Job Title: Housing Navigator
Location: Vineland, NJ 08360
Pay Rate: $25.05 hr. on w2 without benefits
Duration: 7+ months
Shift Timing (Day/ Evening/ Night): Day

Job Description:

• The Housing Navigator assists and advocates on behalf of NJDCA participants, applicants and referrals to locate, secure, and retain permanent housing. The Navigator plans and coordinates services, identifies appropriate housing options, and interacts with landlords and other organizations on behalf of NJDCA. The Navigator uses a comprehensive knowledge of housing and other supportive services to facilitate linkages before, during, and/or after permanent housing has been established, and works with participants to enhance their skills in utilizing these various resources.
• This position also serves as a general housing resource for households served in other NJDCA programs.

• Identifies and places participants and applicants into appropriate housing with the goal of housing in fewer than 90 days of acceptance into the program
• Develops and maintains accurate and current housing portfolio. Provides participants with listings of potential housing options in alignment with their needs and geographic preferences
• Helps participants to mitigate issues with credit reports, utility arrears, criminal records, unfavorable landlord references, and other issues which may impact housing eligibility
• Assists participants in their housing search, including applying for apartments, negotiating with potential landlords, making referrals to clearinghouses or other housing location services, and accompanying participants to apartment viewings as needed
• Assists participants with housing applications including preparing/obtaining any needed documentation and tracking application status
• Advocates on behalf of participants to expedite their access to housing
• Arranges for timely inspections and landlord corrective actions
• Determines rent reasonableness for inspected units prior to rental assistance and lease approval
• Explains and reviews the lease agreement with the incoming participant.
• Works with case managers to address any emerging issues related to housing and community adjustment
• Conducts outreach and expands access to housing by cultivating relationships with property owners and management companies and connecting with landlords via neighborhood outreach, Internet search, and networking events. Develops expertise in available affordable housing sites and housing subsidies
• Assists clients with moving(help locating affordable moving companies, locating storage units, acquiring furniture and other move-in essentials, etc.)
• Conducts regular in-person post-placement visits, mitigates risks, and helps improve the likelihood of housing retention
• Attends collaborative meetings and networks with other agencies and coalitions
• Actively participates in staff meetings and trainings
• Maintains and reports complete and accurate documentation of service objectives and outcomes as well as other services in accordance with federal, state, county and NJDCA guidelines

• Minimum of one year of experience in real estate, property management, or housing assistance programs.
• STRONG verbal and written experience communication skills, proficient in Microsoft office.
• A minimum of two years' related professional experience.
• Prior experience working with low-income individuals and families including, but not limited to individuals experiencing homelessness and/or with mobility limitations, with veteran status, and with older adults.
• Working knowledge of current housing practices for people experiencing homelessness.
• Extensive knowledge of local affordable housing resources and subsidies (i.e. Section 8, , VASH, etc.)
• Comprehensive knowledge of state, county, city, and community resources including housing options, locations, and availability, as well as health, mental health, government benefits, employment, and transportation resources, among others.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to cope/resolve conflicts and crisis situations.
• Proficient in use of computers, including Microsoft Office software and familiarity with database platforms to efficiently track service delivery.
• Proven ability to develop relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders.

• Requires an Associate's degree in a related field or 2 years on job work experiences.

• Valid drivers' license and clean driving record. Personal vehicle for business use.

About our Company: -

22nd Century Technologies, Inc., is one of the fastest growing IT Service Integrator and Workforce Solution companies in the United States. Founded in 1997, 22nd Century Technologies is a Certified National Minority Business Enterprise with 6,000+ people including 600+ Cyber SMEs nationwide supporting our customers in all 50 states, Canada, and Mexico. With HQs in Somerset, NJ and Mclean, VA, 22nd Century has 14 offices throughout the United States. As part of our unrelenting focus on quality and compliance, 22nd Century Technologies’ delivery is based on Certified Matured Processes including CMMI L3 Dev & SVC, ISO 20000, ISO 27001, and ISO 9001 quality processes. With a strong focus on the public sector, 22nd Century currently holds government contracts with 14 out of 15 Federal Executive agencies including DoD, 37 other Federal agencies, 50 States, 115+ Local agencies, and 37 School Districts. In the last three years, we have expanded our services to Fortune 500 and other commercial clients and currently support 80+ commercial clients.

Recognized among “Best Company to Work For” by Forbes, 22nd Century Technologies, Inc., consistently exceeds our clients’ expectations by focusing on their absolute satisfaction with jobs while keeping our employees motivated.
“22nd Century Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer" and “US Citizens & all other parties authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply."

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.