Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking Housing Specialist to join our team at our program in Shreveport, LA.
Earn $20.70/hour + $7,500/yearly mileage stipend
Our Housing Specialist will coordinate Housing services for all individuals served by the F/ACT team. Assist individuals in the procurement of safe and affordable housing and related necessities while developing a relationship with landlords. Ensure the individuals have adequate financial support and teach and promote money management skills and support individuals in the performance of household activities (cleaning, organizing, etc.) Educate and support individual's families and advocate for individual's rights and preferences. Attend housing related meetings in the community and Act as a liaison with stakeholders.
Benefits
Merakey offers medical, dental - vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans and more!
* DailyPay
* Work/Life Balance
* Flexible Schedules
* Cell Phone Discount Plans
* Employee Referral Bonuses
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Care.com Membership
About Merakey
Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.
Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work or Sociology.
* Knowledge and understanding of recovery principles and recovery driven service system.
* Valid LA Driver's License and appropriate state and federal clearances.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled