Intake & Eligibility Specialist

　　520 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA

　　Req #2276

　　Wednesday, January 17, 2024

　　ABOUT US: - We believe that everyone deserves a home!

　　Breaking Ground operates nearly 4,000 units of housing across New York City, along with housing in upstate New York and Connecticut. Supportive housing - affordable housing paired with services designed to help people maintain their homes for the long-term - is widely recognized as a proven and cost-effective solution to chronic homelessness.

　　But we didn't stop at providing housing. Breaking Ground's programs and services help people experiencing street homelessness - especially those who have been on the streets the longest - to come indoors. Through our Street to Home outreach program and transitional housing resources, we help people get, and stay, on the path to a permanent home.

　　Asset Management

　　Breaking Ground operates nearly 4,000 units of housing across New York City, along with housing in upstate New York and Connecticut. Supportive housing - affordable housing paired with wraparound services designed to help people maintain their homes for the long-term - is widely recognized as a proven and cost-effective solution to chronic homelessness.

　　Intake and Eligibility Specialist

　　Reporting to the Leasing Manager, the Intake and Eligibility Specialist screens leasing applicants for a portfolio of Breaking Ground's supportive housing and affordable housing that is managed by Breaking Ground. The Intake and Eligibility Specialist works directly with affordable and special needs applicants assisting them with the housing application process.

　　ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

　　Determine initial eligibility of applicants by reviewing initial verifications of applicants’ housing, income, and assets

　　Create and send initial eligible and ineligible letters to applicants

　　Prepare, send, and track interview invite letters for eligible applicants

　　Schedule and conduct applicant interviews

　　Facilitate collection and submission of required applicant documents

　　Contact applicants to update documents as needed

　　Perform credit and criminal background checks

　　Confirm applicant’s eligibility and conduct lease signings

　　Conduct unit showings

　　Perform other duties as assigned

　　MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

　　High school diploma or equivalent required

　　2 years of comparable work experience in supportive housing, property management, social services, or a closely related field preferred

　　Working knowledge of Low-Income Housing Tax Credits and Section 8 preferred. Required: Must obtain LIHTC certification within the first year of employment. Breaking Ground will pay certification fees

　　Detail oriented and organized

　　Strong writing and analytical skills

　　Ability to interact effectively with applicants

　　Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite programs including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Teams

　　As part of our continued efforts to maintain a safe workplace for employees and clients, and in compliance with the City of New York COVID-19 Safety Requirement Mandate, Breaking Ground strongly recommends all employees, interns, volunteers, and subcontractors to receive an FDA authorized and/or approved COVID-19 vaccination and provide a one-time verification of immunization as a condition of employment.

　　EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled

　　Other details

　　Pay Type Hourly

　　Min Hiring Rate $25.27

　　Max Hiring Rate $28.02

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　　520 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA