Housing Specialist

Jobtailor; California (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a dedicated Housing Case Manager to assist individuals and families in locating, securing, and maintaining stable housing within Monterey County. You will conduct assessments, intake interviews, document using digital case management systems, and coordinate with landlords and partners to promote housing stability.

Strong communication, organizational skills, and computer literacy are essential.

Qualifications

• Residence in Monterey, Santa Cruz, or San Benito County (Monterey preferred).
• Valid driver’s license.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to travel locally as needed.
• Strong computer literacy.
• Comfort using cloud-based platforms, databases, and communication tools.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Passion for helping others and promoting community well-being.
• Prior experience in social services, housing support, or case management is preferred but not required.
• Real estate license is not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals and families in locating, securing, and maintaining stable housing.
• Conduct virtual and in-person housing assessments and intake interviews.
• Coordinate with landlords, property managers, and housing programs to secure housing opportunities.
• Maintain accurate documentation and case notes using digital case management systems.
• Support clients in understanding rental agreements, housing responsibilities, and tenant rights.
• Conduct follow-ups to ensure ongoing housing stability.
• Collaborate with internal team members and external partners to provide wraparound support services.
• Attend occasional in-person meetings, property visits, or community events within the servicing county.
• Perform light travel and driving for housing-related appointments or community outreach.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Ability to travel locally

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Digital Case Management Systems

Cloud-Based Platforms

Databases

Communication Tools

Job description

• Assist individuals and families in locating, securing, and maintaining stable housing
• Conduct virtual and in-person housing assessments and intake interviews
• Coordinate with landlords, property managers, and housing programs to secure housing opportunities
• Maintain accurate documentation and case notes using digital case management systems
• Support clients in understanding rental agreements, housing responsibilities, and tenant rights
• Conduct follow-ups to ensure ongoing housing stability
• Collaborate with internal team members and external partners to provide wraparound support services
• Attend occasional in-person meetings, property visits, or community events within the servicing county
• Perform light travel and driving for housing-related appointments or community outreach

Requirements

• Must reside in Monterey, Santa Cruz, or San Benito County; Monterey preferred
• Valid driver’s license
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to travel locally as needed
• Strong computer literacy
• Comfort using cloud-based platforms, databases, and communication tools
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Passion for helping others and promoting community well-being
• Prior experience in social services, housing support, or case management is preferred but not required
• Real estate license is not required

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in housing support and case management, with strong skills in conducting assessments, maintaining documentation, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure client housing stability.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Housing Assessments
• Case Management
• Interpersonal Skills
• Organizational Skills
• Computer Literacy

Hard Skills

• Housing Support
• Documentation Management
• Intake Interviews
• Client Follow-ups
• Rental Agreement Understanding

Soft Skills

• Communication Skills
• Passion for Helping Others

Certifications & Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

• Social Services
• Community Outreach
• Tenant Rights
• Housing Stability
• Property Management

Tools & Technologies

• Digital Case Management Systems
• Cloud-Based Platforms
• Databases
• Communication Tools