Family Housing Stabilization Specialist

Catholic Charities Archdiocese Of Boston; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Charities Archdiocese Of Boston is seeking a Stabilization Worker for the Family Shelter in Dorchester, Boston, to support families transitioning from shelter to permanent housing.

The role involves developing stabilization plans, coordinating with landlords and housing staff, conducting home visits and monthly check-ins, and documenting efforts while ensuring confidentiality and professional boundaries.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree is preferred along with relevant experience; an equivalent combination of education, experience and knowledge will be considered.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• A valid driver's license and willingness to travel locally as needed.
• Attention to detail with excellent written documentation, organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in unsupervised settings (community).

Responsibilities

• Provide services in compliance with the agency, programs, funder policies, procedures and regulations.
• Develop and implement a stabilization plan, updating as necessary every 30 days documenting all efforts and meetings on ETO software.
• Develop and maintain relationships with landlords, management companies and public housing staff to help stabilize family on housing and to help keep other housing opportunities accessible to Catholic Charity clients.
• Provide home visits, in-office support, and phone support to all stabilization clients. Ensure monthly check-ins, with in-person visits occurring at least every two months.
• Promote children's wellbeing by maintaining regular communication with their parents and/or school staff, and by seeing the children in person on a consistent basis.
• Work is performed in an office setting and in the community, including home visits.
• Intervene if tenancy is endangered for any reason.
• Maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality with employees and residents.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Catholic Charities Archdiocese Of Boston is seeking a Stabilization Worker for the Family Shelter in Dorchester, Boston, to support families transitioning from shelter to permanent housing.

The role involves developing stabilization plans, coordinating with landlords and housing staff, conducting home visits and monthly check-ins, and documenting efforts while ensuring confidentiality and professional boundaries.