Job Title: Case Management Housing Coordinator    

Department: Case Management      

Reports to: Case Management Intake & Voucher Housing Program Manager Supervisor   

Status: Full time, Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $20.50/hr.

 

Purpose of Position

Assists individuals with developmental disabilities in obtaining subsidized housing in Boulder County.  This includes completing required paperwork to rent each unit; performing inspections at required intervals; ensuring that all residential housing meets HUD standards; monitoring income levels of individuals in Imagine! based subsidized housing; and working with appropriate resources, public and private, to expand rental and home ownership opportunities for people with developmental disabilities in Boulder and Broomfield counties.

 

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Maintains waiting list for State Section 8 resources to be allocated to Imagine! clients and other individuals with disabilities.
• Assists landlords in enrolling in the Section 8 program. 
• Assist individuals, when no other assistance is available, to locate apartments and to complete necessary paperwork to rent.
• Completes initial inspections and paperwork for clients. This is both upon initial move-in as well as recertification.  
• Maintains certification as a residential coordinator and HUD Quality Inspector for Section 8.
• Performs inspections of residential dwelling units for some Service Agencies.
• Monitors yearly income and rental information for each individual in caseload.
• Communicates with State Section 8 regarding client issues and changes.
• Serves as an advocate by mediating housing issues for both clients and landlords.
• Assists in mediation of landlord\client problems, providing crisis intervention as necessary.
• Assists landlords to receive damage compensation from individuals  or emergencies funds.
• Assists clients with housing related issues such as problems with neighbors, locating affordable furnishings and household goods, needed repairs, etc. as time permits.
• Serves as a resource to the community through the following:
• Coordinates with local City and County housing offices to broaden the housing options available to people with developmental disabilities.
• Educates Service Agencies as well as Imagine! staff about Section 8, including rules and requirements, etc.
• Provides information and support to clients who wish to purchase their own home through Section 8 resources.

• This position requires regular use of a personal vehicle with liability insurance         that meets Imagine! standards.

• This position requires regular use of a personal mobile device such as a smartphone or tablet.

 

Job Qualifications

 

Knowledge, Skill, and Ability:	Demonstrated skill in working with people with developmental disabilities. Basic knowledge of budgeting and resource management. Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks/goals for self and others. Effective written and verbal communication skills with individuals and groups at all professional levels. Strong organizational skills. Effective and creative negotiator and problem solver including the ability to mediate disputes.   Ability to work effectively with various technology including word processing software, internet based databases, etc. Possession of a valid driver’s license and ability to meet Imagine! driving requirements.
Training/Education:	High school diploma, or equivalent, required.
Experience:	Minimum of one year successful employment in a clerical position. Experience with various Federal, State, and local housing programs preferred.
Working Environment/Physical Activities	Must be able to access residential units and complete inspections.  This sometimes includes entering crawl spaces, etc. Requires the ability to drive to various locations to meet with families, providers, etc. Effective with shifting roles, responsibilities, and expectations in a highly stressful and changing work environment.  This includes the ability to meet deadlines. This job requires the ability to occasionally flex work schedule based on organizational needs.

 

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.