WHO IS CHI?

Community Housing Innovations (CHI) is a not-for-profit housing and human services organization that aims to support social and economic independence. Our vision is to end generational poverty and foster upward mobility by ensuring that all families and individuals live in quality housing, have a home of their own, and a job to support them. We believe quality, affordable housing is the foundation for prosperity, personal fulfillment, and success.

WHY CHI?

CHI employs a team of hard-working, compassionate people who want to give back to others in their community. We are proud to offer:

• Paid time off
• 2 personal days awarded annually
• Health insurance and health reimbursement account
• Dental and vision plans
• Flexible spending account
• AFLAC supplemental insurance
• Voluntary plans
• Dependent Care Spending Account
• Working Advantage- Employee Perks
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Monthly trainings and career development plans

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

Community Housing Innovations, Inc. (CHI) respects diversity and is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, partnership status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Community Housing Innovations is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

This commitment applies to recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, compensation, training, assignments, benefits, employee activities, termination, access to facilities, and programs, and all other terms and conditions of employment as well as general treatment during employment.

Email: careers@communityhousing.org

WHAT WILL I BE DOING?

CHI is looking for a Part-time Rental Supplement Program Counselor for our Nassau location. This position will include travel and field related work. Great opportunity at a growing non-profit agency for the right candidate. Help us grow our Housing Retention Services in Nassau County. This is accomplished by performing the following functions:

• Respond to referrals via HMIS and collaborate with referring agencies to collect and upload client eligibility information.
• Prepare initial, annual, and interim income certifications as outlined by Suffolk County’s HUD CoC funded programs.
• Work with new clients, including initial discussions, completion of all intake forms and review of financial documents.  Execute basic math skills.
• Contact all participating households at least once every three months regarding moves, changes in household composition or monthly income, budgeting issue and supportive services.
• Responsible for all required reporting and compliance – cases must be managed in accordance with New York State requirements; including database and file management.
• Experience working with clients experiencing homelessness/residing in shelter.
• Knowledge of the local housing market and available resources.
• Conduct annual unit inspections to ensure housing quality standards are met for potential participants.
• Contact landlords to mediate Housing Quality Standard issue, lease renewal and potential client repayment plans.
• Connect clients with needed and available community resources. Follow-up with clients and agencies as appropriate to document use/success of the referral.
• Maintain up-to -date records in AWARDS and HMIS. Document all interactions in a clear and concise manner.
• Establish good working relationships with referring agencies.
• Represent the company with community outreach and events.
• Remain up to date with industry standards and increase professional and technical skills through continuing education annually

WHAT DO I NEED?

• Education:  Bachelors’ Degree in a related field preferred. Extensive experience may be substituted for educational requirement.
• Experience:  Basic knowledge and understating of Federal, State and local homeless and housing programs and rental subsidies.
• Communication:  Excellent verbal and written communication skills.  Proficiency in English required. Bi-lingual (Spanish} is a plus.
• Computer Skills:  Basic competency in MS Windows, MS Office, and on the Internet. Math Skills: Must be excellent.
• Physical Performance:  Walking upstairs, driving, and set up conference rooms.
• Reasoning Ability:  Ability to prioritize, make appropriate decisions and judgment calls.
• Other Skills:  Ability to work independently or as part of a team, be highly organized, assume responsibility, work well under pressure, meet deadlines, multitask, be flexible, and maintain a high level of attention to details. Must be even­ tempered, have good negotiation skills, and the ability to meet unexpected deadlines.
• Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance.

WHO IS CHI?

Community Housing Innovations (CHI) is a not-for-profit housing and human services organization that aims to support social and economic independence. Our vision is to end generational poverty and foster upward mobility by ensuring that all families and individuals live in quality housing, have a home of their own, and a job to support them. We believe quality, affordable housing is the foundation for prosperity, personal fulfillment, and success.

WHY CHI?

CHI employs a team of hard-working, compassionate people who want to give back to others in their community. We are proud to offer:

• Paid time off
• 2 personal days awarded annually
• Health insurance and health reimbursement account
• Dental and vision plans
• Flexible spending account
• AFLAC supplemental insurance
• Voluntary plans
• Dependent Care Spending Account
• Working Advantage- Employee Perks
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Monthly trainings and career development plans

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

Community Housing Innovations, Inc. (CHI) respects diversity and is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, partnership status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Community Housing Innovations is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

This commitment applies to recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, compensation, training, assignments, benefits, employee activities, termination, access to facilities, and programs, and all other terms and conditions of employment as well as general treatment during employment.

Email: careers@communityhousing.org

WHAT WILL I BE DOING?

CHI is looking for a Part-time Rental Supplement Program Counselor for our Nassau location. This position will include travel and field related work. Great opportunity at a growing non-profit agency for the right candidate. Help us grow our Housing Retention Services in Nassau County. This is accomplished by performing the following functions:

• Respond to referrals via HMIS and collaborate with referring agencies to collect and upload client eligibility information.
• Prepare initial, annual, and interim income certifications as outlined by Suffolk County’s HUD CoC funded programs.
• Work with new clients, including initial discussions, completion of all intake forms and review of financial documents.  Execute basic math skills.
• Contact all participating households at least once every three months regarding moves, changes in household composition or monthly income, budgeting issue and supportive services.
• Responsible for all required reporting and compliance – cases must be managed in accordance with New York State requirements; including database and file management.
• Experience working with clients experiencing homelessness/residing in shelter.
• Knowledge of the local housing market and available resources.
• Conduct annual unit inspections to ensure housing quality standards are met for potential participants.
• Contact landlords to mediate Housing Quality Standard issue, lease renewal and potential client repayment plans.
• Connect clients with needed and available community resources. Follow-up with clients and agencies as appropriate to document use/success of the referral.
• Maintain up-to -date records in AWARDS and HMIS. Document all interactions in a clear and concise manner.
• Establish good working relationships with referring agencies.
• Represent the company with community outreach and events.
• Remain up to date with industry standards and increase professional and technical skills through continuing education annually

WHAT DO I NEED?

• Education:  Bachelors’ Degree in a related field preferred. Extensive experience may be substituted for educational requirement.
• Experience:  Basic knowledge and understating of Federal, State and local homeless and housing programs and rental subsidies.
• Communication:  Excellent verbal and written communication skills.  Proficiency in English required. Bi-lingual (Spanish} is a plus.
• Computer Skills:  Basic competency in MS Windows, MS Office, and on the Internet. Math Skills: Must be excellent.
• Physical Performance:  Walking upstairs, driving, and set up conference rooms.
• Reasoning Ability:  Ability to prioritize, make appropriate decisions and judgment calls.
• Other Skills:  Ability to work independently or as part of a team, be highly organized, assume responsibility, work well under pressure, meet deadlines, multitask, be flexible, and maintain a high level of attention to details. Must be even­ tempered, have good negotiation skills, and the ability to meet unexpected deadlines.
• Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance.

HR Training Intern/Learning and Development

• The HR Training Intern will support Community Housing Innovations (CHI) projects within our department through data gathering and analysis and/or providing administrative support.
• Support and organize training functions, learning sessions, and meetings while developing skills and knowledge in the field.
• Work with the Training Director and Training Specialist to contribute ideas, offer insights, and collaborate on tasks or projects.
• Complete tasks and meet deadlines based on responsibilities.
• Possess efficient problem-solving skills along with strong organizational abilities.
• Has the ability to prepare reports, presentations, or documentation based on their assigned projects or tasks.
• Networking: Engage with professionals within the company, attending networking events, and building connections for future career opportunities.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills are essential.

Nice to have.

• Strong interest in human resources, learning and development, talent management, or related fields.
• Computer software knowledge Microsoft Tools (Teams, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Power BI, SharePoint, etc.).
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (ability to use basic formulas & functions, cell referencing, data sorting & filtering, charts & graphs, Pivot Tables, conditional formatting, importing & exporting data, etc.)
• Knowledge of Learning Management Systems a plus
• Knowledge in video editing a plus

WHO IS CHI?

Community Housing Innovations (CHI) is a not-for-profit housing and human services organization that aims to support social and economic independence. Our vision is to end generational poverty and foster upward mobility by ensuring that all families and individuals live in quality housing, have a home of their own, and a job to support them. We believe quality, affordable housing is the foundation for prosperity, personal fulfillment, and success.

WHAT WILL I BE DOING?

CHI is looking for per diem Resident Support Specialists (RSS) for one of our Newburgh locations.

The Resident Support Specialist ensures the safety and security of all clients, visitors, staff and property.  This is accomplished by performing the following functions:

• Maintains visibility to residents by wearing Safety Monitor vest and ID badge, and inspects site through regular tours of the property.  Reviews video cameras and monitors area consistently.
• Enforces CHI, site and DSS policies, regulations and rules with residents.
• Provides limited crisis intervention to residents when necessary until CHI professional staff Case Managers, Program Managers or Director of Emergency Housing is able to be contacted and/or intervene.  Contacts supervisor and/or the proper authorities as needed.
• Maintains appropriate documentation accurately throughout shift, i.e. turn-over, census, logs, incident reports, case notes, etc.
• Conducts unit inspections in accordance with OTDA/DSS standards by physically entering each unit to insure proper attendance is recorded.
• Accepts resident referrals and reviews rules and regulations with new arrivals including but not limited to the rule of 2 bags per person upon intake.  Perform bag searches upon intake, and as required by bag search requirement protocol.
• Submits all internal and external reports in a timely and correct manner as required by funding agencies and/or CHI (logs, notes, incident reports).  Maintains logs, office and site in an orderly fashion.
• Support afterschool/evening activities as needed.  Provide oversight of outdoor and recreational events.
• Informs Building Superintendent of work site’s physical condition (i.e. dangerous conditions, possible repair needs, supply needs, etc.).
• Preps vacant units for new placements.
• Maintains proper usage of cleaning supplies and inventory
• Facilitates and documents evacuation procedures,( i.e. fire drills) as directed by Program Manager
• At the direction of CHI staff (Program Manager or Director of Emergency Housing), acts as a liaison between the agency and the community at large.
• Other duties may be assigned by management as needed to ensure the successful operation of the program.

WHAT DO I NEED?

• Education:  High School Diploma or GED preferred. 1-2 years of experience in a related field may be substituted for high School diploma or GED equivalent.

  Experience:  1-2 years of experience working in related field preferred; if candidate has High School Diploma, GED or higher no work experience is required.

• Communication:  Excellent verbal and written communication skills.  Proficiency in English required. Bi-lingual (Spanish) is a plus.
• Reasoning Ability:  Ability to prioritize, make appropriate decisions and judgment calls, and perform proper notifications.

ANYTHING ELSE?

• Salary: $18.00
• Open shifts:
  • Per Diem overnight shifts preferred

Volunteers play a pivotal role to our vision.

CHI offers volunteers the opportunity to give back to their communities while assisting with providing services to our clients.  Join us to help break the cycle of poverty.

As a volunteer of our organization, I agree to abide by the policies and procedures. I understand that I will be volunteering at my own risk and that the organization, its employees and affiliates, cannot assume any responsibility for any liability for any accident, injury, or health problem which may arise from any volunteer work I perform for the organization. I agree that all the work I do is on a volunteer basis, and I am not eligible to receive any monetary payment or reward.

As a volunteer of our organization, I agree to abide by the policies and procedures. I understand that I will be volunteering at my own risk and that the organization, its employees and affiliates, cannot assume any responsibility for any liability for any accident, injury, or health problem which may arise from any volunteer work I perform for the organization. I agree that all the work I do is on a volunteer basis, and I am not eligible to receive any monetary payment or reward.