Housing Navigator & Client Advocate

Hope Solutions; Pleasant Hill (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Kaiser health & dental

403b retirement

Holidays & vacation

Paid time off

Job summary

Hope Solutions is seeking a Housing Specialist to assist clients exiting encampments in the Richmond/San Pablo area, delivering case management, housing navigation, and financial support to move families into permanent housing. You will work in a collaborative team environment and engage with landlords to build housing options while maintaining strict confidentiality and trauma-informed practices.

Qualifications include a BA in social work or related field, at least two years in human services,

Qualifications

• BA degree in social work or related field.
• Bi-lingual in English/Spanish preferred.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft and database applications.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients to assess housing needs and develop plans for obtaining safe, sustainable housing.
• Assist with data entry, rental subsidy tracking, and program reporting.
• Support team with client needs and service planning as needed.
• Help clients gather verification documents for housing applications.
• Research housing opportunities and assist with application processes.
• Provide resources on tenant rights and responsibilities.
• Coordinate with partners to ensure continuity of care.
• Transport clients to meetings with landlords and inspect units.

Skills

Bilingual EN/ES

Communication skills

MS Office & databases

Education

BA in social work or related field

Job description

Hope Solutions is seeking a Housing Specialist to assist clients exiting encampments in the Richmond/San Pablo area, delivering case management, housing navigation, and financial support to move families into permanent housing. You will work in a collaborative team environment and engage with landlords to build housing options while maintaining strict confidentiality and trauma-informed practices.

Qualifications include a BA in social work or related field, at least two years in human services,