Housing Specialist - ATARP

Aggressive Treatment and Relapse Prevention is a DMH funded supported housing program designed to serve 12 adults and/or families in Worcester who are homeless and have co-occurring mental illness and substance abuse disorders. Based on Housing First principles, the program provides intensive community-based clinical outreach, and access to staff 24/7. The Homeless Initiative Program aids with locating housing, limited financial assistance, and supportive & case management services to 18 adults and/or families in Worcester. The program is funded by the City of Worcester.

The Housing Specialist operates within the Housing First Principles in order to set a foundation for pursuing health and recovery goals with people served. They will also cultivate mutually respectful partnerships, set appropriate limits, and maintain a helping role with people served and family members. 

Other Key Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate respect for all individuals regardless of ability status, culture, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, or ethnicity.
• Create and maintain a housing directory including contact information for all owners, developers, housing authorities, and other community organizations with available housing options.
• In collaboration with the individual served, assist in the development of a strength-based/solution-focused individualized goal and action plan that promotes permanent housing and self-sufficiency; develop an effective, timely referral network in order to ensure ongoing direction and support as needed
• Assist people served to access and/or provide needed transportation.
• Assist with site visits, application, and lease negotiations.
• Provide on-call coverage as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Valid Drivers License and acceptable driving history, required.
• Minimum of one year housing and behavioral health experience required.

At Open Sky Community Services, we open our doors, hearts, and minds to the belief that every individual, regardless of perceived limitations, deserves the chance to live a productive and fulfilling life.

Open Sky is on an anti-racist journey, committed to learning, living, and breathing inclusion, opportunity, diversity, racial equity, and justice for ALL.

At Open Sky, you’ll join over 1,300 compassionate and highly trained professionals who put innovative, evidence-based practices to work in ways that positively impact our communities across Central Massachusetts and beyond.

As a trauma-informed organization, Open Sky strives for transparency and sensitivity to the experiences of those we interact with. Self-care is encouraged, and we are committed to providing a positive work culture that is focused on continuous learning and the value of diverse perspectives.

Open Sky is proud to be an industry leader in pay and benefits. Open the Door to Possibility and begin your career with Open Sky today!

 Benefits of Working for Open Sky Include:

• Excellent Supervision (Individual and Group), Professional Development, and Training Opportunities
• Generous paid time off plan – you start with 29 days (almost 6 weeks!) in your first year, including 12 paid holidays. Increases to 32 days in your 2nd year, and the current maximum is 43 days (OVER 8 WEEKS!)
• We pay for your higher education!  Ask about our Tuition Reimbursement Program, and reimbursement for a variety of Human Services certifications.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Prescription Plan
• 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Life Insurance (100% Employer-Paid)
• Eligible employer for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• And more!

Open Sky celebrates diversity and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with federal and state employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran, or disabled Veteran status.