Olmstead Housing Specialist

Buffalo, NY. WNY Independent Living. Olmstead Housing Specialist.
FT. Benefits. $39,000- $40,402/Year.

Closing Date: September 26, 2024

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION:
Assist individuals seeking eligibility for housing subsidy to transition from institutional
setting to the community. Work as part of a coordinated Independent Living service team.

SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Identify housing opportunities for individuals who are in need of housing in order to
leave a nursing home, as well as for those who have unstable housing after leaving a
nursing home.
2. Assist eligible Olmstead Housing Subsidy (OHS) participants through all steps
necessary for enrollment, including filling out housing applications, obtaining household
goods and/or support for moving expenses, arranging unit inspections, etc.
3. Work with applicants and/or the individuals Transition Specialist, Service Coordinator
(SC), Nursing Home Discharge Planner, Care Manager (CM), natural supports, or
advocate in order to ensure that a support services plan is in place for program
enrollment.
4. Conduct follow-up after subsidy is initiated, including but not limited to, verifying
occupancy of unit and continued eligibility for program.
5. Work to identify landlords, public housing and private housing in the region which may
be suitable for individuals enrolled in the OHS program in the future.
6. Maintain a list of available housing in the region, including degree of accessibility,
location, proximity to services and rental costs.

EDUCATION & TRAINING:
Associate degree in a related human services field
OR
Bachelors degree in a related human services field
Professional and life experience may be considered in lieu of, in full or part of academic
credentials.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE (if required):
Two (2) years of work experience in a related human services field is required.
Professional experience in housing, community organizing, Independent Living, long-term
care and/or disability rights strongly preferred.
Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.

SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Must have reliable transportation in order to travel independently throughout Erie,
Niagara, Genesee, Orleans and Wyoming Counties.
Must have intermediate level of knowledge of computers including the use of Excel
spreadsheets, databases, word processing and networks.
Perform in a professional, conscientious, and efficient manner for the purpose of ensuring
a better quality of life for persons with disabilities.

How to Apply:
Send Cover Letter and Resume to:

Mail:
Human Resources Dept.
WNY Independent Living, Inc.
3108 Main St.
Buffalo, N.Y. 14214

Email: employment@wnyil.org