Housing Resource Specialist Presented by Chicago Continuum of Care and Center for Excellence in Service Organizations (CESO)

Goal of the Session  To gain knowledge and information that will assist participants in understanding the role of a housing resource specialist and how to create the position in an agency.

Objectives  Participants will be able to define the responsibilities of a Housing Resource Specialist.  Participants will address potential challenges and barriers in creating a Housing Resource Specialist position.  Participants will explore ideas and strategies for creating a sustainable funding source.

Agenda  Introduction  Defining the Role of a Housing Resource Specialist (HRS)  Importance of the HRS Position  Funding Opportunities  Fundraising and Marketing to Support a HRS position  Evaluation

Introduction  What staff positions do you have in your agency/program?

Defining the Role of a HRS  An important component of the Interim Housing model  What is the job of a Housing Resource Specialist? Qualifications Responsibilities Skills

Importance of the HRS Position  What are the advantages of adding this position to your agency/program?  Potential challenges/barriers to adding this position to the agency/program?  What are some strategies for overcoming these challenges/barriers?

Funding Opportunities  Mainstream Resources  Private funding  Grant making/Fundraising Events

Fundraising and Marketing to Support a HRS Position  Goal of the activity: To create a fundraising concept and devise a plan for marketing the idea. Fundraising Ideas List Marketing a Fundraising Plan  Discussion

In Closing…  Upcoming Sessions Scattered Site Housing on September 8 th 9 am – 12 pm Project Based Permanent Housing on September 8 th 1 – 4 pm Consult training brochure for additional upcoming sessions  Evaluation