Housing Access & Stability Specialist

Start Corporation; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

13 paid holidays per year

403(b) retirement plan with employer–M

Job summary

Start Corporation seeks a Housing Specialist to assist ACT clients in securing affordable housing that aligns with their finances and grants available. You will collaborate with the ACT Team to address broader client needs and help ensure access to housing opportunities.

The role requires at least a year of housing or homeless-services experience, a valid driver's license, and a commitment to client-centered care. A bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; must be 18+ years old and have a valid driver’s license.
• Minimum of one year experience with homeless population or housing services.
• No Medicaid billing restrictions that would interfere with employment eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Assist ACT clients in obtaining affordable housing within financial means and available grants.
• Collaborate with ACT Team members to meet client housing needs.
• Develop treatment plans with clients and document progress in required systems.
• Identify and connect clients to community resources and landlords.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Active listening

Teamwork

Referral processes

Education

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Start Corporation seeks a Housing Specialist to assist ACT clients in securing affordable housing that aligns with their finances and grants available. You will collaborate with the ACT Team to address broader client needs and help ensure access to housing opportunities.

The role requires at least a year of housing or homeless-services experience, a valid driver's license, and a commitment to client-centered care. A bachelor’s degree is preferred.