HRCSB is seeking a qualified individual to join our Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team as the Housing Specialist. Our ACT team, in a partnership with our Permanent Supportive Housing program, will provide community based wrap around services to individuals with serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders who are in need of stable housing. The specific team role of Housing Specialist, in coordination with the ACT Team Supervisor, is to serve as the ACT Team liaison in supporting clients in achieving outcomes related to finding and maintaining community housing.
If you enjoy being active and working one-on-one with others then this position could be a great fit for you. An ACT specialist models, teaches and coaches individuals in the skills individuals need to live meaningful lives in the community. Skill building interventions may include budgeting, community integration, coaching on activities needed for daily living, monitoring and accessing health and wellness resources, medication compliance, and time management.
As the Housing Specialist, you will work with ACT clients in securing and maintaining independent housing in the community using motivational interviewing and strength-based, person centered support.
We are looking for applicants with knowledge of mental illness and substance use disorders, ability to work effectively individually and on a team, passion for supporting others, along with good time management. Current valid Virginia driver’s license required. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, human services or a related specialty. Must meet the requirements to be eligible to be certified as a Qualified Mental Health Professional-Trainee if not already certified as a QMHP. Two years of experience with SMI/SUD population is preferred. This is a full-time, salaried position with benefits.
Harrisonburg-Rockingham Community Services Board
1241 N. Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22802
Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace