BI-CAP Supportive Housing Specialist-Bemidji

BI-CAP Supportive Housing Specialist

Who you are:

· You’re good at communicating with others; you listen and understand others’ needs.

· You have patience, compassion, and empathy for others—especially in stressful or difficult situations.

· You are able to foster healthy and productive relationships with clients and colleagues.

· You’re organized and good at managing multiple tasks, paperwork, and documentation.

· Problem-solving is a strength; you’re resourceful and have good time management skills.

A day in the life:

· You will assist eligible clients with severe mental illness with obtaining and maintaining adequate housing by providing supportive services.

· You will identify client needs and services to meet those needs.

· You will:

o Manage services related to accessing and obtaining housing.

o Orient clients to housing programs and referral options, support services, and housing options.

o Serve as a liaison between landlord, tenant, service providers and the community related to housing needs.

o Complete and submit required reports.

o Assist with grant writing and grant proposal submission.

o Provide individualized supportive housing services for clients.

o Communicate courteously and professionally and maintain working relationships with others in carrying out job functions.

o Attend and represent the program and agency in a responsible, professional manner at all meetings.

Qualifications

· You’ll need an Associate’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or closely related Human Service field.

· A Bachelor’s degree and prior experience in a human service organization is preferred.

· A valid driver’s license or other evidence of mobility is required.

· You must have a strong commitment to BI-CAP’s values of collaboration, innovation and compassion for those we serve. 

Applicants must pass a Background Study.

· Familiarity with impoverished and/or unhoused populations, computer knowledge, record keeping and/or client intake is preferred.

Wages:

· You’ll be eligible for a competitive benefits package and the opportunity to make a difference in the community.

Full-time, 40 hours/week, $19.27 - $26.98/hr. Benefit eligible: medical, dental, vision, life/add, retirement plan, holiday pay and paid-time off. Potential Schedule: Weekdays between 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. dictated by program needs.