Community Housing Advocate & Locator

Northern Virginia Family Service; Falls Church, Fairfax (VA, VA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid role

Job summary

Northern Virginia Family Services (NVFS) is seeking a Housing Locator to join the Community Housing team's Rental Subsidy & Services Program (RSSP) in Falls Church, VA. This hybrid, full-time role focuses on identifying housing opportunities, advocating for clients, and coordinating with landlords to secure safe, affordable housing.

Responsibilities include housing searches, applications, lease negotiations, and connecting clients with rental assistance and resources.

Qualifications

• At least three (3) years of experience in property management, housing management, or real estate with negotiation and advocacy.
• Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• HQS Certification required within six (6) months of hire if not already certified.
• Experience facilitating group training and educational activities for clients.
• Experience providing direct services to individuals experiencing crisis preferred.
• Fluency in English required; bilingual abilities a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Identify housing opportunities and help clients secure safe, stable, affordable housing.
• Assist clients with housing searches, rental applications, lease negotiations, and related challenges.
• Collaborate with case managers to connect clients with rental assistance and housing resources.
• Provide housing advocacy and educate clients on tenant rights and responsibilities.
• Identify housing barriers and develop solutions for successful placements.
• Build and maintain relationships with landlords, property managers, and housing providers.
• Serve as liaison between clients and landlords to resolve concerns and coordinate housing arrangements.
• Maintain an updated housing directory with properties and contacts.
• Coordinate with NVFS teams, agencies, and partners to expand opportunities and services.
• Facilitate renter education on tenant rights and leases.
• Conduct HQS inspections and document deficiencies; coordinate corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate documentation of housing contacts, inspections, and client services.

Skills

Negotiation & advocacy

Communication with diverse populations

Relationship-building

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Education

HQS Certification (within 6 months)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Northern Virginia Family Services (NVFS) is seeking a Housing Locator to join the Community Housing team's Rental Subsidy & Services Program (RSSP) in Falls Church, VA. This hybrid, full-time role focuses on identifying housing opportunities, advocating for clients, and coordinating with landlords to secure safe, affordable housing.

Responsibilities include housing searches, applications, lease negotiations, and connecting clients with rental assistance and resources.