Housing Access Navigator - CES & Community Partnerships

Catholic Charities Wichita; Pittsburg (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation pay

Sick pay

Generous retirement package

Health insurance

Job summary

Catholic Charities is seeking a Coordinated Entry System (CES) Navigator in Southeast Kansas to help individuals and families experiencing homelessness access housing and community resources. You will work closely with housing and service providers to streamline intake, assessments, and referrals.

The role prioritizes those with the greatest needs, requires strong relationship-building, organization, and clear communication, and involves community outreach and data maintenance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human services or relevant field.
• At least two years of professional experience in housing, social work, employment services, human services, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engage individuals and families experiencing homelessness and connect them to the Coordinated Entry System.
• Complete intake, assessments, referrals, and required documentation.
• Connect participants with housing, healthcare, mental health services, benefits, and other community resources.
• Coordinate with housing and service providers throughout Southeast Kansas.
• Lead case conferencing meetings and participate in regional planning efforts.
• Help ensure people with the greatest needs are prioritized for available housing opportunities.
• Build relationships with landlords and community partners to expand housing opportunities.
• Maintain accurate and timely participant data and documentation.
• Participate in community outreach and activities such as the Point-in-Time Count as needed.

Skills

Relationship building

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Catholic Charities is seeking a Coordinated Entry System (CES) Navigator in Southeast Kansas to help individuals and families experiencing homelessness access housing and community resources. You will work closely with housing and service providers to streamline intake, assessments, and referrals.

The role prioritizes those with the greatest needs, requires strong relationship-building, organization, and clear communication, and involves community outreach and data maintenance.