Olmstead Housing Independent Living Spec

Buffalo, NY. WNY Independent Living, Inc. Olmstead Housing Independent Living Specialist. FT. Benefits. $41,000-$43,000/Year. Closing Date: November 5, 2026 DESCRIPTION: Assist individuals seeking eligibility for housing subsidy to transition from an institutional setting to the community. Work as part of a coordinated Independent Living service team. SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Manage the assignments of OHS consumers for the region to Housing Specialists. 2. Ensure coordination and communication between Housing Specialists. 3. Identify housing opportunities for individuals who are in need of housing in order to leave a nursing home, as well as for those who have unstable housing after leaving a nursing home. 4. Assist eligible Olmstead Housing Subsidy (OHS) participants through all steps necessary for enrollment, including filling out housing applications, obtaining household goods and/or support for moving expenses, arranging unit inspections, etc. 5. Work with applicants and/or their Olmsted Housing Specialist Team Leader, Transition Specialist, Service Coordinator (SC), Nursing Home Discharge Planner, Care Manager (CM), natural supports, or advocate to ensure that a support services plan is in place for program enrollment, and complete independent living services duties as assigned. 6. Conduct follow-up after subsidy is initiated, including but not limited to verifying occupancy of unit and continued eligibility for the program. 7. Work as a collaborative member of the entire Transition Services Department and provide support to team members as appropriate and assigned by Transition Services Coordinator. 8. Work to identify landlords, public housing, and private housing in the region which may be suitable for individuals enrolled in the OHS program in the future. EDUCATION & TRAINING: Associate degree in a related human services field OR Bachelors degree in a related human services field Professional and life experience may be considered in lieu of, in full or part of academic credentials. KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE (if required): Professional experience in housing, community organizing, Independent Living, long term care, and/or disability rights strongly preferred. Associate degree requires two (2) years of work experience related to Human Resources/Services. SKILLS & ABILITIES: Must have reliable transportation and the ability to travel independently throughout Erie, Niagara, Genesee, Orleans, and Wyoming Counties. Possesses excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills. Must have intermediate-level knowledge of computers, including the use of Excel spreadsheets, databases, word processing, and networks. Perform in a professional, conscientious, and efficient manner for the purpose of ensuring a better quality of life for persons with disabilities. SUBMIT RESUME AND COVER LETTER TO: Human Resources Dept. WNY Independent Living, Inc. 3108 Main St. Buffalo, N.Y. 14214 Email: [email protected]