Domestic Violence Housing Assessment Specialist

Child-; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA

PSLF

401(k)

Job summary

Child and Family Services in Buffalo, NY seeks a Domestic Violence Housing Assessment Specialist to facilitate housing access through Coordinated Entry, perform assessments, and prioritize victims for housing resources. Collaboration with service providers and meticulous documentation are essential for HUD guidelines compliance.

The role requires completing DV assessments, maintaining the Coordinated Entry list, and supporting the Rapid Rehousing team while traveling to community locations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Social Work degree or equivalent education and experience.
• Local travel to community locations is required.
• NYS driver's license and continued automobile insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Assess clients to determine enrollment eligibility for DV housing services and HUD-defined homelessness category.
• Complete housing and domestic violence assessment tools with clients.
• Provide emergency safety planning and referrals to community services.
• Maintain the Domestic Violence Coordinated Entry list for Erie County and update housing resources database.
• Establish and maintain relationships with landlords and property managers for housing resources.

Skills

Assessment skills

Documentation

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Social Work or equivalent

Job description

Domestic Violence Housing Assessment Specialist

Job Category: Human Services

Requisition Number: DOMES003153

• Posted : September 30, 2026
• Full-Time
• Rate : $23.42 USD per hour

Locations

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Description

Position Summary: The Assessment Specialist is responsible for facilitating access to housing through Coordinated Entry, including conducting assessments, making referrals, and ensuring that domestic violence victims experiencing homelessness are prioritized for appropriate housing resources. This role requires close collaboration with service providers, excellent documentation and data management, and maintaining compliance with HUD guidelines.

Major Responsibilities/Activities:

• Assess clients to ensure that they meet requirements for enrollment in domestic violence-specific housing services and referral to coordinated entry, including verification of domestic violence history and verification of Category 1 or 4 Homelessness, as defined by HUD;
• Complete required housing and domestic violence assessment tools with qualified clients;
• Provide emergency safety planning and referrals for clients to community services and resources to meet identified urgent needs, as needed;
• Manage and maintain the Domestic Violence Coordinated Entry list for Erie County
• Maintain communication with agencies in the COC for the purpose of referral completion and follow-up;
• Maintain and regularly update a database of housing resources
• Establish and maintain rapport with local landlords and property management companies, for the purpose of building and maintaining a network of available housing resources for clients;
• Support the work of the Rapid Rehousing Case Manager, including by assisting to identify appropriate available housing units for clients; as well as provide case management supports as needed.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client files, statistics, case notes, and summary reports as required, including reports for funding sources as needed;
• Attend Haven House staff meetings, CAP team meetings, HAWNY meetings, trainings, and regularly scheduled supervision;
• Participate in program audits and site visits, as needed;
• Provide occasional coverage in the shelter and hotline, if needed;
• Engage in staff development to ensure continued professional growth;
• Model and practice sensitivity, fair treatment, and acceptance of diversity in all interpersonal interactions;
• Promote the empowerment of individuals as defined by the social work profession and domestic violence services best practices, adhering to the principles of non-violence and independent decision making;
• Participate and contribute to program quality improvement process;
• Perform other related duties as required.
• Bachelor of Social Work degree (BSW) or equivalent education and experience;
• Professional housing services experience preferred;
• Professional domestic violence experience preferred;
• Local travel to community locations for work purposes, including client meetings, is required;
• NYS driver's license and continued automobile insurance required.

Competitive Salary of $23.42 per hour

C+FS offers full-time employees the below benefits to support our employees and help to create a healthy work environment.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• –20 PTO Days (25 Days After Five Years of Employment)
• –14 Paid Holidays (includes 2 flex holidays)
• – Bereavement: Four Paid Days
• – Paid Jury Duty
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Medical, Two Plan Options
• Dental, Two Plan Options
• Vision Insurance
• Wellness Program and Incentives
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Quarterly Employer-Contributions
• Dependent Care FSA
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Qualifying Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
• 403(b) Right Away and Employer-Contributions After Two Years (1000 hours each year)

Child and Family Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Child and Family Services provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran or familial status, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Child and Family Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred

Innovative

Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Ability to Make an Impact

Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Education

Preferred

Bachelors or better in Social Work or related field.

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