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9 people are interested
Housing Intern - Malden
ORGANIZATION: Action for Boston Community Development
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9 people are interested
General Description:
ABCD’s Housing and Homelessness Prevention Department works with clients to give them the assistance and skills they need to maintain their households or find new housing that is safe and affordable. The Housing Intern will assist the Housing Resource Coordinator to provide direct support to participants in search of permanent housing.
Duties/Responsibilities:
* Provide application assistance for non-subsidized and subsidized housing including: state, federal, project-based section 8, income-restricted (LIHTC, HOME programs) and market rate housing options
* Participates in the development and facilitation of housing workshops with the goal of educating and informing participants about their housing options, fair housing, tenant rights, etc.
* Assist with intake and screenings, phone and in-person
* Schedule appointments and attend weekly follow up meetings
* Maintain data integrity and confidentiality
* Other duties as deemed necessary Qualifications: * Proficient in Excel, Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
* Bilingual in Spanish, Haitian Creole, Arabic, Portuguese or Chinese -Mandarin
* Must be able to interact professionally with staff at various levels within the organization and have demonstrated experience working in fast paced environment
* Ability to work sensitively with individuals of diverse socio-economic backgrounds
* Excellent communication, organizational and writing skills
* High School Diploma or equivalent required; degree preferred
Length of Commitment:
Ongoing
Schedule (including day and time if applicable):
20+ hours per week between the hours of 9am - 5pm
Monday - Thursday
Compensation:
Unpaid internship, possibility of college credit
Please complete our Online Application at https://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/ap?ap=1825256508.
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About Action for Boston Community Development
Location:
178 TREMONT ST, BOSTON, MA 02111, US
Mission Statement
ABCD's mission is to empower disadvantaged people by providing them with the tools to overcome poverty, live with dignity, and achieve their full potential. To fulfill this mission, ABCD uses a comprehensive approach that systematically addresses the range of barriers faced by households in poverty - from day-to-day crises to long-term needs for jobs and education.
Description
A Massachusetts-based non-profit human services organization, ABCD provides low-income residents in the Boston and Mystic Valley areas with the tools, support, and resources they need to transition from poverty to stability and from stability to success. Each year, we’ve served more than 100,000 individuals, elders and families through a broad range of innovative initiatives as well as long-established, proven programs and services. For more than 50 years, ABCD has been deeply rooted in each neighborhood we serve, empowering individuals and families and supporting them in their quest to live with dignity and achieve their highest potential. For more, please visit bostonabcd.o rg.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
6 Pleasant StreetSuite 601Malden, MA 02148
DATE POSTED
May 25, 2018
SKILLS
- Organization
- Bilingual
- Verbal / Written Communication
- Microsoft Office Suite
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 16
- 20+ hours