Housing Navigator - Homeless Services & Rehousing

SEBCO; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SEBCO, a Bronx-based nonprofit housing developer, is seeking a Full-Time Housing Specialist for the DHS Bronx Men’s Homeless Shelter. You will assist residents in obtaining services as they transition to permanent housing, with focus on DHS/OTDA systems.

The role emphasizes housing assessments, workshops, tenancy rights education, case management, and close follow-up with residents to achieve transitional goals. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in housing, real estate, or a related field.
• Experience building and maintaining relationships with citywide agencies and landlords.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with the homeless population.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct housing assessments to evaluate participants’ housing readiness, and overall needs.
• Facilitate housing workshops and provide accurate information regarding re-housing, public benefits, and tenancy-related matters.
• Educate tenants on their rights under applicable government regulations and housing laws.
• Provide comprehensive case management services, including assisting clients with applications for housing, rental assistance, and subsidy programs.
• Maintain detailed and accurate case notes, ensuring consistent daily and weekly follow-ups with residents regarding transitional goals and housing interviews.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Strong communication

Relationship building

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

SEBCO, a Bronx-based nonprofit housing developer, is seeking a Full-Time Housing Specialist for the DHS Bronx Men’s Homeless Shelter. You will assist residents in obtaining services as they transition to permanent housing, with focus on DHS/OTDA systems.

The role emphasizes housing assessments, workshops, tenancy rights education, case management, and close follow-up with residents to achieve transitional goals. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.