Housing Services Supervisor - Adult Mental Health

AGENCY OVERVIEW : Since 1982 Wellspring has championed mental health recovery in Louisville. Serving some of the most vulnerable people in our community, Wellspring is a pillar of hope.

We support adults in building healthy & hopeful lives through behavioral health, housing, & employment services. We believe recovery is possible for all people with psychiatric disabilities.

Wellspring’s recovery-oriented programming incorporates person-centered care & utilizes a multi-disciplinary approach. We provide high quality housing assuring opportunities for community integration that enhances our neighborhoods.

Wellspring’s success depends on qualified & dedicated staff; those committed to providing excellent service to our clients, each other, & the community.

We value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion and encourage all people to join us. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS : Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, or related field required.

Master’s degree preferred. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS : Minimum of 5 years working in non-profit services is required. Supervisory experience and experience with Housing of Urban Development and Supportive Housing Programs and / or housing / homeless services preferred.

SPECIAL SKILLS / OTHER REQUIREMENTS : Extensive knowledge of : HUD Supportive Housing Programs (SHP) Continuum of Care process Homelessness and Housing First model Fair Housing, ADA, and Landlord-Tenant laws Supervisory Skills Grant Management Skills budgeting and oversight of operations and services budget Ability to hire, supervise, and train a team of case managers.

Ability to coach case managers in principles of Housing First, utilization and coordination of critical resources, delivery of effective case management services, and understanding serious mental illness and trauma including the trauma resulting from homelessness.

Basic Skills and Expectations Ability to work both independently and as a team member Reliable transportation Willingness to make home visits Proficient oral and written communication skills RESPONSIBILITIES : Oversees housing referral process and compliance.

Works closely with the Continuum of Care (COC) Common Assessment Team (CAT) to receive and screen referrals. Coordinates with other Wellspring services, as necessary.

Works with LMHA to determine client eligibility for vouchers & trouble shoot any issues. Understand Olmstead voucher criteria, procedures, & process.

Familiar with Move to Work Plan where Wellspring programs / properties are identified. Collaborates and communicates with New Directions regarding any Wellspring properties that have vacancies.

In collaboration with Wellspring Housing Director, verifies funding & subsidizing source requirements are met regarding documentation & record keeping, HQS inspections, Fair Housing Law, ADA, KY Landlord-Tenant laws, & HIPAA.

Communicates with Case Managers and Landlords about issues affecting participants’ housing. Completes reports required by funding sources.

Provides housing counseling, as needed. With Case Managers, refers high need clients to Wellspring programs. Utilizes Common Core State Standards.

Advocates for clients including working with Housing Director & Accounting to save tenancy for clients. Serves as a Wellspring representative to the COC.

Supervises and provides training to HUD SHP Case Managers. Works collaboratively with Wellspring colleagues. SALARY : $50,000 - $56,000 BENEFITS : Wellspring offers great benefits for full time employees and their families! These benefits include : Medical, dental and vision insurance Life insurance Short- and Long-term Disability Option for a 401(K) Retirement plan with employer match Generous paid holidays and vacation Other benefits include Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and more Powered by JazzHR