Mainstream housing Program Coordinator (Internal Posting) - Boston Housing Authority : Job Details

Mainstream Housing Program Coordinator (Internal Posting)

Unit: Teamster

Department: Leased Housing

Grade: 9

Salary Range: Starting Salary: $67,989.14

Posting Date: Tuesday, November 12, 2024

Application Deadline: Tuesday, November 26, 2024

Application Procedure:

Please submit a cover letter and resume detailing your qualifications. No phone calls or letters. Submit your resume, cover letter, and any additional materials to [email protected]. Deadline: Tuesday November 26, 2024. Please be sure to identify the position you are applying for.

ABOUT US:Boston Housing Authority (BHA) fosters sustainable communities by providing quality affordable housing, bringing stability, opportunity, and peace of mind to thousands of low and moderate-income families across Greater Boston. As the largest provider of affordable housing in Boston, BHA understands housing as a crucial platform for individual, household, and community stability. Through its Public Housing communities and Section 8 rental assistance programs, BHA provides housing assistance to more than 58,000 low and moderate-income households, including families with children, older adults, and individuals with disabilities. BHA is committed to breaking down barriers to racial equity and justice in housing and related fields that disproportionately impact Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) communities.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION:As an Equal Opportunity Employer, qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, and military and veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. To the greatest extent possible, it is the policy of BHA to give preference in employment to BHA residents, leased housing residents, and low-income persons.

ABOUT THE JOB:The Mainstream Housing Program Coordinator reports to the Operations Coordinator for the Leased Housing Division. The Coordinator will provide individual counseling and housing search services for non-elderly disabled individuals who qualify for Section 8 assistance. Responsibilities include preparing program materials and working with partner agencies to implement this program.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Minimum Qualifications & Experience:

Bachelor's Degree in social sciences or public administration is required. A graduate degree in Social Work, Human Services, Law, or a related field is preferred. Must possess excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, and demonstrate competence working with low-income, culturally diverse individuals. Experience with computer software programs is required. Knowledge of the real estate and social service delivery systems for individuals with disabilities in the Boston area is desired.

BHA BENEFITS:BHA's generous benefits package includes 14 paid holidays, 3 personal days, 2 weeks of vacation, 3 weeks of paid sick leave, MBTA discount, participation in the City's pension plan, and healthcare through the Commonwealth.

An Equal Opportunity EmployerBilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to: [email protected] be sure to identify the full name of the position you are applying for. Thank you.