Bilingual Housing Access Advocate

THE COMMITTEE FOR HISPANIC CHILDREN AND FAMILIES, INC.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan with employer/?

Paid time off and holidays

Employee assistance and wellness

Job summary

The Housing Specialist at THE COMMITTEE FOR HISPANIC CHILDREN AND FAMILIES, INC. in Bronx, NY, is responsible for helping clients in CHCF homeless shelters secure and maintain permanent housing through housing-focused case management, advocacy, and resource coordination.

The role collaborates with landlords, housing providers, agencies, and community organizations to expand opportunities and support clients through applications, documentation, and overcoming barriers such as credit issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field required.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (required).
• Minimum of one year of counseling experience and two years in housing services, housing development/management, real estate, or case management.
• Strong communication, advocacy, and workshop facilitation skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals and families in securing permanent housing through assessments, housing search assistance, advocacy, referrals, and ongoing case support.
• Identify, inspect, and secure safe, affordable housing that meets HQS requirements.
• Assess eligibility for affordable housing, rental assistance, subsidy programs, and other benefits.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with landlords, housing agencies, and community organizations to expand housing opportunities.
• Support clients with apartment viewings, housing applications, required documentation, and overcoming barriers to housing, including credit-related issues.
• Facilitate housing-focused workshops, maintain housing resource databases, and conduct community outreach.
• Maintain accurate case records, prepare required reports, and participate in team meetings, case conferences, trainings, and program evaluation activities.
• Represent the organization at housing-related meetings and community events.
• Perform other duties as assigned based on program and organizational needs.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Strong communication

Case documentation

Advocacy

Workshop facilitation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Housing Specialist at THE COMMITTEE FOR HISPANIC CHILDREN AND FAMILIES, INC. in Bronx, NY, is responsible for helping clients in CHCF homeless shelters secure and maintain permanent housing through housing-focused case management, advocacy, and resource coordination.

The role collaborates with landlords, housing providers, agencies, and community organizations to expand opportunities and support clients through applications, documentation, and overcoming barriers such as credit issues.