Housing Case Navigator: Transform Lives & Housing Access

Catholic Charities Wichita; Pittsburg (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Charities Pittsburg is seeking a Housing Case Manager to assist homeless individuals in securing permanent housing and accessing essential services in Pittsburg, KS. This full-time, in-person role focuses on intake, housing plan development, landlord advocacy, and connection to community resources.

You'll screen eligibility, coordinate housing searches, provide rental/utility assistance, maintain case files, and ensure program compliance with HUD guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human services preferred (or related field).
• HUD program experience (e.g., Rapid Re-Housing, ESG, Permanent Supportive Housing) preferred.
• Valid Class C driver’s license, personal vehicle and insurance.
• Proficiency with HMIS and Windows/Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct advocacy and case management services to eligible recipients as defined by HUD and compliant to the grant award, including intake, housing plan development, and housing search.
• Provide rental and utility assistance, including application fees, deposits and monthly payments.
• Communicate with Housing Authorities, landlords, and other providers of permanent, affordable housing in the service area.
• Maintain professional contact with community resources and advocate for client needs.
• Enter program demographic and service data into tracking databases accurately.

Skills

Computer literacy

HMIS experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services preferred

Social work / sociology / psychology degree preferred

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Office

Job description

Catholic Charities Pittsburg is seeking a Housing Case Manager to assist homeless individuals in securing permanent housing and accessing essential services in Pittsburg, KS. This full-time, in-person role focuses on intake, housing plan development, landlord advocacy, and connection to community resources.

You'll screen eligibility, coordinate housing searches, provide rental/utility assistance, maintain case files, and ensure program compliance with HUD guidelines.