Turning Point Community Programs is seeking a Housing Specialist for our Core Elk Grove program in Elk Grove. Turning Point Community Programs (TPCP) provides integrated, cost-effective mental health services, employment and housing for adults, children and their families that promote recovery, independence and self-sufficiency. We are committed to innovative and high quality services that assist adults and children with psychiatric, emotional and/or developmental disabilities in achieving their goals. Turning Point Community Programs (TPCP) has offered a path to mental health and recovery since 1976. We help people in our community every single day – creating a better space for all types of people in need. Join our mission of offering hope, respect and support to our clients on their journey to mental health and wellness.

GENERAL PURPOSE

Responsible for assisting members in meeting their expressed goals toward housing and maintaining wellness while living in the community. Additional support in areas of transportation, counseling and advocacy will be provided as needed.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is an at-will direct service position within a program. The position is responsible for the attainment of housing resources for clients and provides direct assistance when needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES – (ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY)

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that could be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

• Works with clients to obtain and keep housing of their choice.
• Develops and maintains a listing of housing options for clients.
• Safely transports members and other passengers to and from appointments and activities using own personal vehicle.
• Attends in-services and training on housing in the community.
• Acts as liaison with board and care operators, room and board operators, county, and staff.
• Keeps all other involved staff and agencies informed of client’s progress.
• Provides support in transporting clients to appointments related to housing.
• Provides documentation in the charts that is consistent with the service plan.
• Provides prompt intervention in the event of a crisis both to stop the crisis and to notify, when indicated, persons and agencies necessary for the resolution of the crisis situation; provides “on-the-spot” counseling that is both helpful to the members and consistent with the philosophy of the program.
• Insures the safety, health, and well being of members.
• Completes paperwork as assigned in a timely manner.
• Is personally responsible and held accountable for work hours and time management as coordinated with the Program Director.
• Provides support to other staff members as needed.
• Attends agency staff meetings unless approval for non-attendance is secured by the Program Director
• Assisting with APR reports and the HUD data base system in e-snap

Knowledge Of:

• Turning Point’s Mission, Vision and Core Values.
• Principles and goals of community mental health.
• Principles and goals of the “consumer/family driven model.”
• Psychosocial rehabilitation’s treatment and programming.

Ability To:

• Work and communicate effectively with staff, families, community agencies, and professionals.
• Perform crisis intervention strategies.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Work effectively under stress and conflict.
• Exercise appropriate judgment and decision making.
• Be flexible and adaptable in any given situation.
• Work as a member of a team.
• Be well organized, flexible, and self-disciplined.
• Get to multiple locations typically via car.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm or 11:00 am - 7:30 pm

Compensation: $ 20.00 - 21.65 per hour with a $1000 sign on bonus