Housing-First Case Manager Path to Permanent Housing

Hope The Mission; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Hope The Mission is seeking a Housing-Focused Case Manager in Reseda, CA, to provide individualized, housing-first case management for participants in interim housing programs. The role prioritizes rapid placement into permanent housing using low-barrier, harm-reduction, and trauma-informed approaches.

Under supervision, you will conduct assessments, develop Housing Action Plans, coordinate with housing navigators, document activities in HMIS, and ensure compliance with contract obligations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in homeless services, housing navigation, or case management OR minimum 3 years with homelessness.
• Knowledge of Housing First, Harm Reduction, Trauma-Informed Care, and motivational interviewing practices.
• Knowledge of HUD guidelines, subsidized housing programs, and Coordinated Entry System preferred.
• Experience with HMIS or similar data systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized, housing-focused case management with Housing First, low-barrier, and trauma-informed approaches with emphasis on rapid permanent housing.
• Conduct participant assessments to identify housing barriers, preferences, and eligibility for housing resources and subsidies.
• Develop, implement, and update Housing Action Plans with clear goals toward permanent housing placement.
• Maintain regular contact with participants focused on housing progress, problem-solving, and motivation.
• Support participants in understanding tenant rights, lease obligations, and expectations for tenancy.
• Assist participants with housing navigation activities including applications, referrals, document collection and verification, housing interviews, unit viewings, and move-in logistics.

Skills

Housing-first approach

Case management

Communication

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology

Tools

HMIS

Client Track

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hope The Mission is seeking a Housing-Focused Case Manager in Reseda, CA, to provide individualized, housing-first case management for participants in interim housing programs. The role prioritizes rapid placement into permanent housing using low-barrier, harm-reduction, and trauma-informed approaches.

Under supervision, you will conduct assessments, develop Housing Action Plans, coordinate with housing navigators, document activities in HMIS, and ensure compliance with contract obligations