Housing-First Case Manager: Fast-Track to Permanent Housing

Hope The Mission; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Hope The Mission is seeking a Housing-Focused Case Manager in the Los Angeles area. The role emphasizes Housing First, low-barrier approaches, and trauma-informed care to rapidly move participants from interim housing to permanent housing.

You will conduct assessments, develop Housing Action Plans, maintain regular participant contact, and coordinate move-in logistics with housing partners while ensuring compliant documentation in HMIS and agency systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• 1+ year experience in homeless services, housing navigation, or case management (or 3+ years in related work).
• Knowledge of Housing First, Harm Reduction, and Trauma-Informed Care.
• Knowledge of HUD guidelines and subsidized housing programs preferred.
• Experience with HMIS or similar data systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized, housing-focused case management using Housing First approaches.
• Assess housing barriers and eligibility; develop Housing Action Plans with measurable goals.
• Maintain regular contact with participants to support progress and motivation.
• Assist with housing navigation activities: applications, referrals, deposits, move-in logistics.
• Document all services accurately in HMIS or agency systems within required timelines.
• Collaborate with Housing Navigators, Data Coordinators, and program staff; participate in team meetings.

Skills

Housing First

Caseload management

Documentation

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, or equivalent experience

Tools

HMIS

Client Track

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hope The Mission is seeking a Housing-Focused Case Manager in the Los Angeles area. The role emphasizes Housing First, low-barrier approaches, and trauma-informed care to rapidly move participants from interim housing to permanent housing.

You will conduct assessments, develop Housing Action Plans, maintain regular participant contact, and coordinate move-in logistics with housing partners while ensuring compliant documentation in HMIS and agency systems.