Housing Specialist

Do you have a heart for helping individuals overcome challenges and build a secure foundation for their lives?

Elwyn Adult Behavioral Health Services (formerly Fellowship Health Resources) fosters hope and recovery. Elwyn provides behavioral health services to improve the quality of life for individuals living with mental illness and addictions, serving over 7,000 individuals across 6 states. The cornerstone of our success is Elwyn's deep and longstanding commitment to the principles of recovery and the inclusion of peers in the recovery process.

Elwyn has developed, trains in, and utilizes the PRISMMODEL approach which is: Person-centered, Respectful, Individualized, Strength-based, and Mission-driven.

Be the Key to Stability! we are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Housing Specialist to join our ACT team in Georgetown, DE and make a real difference in the lives of individuals with Serious and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI). In this fulfilling role, you'll play a critical role in supporting individuals on their journey to securing and maintaining safe, affordable housing, fostering independence, and promoting overall well-being.

Negotiable salary and comprehensive benefits
Monday - Friday, 8 am - 4 pm, HQ in Georgetown, DE

What You'll Do:

• Empower Housing Success: Guide clients through the housing search process, assisting them in identifying suitable options, completing applications, and navigating the leasing process.
• Develop Essential Skills: Equip individuals with the skills needed to thrive in independent living, including budgeting, conflict resolution, household management, and maintaining a safe and healthy living environment.
• Build Supportive Networks: Connect clients with essential community resources, including housing authorities, mental health services, and support groups, fostering a network that promotes stability and well-being.
• Champion Recovery: Integrate evidence-based practices and a trauma-informed approach to support clients in achieving their housing goals and fostering long-term recovery.
• Advocate & Collaborate: Develop strong partnerships with landlords, housing authorities, and community agencies to expand access to affordable housing options and advocate for the needs of your clients.
• Be a Pillar of Support: Provide ongoing support to clients as they transition into new housing, addressing challenges and ensuring successful tenancy.
• Champion Team Success: Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team, sharing knowledge, and contributing to a positive and supportive work environment.
• Maintain Accurate Records: Document client interactions and progress meticulously, ensuring clear and concise case notes that adhere to all regulatory standards.

You're the Ideal Candidate if You Possess:

• A Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Rehabilitative Counseling, or a closely related field.
• A minimum of two years of experience working with individuals with SPMI or other mental health conditions, and experience within a housing support setting is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with clients from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• A commitment to evidence-based practices and a trauma-informed approach.
• A valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Why You Should Join Elwyn

We are committed as an organization to creating the best workplace experience for our employees and ensuring those that care for our clients are cared for. Elwyn offers a generous benefits package to all employees starting 30 days from the date of hire including health insurance through Aetna as well as free to low-cost dental and vision coverage to employees and their dependents. Employees can also participate in a 403(b) program with a discretionary match contribution from Elwyn. We encourage excellence in the workplace with our "Making A Difference" employee recognition program which offers bonus compensation for those who go above and beyond in the workplace. Elwyn invests in its employees through a generous Tuition Reimbursement Program as well as a master's degree incentive available to all employees working 30 or more hours weekly.

Elwyn reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as needed. This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive statement of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor does it constitute a written or implied contract.

Elwyn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and identity, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, genetic information, disability status, military, or veteran status, marital or family status, political activities or affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, and federal law.

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