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Our extensive array of community-based services are fully integrated, bilingual and culturally competent.</span></p><p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"><strong><u>POSITION OVERVIEW</u></strong></span></p><p><span style=\"font-size: 16px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\">The MRT Housing Specialist assists Medicaid-eligible individuals with securing, maintaining, and transitioning to safe, stable, and affordable housing. The role focuses on housing navigation, landlord engagement, documentation compliance, and coordination of housing services in accordance with Department of Health (DOH) regulations, HUD guidelines (when applicable), and agency policies<strong data-pasted=\"true\">.</strong> The Housing Specialist works closely with Case Managers and community partners to promote long-term housing stability and client independence. 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