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Housing Specialist - CCS Ancillary |
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Significant knowledge of housing resources in Milwaukee County and direct experience serving people and advocating for housing needs. Knowledge and skills to work with a mental health and substance use recovery population; organization skills; experience in working with individuals in recovery who have mental health and/or substance use needs; ability to quickly develop rapport with people, excellent assessment and interviewing skills; good understanding of mental health needs; strong understanding of the substance use population; ability to work through difficult situations; flexible and able to multitask throughout the work day; effective use of time and resources to help maintain quality CCS services. Minimal Qualifications:
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Work Relationship and Scope: Reports directly to the Housing Services Supervisor in the Specialized Services Division. Acts as a liaison with CCS team members, landlords, housing providers, Milwaukee County Housing Division, family members, etc. as needed. Personal Attributes: Follow agency Code of Conduct and Leadership Code of Conduct; adhere to established policies and procedures of the agency and of all funding sources; conduct self in an ethical manner; maintain professional and positive relationships with program staff, other WCS staff, consumers, and all external persons and agencies involved with service provision; sensitivity toward cultural, ethnic and disability issues; demonstrate commitment to agency values and mission. Working Conditions: Work is performed primarily in the community, including people's homes and various community-based locations. Ability to work in an office setting. Hours average 40 hours per week. Physical Demands: Position is mobile with significant time spent in the community, including transporting consumers, home visits and attending meetings; driving throughout Milwaukee County; must be able to go up and down stairs.
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