Housing Programs Coordinator

Ali Forney Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 34,095 - 48,560; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with up to 5% employer match

Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

The Ali Forney Center (AFC) protects LGBTQ+ youth from homelessness and helps them build the tools needed to live independently. AFC provides housing, healthcare, and educational support to thousands of youth each year, creating an affirming, supportive environment where LGBTQ+ youth can thrive.

The Housing Program Coordinator role supports day-to-day operations across housing programs, serving as a central point of coordination between staff and leadership, ensuring accurate information,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of one year of experience providing administrative, operational, programmatic or coordination support in a residential housing, nonprofit or social services environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines and administrative systems simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate information clearly and professionally across multiple levels of an organization.

Responsibilities

• Maintain & organize: Client charts, Log Books, Incident report binders, Group notes & program documentation.
• Track & manage OMNY cards, petty cash & check requests.
• Support data entry and reporting needs.
• Support Director of Housing Programs with calendar management & scheduling.
• Manage inventory tracking (food, supplies, program materials).
• Submit & follow up on IT and facilities work orders.
• Ensure sites remain stocked and organized.
• Support scheduling of groups & activities.
• Assist with intake preparation & orientation logistics.
• Help coordinate training and meetings.
• Work with Youth Counselors on creation of groups/activities.
• Provide shift coverage as needed.
• Support staff during high-need periods or gaps while maintaining primary administrative responsibilities.
• Serve as a communication liaison between program staff and housing leadership to promote clear, timely and consistent communication.

Skills

Administrative coordination

Data entry

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

The Ali Forney Center (AFC) protects LGBTQ+ youth from homelessness and helps them build the tools needed to live independently. AFC provides housing, healthcare, and educational support to thousands of youth each year, creating an affirming, supportive environment where LGBTQ+ youth can thrive.

The Housing Program Coordinator role supports day-to-day operations across housing programs, serving as a central point of coordination between staff and leadership, ensuring accurate information,