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18 people are interested
Become a Fair Housing Tester
ORGANIZATION: Housing Equality Center of Pennsylvania
Please visit the new page to apply.
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18 people are interested
Become a Fair Housing Tester
The Housing Equality Center of Pennsylvania (HECP) is in need of Fair Housing Testers to assist in uncovering housing discrimination in the Eastern PA region. HECP is a private non-profit organization that investigates complaints of housing discrimination in the City of Philadelphia and Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Lehigh, Northampton and Montgomery Counties.
Trained testers pose as home seekers and visit housing providers to collect information to assist with regional monitoring and investigations. Testers document their experiences objectively.
Requirements for each tester include:
Attention to details and excellent writing skills
Private email and/or FAX to set up scenarios and submit tests
Qualified applicants will have access to a reliable form of transportation
Accepted applicants must attend a 3-4 hour training
Completion of a paid practice test
Permission to conduct a PA state criminal background check
Testers are paid a small stipend for their efforts and are reimbursed for mileage, tolls and postage.
For more information about this opportunity please visit our our website at www.equalhousing.org
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About Housing Equality Center of Pennsylvania
Location:
550 Pinetown Road, Suite 460, Fort Washington, PA 19034, US
Mission Statement
The Housing Equality Center of Pennsylvania is a private non-profit group working actively since 1956 toward freedom of residence. The Council conducts testing for compliance with fair housing laws in the City of Philadelphia and Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, Lehigh, and Northampton counties.
Description
The Housing Equality Center of Pennsylvania (HECP) is in need of Fair Housing Testers to assist in uncovering housing discrimination in the Eastern PA region.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
P.O. Box 558Fort Washington, PA 19034
DATE POSTED
September 7, 2020
SKILLS
- English
- Basic Computer Skills
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Varies
- Must attend a 3 to 4 hour training. Must have reliable transportation. Criminal background check