Director of Housing

Adult Mental Health Recovery Services Dedham, MA ID: 12323-709 Full-Time/Regular Riverside Community Care Love what you do! Director of Housing Adult Community Clinical Services (ACCS) provide clinical interventions and peer and family support to facilitate engagement, support functioning and maximize symptom stabilization and self-management of individuals and to assist individuals in developing skills, establishing natural supports and resources to live successfully in the community. As a member of the ACCS management team, the Director of Housing will provide oversight and mentorship to Housing Coordinators across ACCS contracts. The Director Of Housing Will be responsible for orienting new Housing Coordinators, providing consultation to Housing Coordinators and other ACCS staff and managers, educating them and Persons using ACCS services about tenancy issues, housing rights, and resourcessupport Housing Coordinators in their duties as they assist Persons with applying for and attaining subsidieswork with Persons to secure housing that meets their needs and will guide the Person in learning the skills necessary to maintain community housingprovide some direct support to Persons using ACCS services as neededwill work with Group Living Environment (GLE) House Managers, GLE Directors, ACCS Clinicians, and ACCS management (ACCS Program Directors and Clinical Directors) to help facilitate and nurture a culture of movement in the GLE'sserve as the primary point of contact for developing relationships with landlords, housing authorities, and DMH Area housing staff, to foster communication and provide advocacyguide and mentor Housing Coordinators in developing and maintaining relationships with landlords and housing authorities at the local level as appropriateassist other CLS division programs such as PACT and Clubhouses in any housing related matters Schedule: 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday Pay Rate: $70,719.79/year Why You'll Love Riverside We make a true difference in people’s lives through rewarding work. Most of our jobs come with great benefits – including healthcare, numerous professional development opportunities, and generous time off - all in a respectful and inclusive environment, perhaps why Riverside was named a Boston Globe Top Workplace in 2022 and a best-in-state employer by Forbes. Benefits Include Comprehensive, high-quality health, dental, and vision insurance optionsFlexible Spending Accounts – both medical and dependent careTwelve paid holidaysSeparate accruals for vacation (increases with tenure), personal, and sick timeTax-deferred 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer matchEmployee Assistance Plan / Travel Assistance PlanEmployee bonus for referrals resulting in hiringDiscounts to movie theaters, sporting, and entertainment eventsEmployee YMCA discount: 10% off a YMCA monthly membership and 50% off the joiner’s fee Required Skills Demonstrated knowledge of tenant’s rights, Massachusetts landlord tenant laws, and common real estate practicesFamiliarity with State and Federal subsidy programsDemonstrated ability to work effectively in team environmentStrong computer skills, particularly in the use of ExcelExcellent written and verbal communication skills (in the English language) and present effectively to the publicValid driver’s license and available, dependable transportation and be willing to provide transportation to persons served in personal vehicle, as needed Required Experience Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 years related experienceHousing advocacy experience preferredProperty management experience preferred Riverside Community Care is dedicated to respect, integrity and engagement of all individuals. We are committed to building an inclusive and culturally competent organization and we value the richness of having a diverse applicant pool. As an employer committed to equal opportunity, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic as established by law.