Housing Navigator for Lasting Stability

Lantern Community Services Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 3,784,000 - 4,542,000; Full time

Job summary

Lantern Community Services seeks an experienced Housing Specialist to help clients secure permanent housing and achieve greater self-sufficiency. You will work with shelter and case management staff to guide clients through the housing search, applications, and viewings, offering direct support during moves to permanent housing.

The role requires experience with homeless or vulnerable populations, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work flexible hours including evenings or

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, HSE, or GED required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience related to housing application and placement.
• Experience with homelessness, mental illness, substance use disorders, and/or low-income populations.
• Strong relationship-building, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to work evening and/or weekend shifts on a rotating schedule.
• Prior experience in a homeless shelter is preferred.
• Knowledge of mental health, substance use, and homelessness service systems.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct housing intake and assessment interviews for new clients.
• Ensure compliance with DHS timelines for permanent housing placement.
• Complete housing components of service and independent living plans.
• Support Case Managers with HRA-2010E applications and required documentation.
• Prepare housing reports and collect data for funders.
• Facilitate client workshops on housing process and budgeting.

Skills

Relationship-building

Communication

Organizational skills

Bilingual: English/Spanish

Microsoft Word

Excel

Education

High School Diploma/HSE/GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Lantern Community Services seeks an experienced Housing Specialist to help clients secure permanent housing and achieve greater self-sufficiency. You will work with shelter and case management staff to guide clients through the housing search, applications, and viewings, offering direct support during moves to permanent housing.

The role requires experience with homeless or vulnerable populations, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work flexible hours including evenings or