Housing Options Specialist: Build Stable Futures

Volunteers of America Los Angeles; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

VOALA in Los Angeles seeks a Housing Specialist I to identify suitable housing options for program participants and assist them toward independent living. You will join the services team across assessment, planning, engagement and delivery of housing support.

The role involves working on-site with case management, maintaining housing databases, and coordinating with landlords to meet clients’ needs. Experience with veterans, recovery, or homelessness is valued.

Qualifications

• Must pass fingerprint clearance and background check.
• Current TB screening and Immunization Records (within 5 days of hire)
• Current BLS Certification (within 15 days of hire)
• Completion of all required trainings (within 30 days of hire)
• One year of experience working with veterans, people in recovery and/or homelessness individuals

Responsibilities

• Identifies and locates housing options suitable for homeless participants.
• Creates and maintains a housing database linking tenants to apartments.
• Communicates with landlords and familiarise them with the program and the unique needs of participants.
• Develops support systems to meet individual client's housing needs and coordinates move‑in activities and rental negotiations.
• Facilitates community resources to assist tenants and landlords in case of problems leading to eviction.
• Coordinates with Case Management team to support initiatives and follow‑ups.
• Participates in Community engagement and outreach efforts.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Services or related discipline

Tools

HMIS

Job description

VOALA in Los Angeles seeks a Housing Specialist I to identify suitable housing options for program participants and assist them toward independent living. You will join the services team across assessment, planning, engagement and delivery of housing support.

The role involves working on-site with case management, maintaining housing databases, and coordinating with landlords to meet clients’ needs. Experience with veterans, recovery, or homelessness is valued.