Housing Access & Coordinated Entry Lead

City of Topeka; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Kansas Public Employee Retirement

Paid Vacation & Sick Leave

Life/Long Term Disability Insurance

Deferred Comp Savings Plan

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Onsite Health & Wellness Clinic

In-house fitness facility

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The City of Topeka’s Housing Services Division is seeking an Equity Access Shelter (EAS) Program Coordinator to oversee the Coordinated Entry process and assist clients with HMIS enrollment and housing services.

The ideal candidate will coordinate with the Topeka/Shawnee County CoC and partner agencies, maintain strong community ties, and manage multiple tasks in a structured, independent and collaborative way.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or human services with 1–3 years of relevant experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent with 3+ years in social work or human services.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the Coordinated Entry process with the CoC and partner agencies.
• Oversee the single point of access site for the CoC.
• Provide follow-up to ensure clients receive additional services after housing.
• Attend community meetings and provide data/reports on Coordinated Entry.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Organizational skills

Independent & collaborative work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work or human services

High school diploma + 3+ years in social work/human services

Job description

The City of Topeka’s Housing Services Division is seeking an Equity Access Shelter (EAS) Program Coordinator to oversee the Coordinated Entry process and assist clients with HMIS enrollment and housing services.

The ideal candidate will coordinate with the Topeka/Shawnee County CoC and partner agencies, maintain strong community ties, and manage multiple tasks in a structured, independent and collaborative way.