team to create an individualized housing support plan
  • To provide transportation to the tenant when necessary
  • Ensure that the tenant maintains required clinical services and other linkages, such as medical and dental treatment as well as vocational education as needed
  • Ensure that all new tenants apply for HUD / Section 8 housing
  • Maintain adequate records and provider reports and statistics as requested by the supervisor
  • Coordinates the moving in (and out) of tenants as necessary
  • Performs any other duties necessary for the effective and efficient operation of the program
Desired Qualifications
  • None

DePaul is a not-for-profit organization that provides housing and support services for seniors, people with mental illness in recovery (including those with homelessness history), addiction prevention, vocational programs, and affordable housing across 50+ sites in 14 New York counties. It coordinates housing, treatment, recovery supports, and job training tailored to each person’s needs. It differs by offering a wide range of housing, health, recovery, and vocational services under one nonprofit umbrella, with a community-focused approach that serves those facing homelessness. Its goal is to help individuals achieve the highest level of independence and stability in the environment of their choice.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Town of Gates, New York

Founded

1958

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What believers are saying

  • Animation program prestige attracts top creative talent and industry partnerships.
  • Community-focused research grants enhance DePaul's reputation and local impact.
  • Transfer portal success builds competitive basketball program for revenue generation.

What critics are saying

  • Palestinian student discrimination complaints trigger federal investigations and enrollment declines.
  • Campus protests and negative media coverage alienate donors and prospective students.
  • Transfer-dependent basketball roster faces Big East competition from UConn, Villanova.

What makes DePaul unique

  • Animation program achieves national recognition for creative industry excellence.
  • SPARK Center research teams advance North Lawndale community development projects.
  • Men's basketball roster strengthened through strategic transfer portal acquisitions.

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Life Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) Company Match

Employee Assistant Program

Employee Discount Program

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