Housing Coordinator

Plummer Youth Promise; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Company parties

Job summary

Plummer Youth Promise is seeking a compassionate Housing Coordinator to help young adults secure and maintain safe housing, supporting their transition to independence. You will navigate housing searches, coordinate case work, and advocate for tenants within a trauma‑informed framework to promote stability.

The role emphasizes direct support, collaboration with partners, and building independent living skills while coordinating transportation and moving processes as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Experience with youth, young adults, housing programs or human services.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid Massachusetts Driver’s License and driving history.

Responsibilities

• Support young adults in identifying and securing safe, stable housing opportunities.
• Maintain a caseload of young adults and conduct regular apartment visits.
• Assist with apartment searches, showings, and landlord communication.
• Educate on housing applications, tenant rights, budgeting, lease responsibilities and independent living.
• Assist with move-ins/outs and housing transitions; complete housing safety inspections.
• Advocate for young adults and build relationships with housing partners.
• Participate in treatment planning, team meetings, supervision and on-call coverage.
• Provide transportation support as needed and coordinate simple home tasks.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Job description

Benefits:

100% Employer Paid Medical Insurance

100% Employer Paid Dental Insurance

Health Reimbursement Arrangement

401(k)

Company parties

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Join a Mission-Driven Team Supporting Young Adults

Plummer Youth Promise is seeking a compassionate, organized, and proactive Housing Coordinator to support young adults in securing and maintaining safe, stable housing as they transition toward independence.

The Housing Coordinator plays a critical role in helping young adults navigate the housing search process, build independent living skills, and maintain successful tenancies. This position combines direct support, advocacy, case coordination, and community networking to help young adults achieve long-term housing stability and personal growth.

If you are passionate about youth development, housing advocacy, and trauma-informed care, we encourage you to apply. While not required, we strongly encourage applicants to submit a cover letter outlining their interest in the position and how their experience aligns with the role.

The anticipated hiring range for this position is $55,325–$62,550 annually ($26.60–$30.07 per hour), based on qualifications and experience. This is a non-exempt position and is eligible for overtime pay.

Key Responsibilities

Support young adults in identifying and securing safe, stable housing opportunities

Maintain a caseload of young adults and conduct regular apartment visits

Assist with apartment searches, scheduling showings, and communicating with landlords, property managers, and realtors

Educate young adults on housing applications, tenant rights, budgeting, lease responsibilities, and independent living skills

Assist with move‑ins, move‑outs, apartment setup, and housing transitions

Complete housing safety inspections and maintain housing‑related documentation

Advocate for young adults throughout the housing process

Build and maintain relationships with landlords, housing authorities, voucher programs, and community partners

Participate in treatment planning, staff meetings, supervision, and team collaboration

Provide transportation support as needed

Participate in rotating emergency on‑call coverage

Assist with simple home maintenance tasks and minor apartment repairs as needed to support safe and stable living environments

What We’re Looking For

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to build authentic, strengths‑based relationships with youth and families

Strong organizational skills and ability to manage ongoing responsibilities

Sound judgment and professional boundaries

Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

Initiative, flexibility, and problem‑solving skills

Commitment to trauma‑informed, youth‑guided, and family‑driven practices

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Experience working with youth, young adults, housing programs, or human services preferred

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment

Valid Massachusetts Driver’s License and acceptable driving history required

Ability to transport youth and travel within the community as needed