Housing Case Manager

Avenue-360-Health-and-Wellness; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Avenue 360 Health and Wellness is seeking a Continuum of Care Housing Case Manager to deliver case management and supportive services for housing stability. The role involves coordination with internal teams, property owners, and community partners to support participants in securing and maintaining housing.

The position emphasizes documentation, evaluation of eligibility, and strong client-centered service planning to address residential stability and health-related goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or commensurate experience; undergraduate degree in social work or closely related field preferred.
• At least 2 years of case management or customer service experience required.
• 2 years of recent housing experience with local, state, and/or federal programs preferred.
• 2 years of experience working with individuals and/or families experiencing homelessness preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess eligibility and obtain enrollment documentation.
• Accept Coordinated Access System referrals and enroll clients.
• Help participants secure housing based on household size and needs.
• Provide case management through on-site visits, calls, and home visits.
• Develop individualized service plans addressing stability, income, education, and health goals.
• Coordinate linkages to community resources and services.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Social work degree

Job description

Avenue 360 is a FQHC that strives to provide high quality and caring service to promote healthy people and communities. Our 360-degree approach addresses medical needs and social and environmental challenges, like housing. Our compassionate care extends to those with and without insurance. We believe income must not determine the level of access to quality health care.

Providing comprehensive, high quality, and caring service is the core of what we do, whether medical, hospice care, engaging adult activities, and supportive housing programs. We strive to address the many social determinants of healthy living in Greater Houston.

Our Values PACT

• We take PRIDE in our work.
• We have a positive ATTITUDE.
• We are CURIOUS.
• We are COMMITTED.
• We are CARING and CUSTOMER-SERVICE oriented.
• We are a TEAM.
• We LEARN, GROW, and INNOVATE

Role Overview

The Continuum of Care (CoC) Housing Case Manager provides permanent supportive housing program participants with case management and supportive services to help maintain housing stability and prevent the occurrence or recurrence of homelessness. This role ensures high-quality service delivery, accurate documentation, and strong coordination with internal teams, property owners, and community partners.

Areas of Accountability

Case Management & Participant Support

• Assess participants’ eligibility and program appropriateness; obtain required enrollment documentation.
• Accepts Coordinated Access System referrals as assigned and follows established protocols to enroll clients into housing programs.
• Assist participants in securing appropriate housing based on household size, composition, geographic preference, and other determinants.
• Provide case management through on-site visits, phone consultations, and home visits.
• Develop individualized service plans with participant input addressing residential stability, income, education, and health-related goals.
• Demonstrate knowledge of community resources and coordinate linkages to services.

Housing Program Operations

• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with property owners and property management.
• Assist clients with the housing search and rental application process.
• Educate clients on Fair Housing laws, tenant rights, and tenant responsibilities.
• Determine rent subsidy amounts in accordance with federal guidelines.
• Perform Housing Quality Standards (HQS) inspections prior to move‑in and annually.
• Secure all required documentation (e.g., W‑9, lease agreements, identification documents).
• Prepare and submit monthly rent and utility assistance check requests in a timely manner.
• Maintain professional objectivity in emotionally charged situations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Data Management & Compliance

• Maintain all data management requirements within the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS).
• Enter complete and accurate client information in compliance with agency protocols.

Education, Licensure/Certification Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or commensurate experience; undergraduate degree in social work or closely related field preferred.
• At least 2 years of case management or customer service experience required.
• 2 years of recent housing experience with local, state, and/or federal programs preferred.
• 2 years of experience working with individuals and/or families experiencing homelessness preferred.

Experience, Skills/Abilities Related Requirements:

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities.
• Strong communication skills—written and verbal.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.