Housing Programs & Advocacy Coordinator

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CRISIS CENTER; Stamford (CT); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

403(b) retirement plan with employer-m

Paid time off

Remote work option (1 day/week)

Job summary

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CRISIS CENTER is seeking a Housing Coordinator to provide administrative and program support for the Housing Advocacy team in a trauma-informed setting. You will manage documentation, scheduling, client outreach, and logistical tasks to alleviate burdens on Housing Advocates, helping survivors access safe housing efficiently.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, 3–5 years in housing advocacy, and knowledge of HUD/DOH programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Public Administration, or a related field required.
• Master’s degree (MSW/MPA) preferred.
• 3–5 years in housing advocacy, rapid rehousing, or domestic violence services, with 1–2 years supervisory experience.
• Strong working knowledge of HUD/DOH housing programs, Fair Housing laws, CAN framework.

Responsibilities

• Administrative & Operations: manage calendar, scheduling, inquiries, and routing urgent matters.
• Client & Program Support: enrollment, intake, waitlist updates, and rent requests.
• Data & Documentation: maintain charts, upload to Jotform/SharePoint, and ensure data accuracy.
• Training & Development: attend housing trainings and maintain DV certification.

Skills

Spanish language

Haitian Creole language

MS Office Suite

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Trauma-informed care awareness

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Public Administration, or related field

Master’s degree (MSW/MPA) preferred

Tools

EmpowerDB

HMIS

Jotform

SharePoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE CRISIS CENTER is seeking a Housing Coordinator to provide administrative and program support for the Housing Advocacy team in a trauma-informed setting. You will manage documentation, scheduling, client outreach, and logistical tasks to alleviate burdens on Housing Advocates, helping survivors access safe housing efficiently.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, 3–5 years in housing advocacy, and knowledge of HUD/DOH programs.