HOUSING SPECIALIST

Company: System One
Location: White Plains
Posted on: October 26, 2024

Job Description:

Housing SpecialistWhite Plains, NY$50k Annual SalaryThis position performs various Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program activities including, but not limited to: processing applications for eligibility and screening, re-certifying a participant's status to ensure continued eligibility, preparing contracts, conducting briefings, and verifying information, all in conformance with U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regulations, HCV policy, and prescribed performance standards. The services provided above assist low-income families and individuals who may include the homeless, elderly or disabled. Assistance will include helping the client to secure affordable housing and improve their living conditions with the goal of an improved quality of life and self-sufficiency.ESSENTIAL DUTIESPerform and complete annual re-certifications, interim recertification, transfers, port out's, port Ins, special program referrals (as assigned), terminations and rent increases for the Housing Choice Voucher Program participants.Conduct all work activities in a manner that supports achievement of SEMAP, contractual standards, and/or other performance measures as required.Schedule re-certifications and appointments with participants; interview participants.Collect recertification information, including income and any other required documentation for the administration of the HCV program.Accurately verify information collected from multiple sources based on HUD prescribed verification procedures and according to the Administrative Plan.Notify participant and owner of the results of interim re-certification.Make recommendations for termination of assistance or HAP contract when appropriate.Computer knowledge and proficiency in all areas of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, etc.) and be able to create and manipulate such documents.QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCEBachelors degree RequiredPrevious experience working within the housing industry, with socially disadvantaged individuals preferred#M1System One, and its subsidiaries including Joul--, ALTA IT Services, CM Access, TPGS, and MOUNTAIN, LTD., are leaders in delivering workforce solutions and integrated services across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible full-time employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Keywords: System One, East Brunswick , HOUSING SPECIALIST, Other , White Plains, New Jersey