You are a caring, hard-working individual who thrives in a team environment and is committed to excellence. You have experience in an office setting and are comfortable interacting with patients, as well as managing administrative responsibilities.

The Dimock Center is a federally qualified community health center that heals and uplifts individuals, families and communities. Our vision is to redefine the model of a healthy community by creating equitable access to comprehensive health care and education. We promote a culture of respect, excellence, equal opportunity, and commitment to our employees and the communities we serve.

The Housing Specialist assists families living in the Mary Eliza Mahoney Shelter to search for, identify and secure permanent housing. The work includes, but is not limited to, identifying and addressing barriers which may prevent families from obtaining permanent housing, screening families for eligibility for various housing programs and assisting families to apply for same, developing an individualized re-housing plan for each family/individual, working effectively with landlords, property managers, housing authorities, human service and community agencies to obtain and sustain permanent housing. The Housing Specialist must be willing to accompany families into the community to search for housing and apply and interview for same. The Housing Specialist works closely with the Stabilization Specialist to secure and maintain permanent housing for families.

Schedule: This role will work Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm.

Compensation:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:
Required –
B.A. or B.S. degree preferred. 3 years of experience in human services/housing/homelessness field may substitute for B.A/B.S. degree, in which case a high school diploma is required.
Experience:
Required –
B.A. or B.S. degree and one year of experience in human services/housing/homelessness field. High school diploma with at least 3 years experience in human services/housing/homelessness field.

Knowledge/Skills:
Required-

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of homeless and housing issues, including housing subsidies.
• Must be able to develop professional relationships with landlords, property managers, and other community personnel to secure permanent housing options.
• Must be able to work sensitively and effectively with people of diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Bi-lingual in Spanish and English.
• Must have valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Must be willing to drive in Boston and surrounding communities.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule at times, including some evening hours.
• Knowledge of community resources.
• Ability to work both independently and as a team member.
• Ability to establish and maintain strong collegial relations with co-workers and service providers.
• Good computer literacy.
• Demonstrates a customer focus.
• Demonstrates team spirit in carrying out responsibilities.
• Possesses a work ethic that supports agency policies and goals.

D. License/Registration/Certification: CPR and First Aid Certification within 90 days of hire

E. Other: CORI check, valid driver’s license and able to drive minivan (up to 8 passengers) on city streets and highway

Salary: The target range is $18-$27/hr

EEO Statement

At The Dimock Center, we are deeply committed to fostering an environment of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. We value the diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of both our staff and the communities we serve. We believe that a team rich in diversity is essential to our mission of providing high-quality, accessible health and human services to all. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply and are dedicated to creating a welcoming, supportive workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute to our collective impact.