Brilliant Corners
FHSP Housing Coordinator - ODR
Brilliant Corners, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
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Los AngelesSalary:
$24.04/hrOrganization OverviewFounded in 2004, Brilliant Corners provides innovative housing and housing-related services to California’s most vulnerable individuals, with an emphasis on those transitioning from, or at risk of, homelessness or institutionalization. We develop, own, and manage multi-family supportive housing and licensed residential care homes. We implement a broad array of scattered-site, one-on-one supportive housing, and clinical case management programs through partnerships with developmental services, homeless services, veterans’ services, and health care sectors.Department SummaryThe Flexible Housing Subsidy Pool (FHSP) is a supportive housing rental subsidy program of the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS). The goal of the FHSP is to secure quality affordable housing for extremely vulnerable Angelenos. Brilliant Corners, the central coordinating community-based partner for FHSP, works to secure a broad range of housing options, including individual apartments, blocks of units, and entire buildings.Position SummaryHousing Coordinators provide direct services to formerly homeless individuals throughout Los Angeles County—this includes support with all aspects of the housing process. The Housing Coordinator will help formerly homeless individuals move into housing and provide housing retention services after move in. The Housing Coordinator will work directly with tenants and collaborate with property providers and service providers to ensure that program participants successfully retain their housing over time.Position ResponsibilitiesAssist program participants, case managers, and property providers in navigating the public housing agencies, if applicable.Coordinate program participants' move-ins into scattered-site units, project-based units, and/or enriched residential facilities.Liaise between program participants and case management services.Work with the Housing Acquisitions team to assist with housing placements and assignments.Ensure program participants' well-being and unit habitability through a regular schedule of unit inspections and wellness checks.Respond to housing and tenant-related emergencies during normal business and after hours.Assess the need for reasonable accommodations/unit modifications and assist program participants through the process of obtaining the appropriate information and documentation, if applicable.Educate community members about the housing needs of identified program participants and the importance of supportive housing.Submit and follow up on tenant maintenance requests.Maintain thorough and accurate progress notes, files, and correspondences while maintaining confidentiality.Update multiple data systems with appropriate participant information.Routinely make home visits and phone calls to program participants while exercising appropriate boundaries.Attend all agency staff meetings and trainings, as well as department meetings and case conferences.Other duties as assigned by the Program Supervisor or Program Manager.Professional ExperienceOne year of work experience in non-profit human services.Experience with homeless, veterans, and/or people with health conditions or impairments is a plus.Knowledge of different housing models or the public housing agency (PHA) system is a plus.Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesExcellent verbal and written communication skills.Strong interpersonal skills.Willingness to travel all over Los Angeles County and make regular in-person visits.Possession of a valid California driver’s license, a clean driving record, and automobile insurance.Access to reliable transportation.Basic computer knowledge, MS Word and Excel required; PowerPoint preferred.Flexibility regarding scheduling and prioritizing tasks.Ability to utilize critical thinking skills in decision-making situations.Core CompetenciesApproachability:
Is easy to approach and talk to; spends the extra effort to put others at ease.Conflict Management:
Steps up to conflicts, seeing them as opportunities; good at focused listening.Strategic Agility:
Sees ahead clearly, can anticipate future consequences and trends accurately.Certificates, Licenses, and RegistrationsA valid, clean CA driver’s license and a personal insured vehicle are required.Travel RequirementsThis position requires frequent visits to properties and attendance at various meetings and events in the greater Los Angeles County.Physical RequirementsCandidates should have physical mobility for tasks such as standing, bending, and walking on uneven surfaces. They should be capable of performing stationary tasks like sitting for up to 6 to 8 hours a day and lifting moderate weights up to 15 pounds safely.Salary range for this position is $24.04- $29.14 hourly. This position is being offered at $24.04 hourly.Brilliant Corners does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.Benefits Include:Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, & Vision)Retirement Plan (With 5% Match)Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary and AD&D)Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)Short Term & Long-Term DisabilityTraining & DevelopmentWellness ResourcesHybrid Work
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Los AngelesSalary:
$24.04/hrOrganization OverviewFounded in 2004, Brilliant Corners provides innovative housing and housing-related services to California’s most vulnerable individuals, with an emphasis on those transitioning from, or at risk of, homelessness or institutionalization. We develop, own, and manage multi-family supportive housing and licensed residential care homes. We implement a broad array of scattered-site, one-on-one supportive housing, and clinical case management programs through partnerships with developmental services, homeless services, veterans’ services, and health care sectors.Department SummaryThe Flexible Housing Subsidy Pool (FHSP) is a supportive housing rental subsidy program of the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS). The goal of the FHSP is to secure quality affordable housing for extremely vulnerable Angelenos. Brilliant Corners, the central coordinating community-based partner for FHSP, works to secure a broad range of housing options, including individual apartments, blocks of units, and entire buildings.Position SummaryHousing Coordinators provide direct services to formerly homeless individuals throughout Los Angeles County—this includes support with all aspects of the housing process. The Housing Coordinator will help formerly homeless individuals move into housing and provide housing retention services after move in. The Housing Coordinator will work directly with tenants and collaborate with property providers and service providers to ensure that program participants successfully retain their housing over time.Position ResponsibilitiesAssist program participants, case managers, and property providers in navigating the public housing agencies, if applicable.Coordinate program participants' move-ins into scattered-site units, project-based units, and/or enriched residential facilities.Liaise between program participants and case management services.Work with the Housing Acquisitions team to assist with housing placements and assignments.Ensure program participants' well-being and unit habitability through a regular schedule of unit inspections and wellness checks.Respond to housing and tenant-related emergencies during normal business and after hours.Assess the need for reasonable accommodations/unit modifications and assist program participants through the process of obtaining the appropriate information and documentation, if applicable.Educate community members about the housing needs of identified program participants and the importance of supportive housing.Submit and follow up on tenant maintenance requests.Maintain thorough and accurate progress notes, files, and correspondences while maintaining confidentiality.Update multiple data systems with appropriate participant information.Routinely make home visits and phone calls to program participants while exercising appropriate boundaries.Attend all agency staff meetings and trainings, as well as department meetings and case conferences.Other duties as assigned by the Program Supervisor or Program Manager.Professional ExperienceOne year of work experience in non-profit human services.Experience with homeless, veterans, and/or people with health conditions or impairments is a plus.Knowledge of different housing models or the public housing agency (PHA) system is a plus.Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesExcellent verbal and written communication skills.Strong interpersonal skills.Willingness to travel all over Los Angeles County and make regular in-person visits.Possession of a valid California driver’s license, a clean driving record, and automobile insurance.Access to reliable transportation.Basic computer knowledge, MS Word and Excel required; PowerPoint preferred.Flexibility regarding scheduling and prioritizing tasks.Ability to utilize critical thinking skills in decision-making situations.Core CompetenciesApproachability:
Is easy to approach and talk to; spends the extra effort to put others at ease.Conflict Management:
Steps up to conflicts, seeing them as opportunities; good at focused listening.Strategic Agility:
Sees ahead clearly, can anticipate future consequences and trends accurately.Certificates, Licenses, and RegistrationsA valid, clean CA driver’s license and a personal insured vehicle are required.Travel RequirementsThis position requires frequent visits to properties and attendance at various meetings and events in the greater Los Angeles County.Physical RequirementsCandidates should have physical mobility for tasks such as standing, bending, and walking on uneven surfaces. They should be capable of performing stationary tasks like sitting for up to 6 to 8 hours a day and lifting moderate weights up to 15 pounds safely.Salary range for this position is $24.04- $29.14 hourly. This position is being offered at $24.04 hourly.Brilliant Corners does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.Benefits Include:Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, & Vision)Retirement Plan (With 5% Match)Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary and AD&D)Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)Short Term & Long-Term DisabilityTraining & DevelopmentWellness ResourcesHybrid Work
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