The Housing Search Worker provides a variety of services and referrals to families residing in Friendly House’s transitional/permanent scattered sites programs. He/She/They will act as a resource to participant families and help prepare them for independent living. 

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a trusting relationship with clients and their family members.
• Work with appropriate team members to coordinate services and referrals for homeless families. 
• Search for new units, assist with move in/out inspections, make copies of keys, liaison between landlord and tenants. 
• Handle all communication with landlords.
• Assist in rent calculations as needed. Collect rent money orders & make copies for record keeping.
• Make calls to participants regarding rent/unit issues.
• Act as a positive role model in nurturance and developmental skills; shows respect and provides support to participants at all times.
• Participate in the development of individual service plans; makes referrals to needed community resources, and records necessary information and notes in participant files.
• Assist families in obtaining necessary furniture and supplies for their home.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Stay relevant within the field of work by attending seminars or formalized courses of instruction, as well as maintaining current knowledge of community resources.

• Bachelor’s Degree or significant experience with community resources, knowledge and experience in identifying client’s needs and success with appropriate involvement from outside agencies.
• Bi-lingual in English and Spanish, highly preferred.
• Ability to work in a team and independently.