EHAP Housing Case Manager — Rapid Permanent Housing

Westhab, Inc; City of Yonkers (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Westhab, Inc. in Yonkers, NY is hiring an EHAP Housing Case Manager to provide housing-focused case management for homeless families in the Emergency Housing Assistance Program.

The role emphasizes rapid placement into permanent housing, collaboration with DSS and service providers, and advocacy for subsidies and housing solutions. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in social work or a related field, possess strong communication skills, and be able to engage hard-to-reach

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work or related field preferred.
• Strong computer, presentation, written and verbal communication skills required.
• Experience in case management, home visiting, homelessness, or child welfare desired.
• Fluency in Spanish is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with WCDSS and other service providers to help families achieve housing goals.
• Formulate housing plans to transition residents to permanent housing and use subsidies effectively.
• Conduct biweekly home visits and EHAP apartment inspections.
• Provide crisis intervention services as needed.
• Assist residents with housing and rental subsidy applications and moving costs.
• Link families with community-based providers for long-term support.
• Maintain accurate written records and HUD/WCDSS-compliant documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Engaging hard-to-reach families

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Tools

ClientTrack HMIS

Job description

Westhab, Inc. in Yonkers, NY is hiring an EHAP Housing Case Manager to provide housing-focused case management for homeless families in the Emergency Housing Assistance Program.

The role emphasizes rapid placement into permanent housing, collaboration with DSS and service providers, and advocacy for subsidies and housing solutions. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in social work or a related field, possess strong communication skills, and be able to engage hard-to-reach