Housing Navigator for Independent Living

Mainstay Life Services; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Mainstay Life Services in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a Housing Specialist to help individuals with IDD identify, obtain, and maintain safe, affordable housing within the community. The role emphasizes person-centered housing navigation and case management from assessment to move-in and ongoing stabilization.

The position involves collaborating with individuals, families, landlords, housing authorities, service coordinators, and community agencies to reduce barriers and promote long-term housing

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience with housing access and navigation is a plus.
• Strong organizational and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assess housing circumstances, preferences, needs, barriers, and resources to create a person-centered housing plan.
• Assist with completing housing applications and subsidy applications, gather documents, and respond to requests for information.
• Coordinate with benefit programs and community resources to secure deposits, subsidies, and furnishings.
• Develop and maintain relationships with landlords, property managers, and housing authorities to facilitate housing options.
• Support transition plans for move-in, including leases, utilities, and basic housing responsibilities.
• Provide ongoing follow-up to promote housing stability and tenancy success.
• Advocate on behalf of individuals with providers to address barriers to housing.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Mainstay Life Services in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a Housing Specialist to help individuals with IDD identify, obtain, and maintain safe, affordable housing within the community. The role emphasizes person-centered housing navigation and case management from assessment to move-in and ongoing stabilization.

The position involves collaborating with individuals, families, landlords, housing authorities, service coordinators, and community agencies to reduce barriers and promote long-term housing