Housing Advocacy Specialist (Supportive Housing)

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY; Austin (MN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Retirement match

Professional growth

Job summary

Three Rivers Community Action seeks a Housing Advocacy Specialist to provide housing-focused case management, support tenancy stability, and help participants overcome barriers to housing success.

You will work with individuals and households in Site-Based Supportive Housing, building relationships with property managers and partners to ensure access to resources and services while balancing program requirements and compliance standards.

Qualifications

• Has a bachelor's degree with previous case management/service coordination experience.
• Trauma-informed, equity-centered approach to supporting others.
• Licensed Social Worker (LSW) and/or Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC).
• Fluency in a language other than English, especially Spanish or Somali.

Responsibilities

• Provide housing-focused case management and ongoing participant support.
• Help participants establish goals and develop strategies to maintain stable housing.
• Connect individuals and families with community resources and supportive services.
• Advocate for participants and help address barriers that may impact housing retention.
• Build and maintain relationships with property managers, housing providers, and community partners.
• Coordinate services and referrals to promote long-term housing success.
• Maintain accurate case notes, documentation, and program records.
• Support program compliance and funding requirements while delivering participant-centered services.

Skills

Case management

Communication

Empathy

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Time management

Collaboration

Trauma-informed

Equity-centered

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

• Location 824 23rd Avenue Northwest,Austin, MN, 55912,United States
• Base Pay $28.00 - $30.00 / Hour
• Job Category Housing Advocacy
• Employee Type Full-Time Hourly
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree
• Manage Others No

Description

Are you passionate about helping individuals and families achieve long-term housing stability? Three Rivers Community Action is seeking a compassionate, organized, and motivated Housing Advocacy Specialist to join our Supportive Housing team. In this role, you'll provide housing-focused case management, support tenancy stability, and help participants overcome barriers that may jeopardize their housing success.

About the Role

As a Housing Advocacy Specialist, you'll work directly with individuals and households living in Site-Based Supportive Housing. You'll help participants maintain stable housing through relationship-building, advocacy, service coordination, and proactive problem-solving.

You'll collaborate with participants, property managers, and community partners to ensure individuals have the resources and support needed to sustain housing and achieve their goals. This role requires strong critical thinking skills, adaptability, and a participant-centered approach while balancing program requirements and compliance standards.

T his full-time position (40 hours per week) is Monday-Friday and will be based in Austin.

What You'll Do

• Provide housing-focused case management and ongoing participant support
• Help participants establish goals and develop strategies to maintain stable housing
• Connect individuals and families with community resources and supportive services
• Advocate for participants and help address barriers that may impact housing retention
• Build and maintain relationships with property managers, housing providers, and community partners
• Coordinate services and referrals to promote long-term housing success
• Maintain accurate case notes, documentation, and program records
• Support program compliance and funding requirements while delivering participant-centered services

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who:

• Has a bachelor's degree with previous case management/service coordination experience
• Is passionate about helping individuals and families achieve stability and success
• Builds trusting relationships through empathy, respect, and cultural humility
• Demonstrates strong communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Stays organized and manages multiple priorities effectively
• Takes initiative and follows through on commitments
• Adapts well to changing situations and participant needs
• Works collaboratively with community partners and team members
• Brings a trauma-informed, equity-centered approach to supporting others
• Licensed Social Worker (LSW) and/or Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC)
• Fluency in a language other than English, especially Spanish or Somali
• Starting pay of $28.00-$30.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and retirement match
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

Why Three Rivers?

At Three Rivers Community Action, your work makes a difference every day. Our Housing Advocacy team helps individuals and families secure stable housing, overcome barriers, and build brighter futures. We offer meaningful, mission-driven work, supportive coworkers, opportunities for growth, and the chance to be part of an organization dedicated to strengthening communities and improving lives.

A full position description will be shared with candidates selected for in-person interviews. To request a copy of the full position description, please call 507-316-0610.

Three Rivers is an Equal Employment Opportunity / affirmative Action Employer