Full-Time Housing Advocate
Job Description
Are you looking for a job where you can help survivors of domestic and intimate partner abuse find safe housing? Turning Point of Lehigh Valley has an opening for a Housing Advocate.
The Housing Advocate’s primary responsibilities are to work directly with survivors to determine eligibility for transitional housing services. This position will regularly interact with program participants to assist them in achieving personal goals related to housing and financial stability, spending an average of 80% of work time conducting direct service and case management activities and 20% of work time on program administration, including interaction with landlords and community agencies to assist participants in finding suitable housing. You will be part of a team of Housing Advocates, working together to support survivors. You should have prior knowledge of housing assistance programs and be able to assist survivors, in setting goals related to finding stable housing and improving their finances. Certifications related to HUD and lead-based paint is preferred but not required as prospective housing inspections for participants’ will occur. Certifications can be obtained, while employed with Turning Point.
The Housing Advocate role is a full-time, non-exempt position. Pay is $20.50 per hour and we are currently offering a $1,000 sign-on bonus. You will also have access to health, dental, vision, 401K, life, and disability benefits.
A minimum of three years’ relevant work experience which includes housing systems and/or victim’s services experience in social services or related field preferred. Social Services degree preferred. You should be comfortable using computer programs to manage client information and be familiar with tools like Zoom or Teams for virtual communication. Preferred candidates will be fluent in English and another language. You will need reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
How to Apply
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