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Housing First Coordinator
Eliot
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in human services or related field, High school diploma/GED with 1 year experience, Commitment to Housing First philosophy, Skills in establishing supportive relationships
About the role
Responsibilities
- Provide practical help, mentoring, advocacy, and direct assistance to help clients obtain skills for independent living
- Promote health and wellness by assisting clients with accessing medical care, nutrition, and exercise services
- Work within a multidisciplinary team to guide residents through legal concerns
- Intervene in crisis situations using trauma-informed verbal de-escalation techniques
- Educate and support clients regarding harm reduction principles and safe injection supply kits
- Engage in client-centered, harm-reduction, and Housing First frameworks
- Develop and implement safety response plans as needed
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in human services or related field, OR
- High school diploma/GED with at least one year of paid or volunteer experience working with adults with mental illness and/or substance abuse
- For candidates with lived experience with substance use disorder, 2 years of sustained sobriety is required
- Strong commitment to substance use recovery and Housing First philosophy
- Ability to establish supportive relationships with persons with mental illnesses or substance use disorders
Preferred Qualifications
- Working knowledge of area resources and providers
- Experience in housing navigation and tenancy preservation
- Lived experience is strongly encouraged
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off including vacation, sick time, and holidays
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
- 401(k) with employer match
- Discounted fitness services and access to childcare resources
- 100% company-paid life and accidental death insurance
- Professional growth opportunities including tuition reimbursement and leadership development
About the Company
Eliot is a mission-driven organization committed to resilience, empowerment, and lasting change through compassionate, inclusive services.
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