Role OverviewThe Housing Specialist will play a crucial role in facilitating access to stable housing for individuals facing housing challenges. The role involves collaborating with community partners to expand housing resources for diverse client needs and to increase program effectiveness.
What You Will Do
Deliver housing assessments, work closely with individuals to understand their housing needs and eligibility for rent assistance programs, develop and implement individualized housing plans, and provide guidance and education on the rental process.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have experience working in social services, housing, or a related field, with a strong understanding of local housing resources, rental markets, and housing support services.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Public Health, or a related field
- Coordinate and administer rent assistance programs
- Experience working in healthcare and social service systems
- Experience working with individuals facing housing challenges
- Familiarity with local housing resources, rental markets, and housing support services
- Experience working with housing assistance programs
- Basic understanding of HMIS and ability to document in the system
- Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and a clean driving record
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- $49,920-$56,000 annually
- Public Student Loan Forgiveness
- Employment at our organization may qualify you for federal student loan forgiveness programs
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