Housing Specialist - HUD

Care-For-the-Homeless-; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Care-For-the-Homeless- in New York City is seeking a Housing Specialist to help clients secure and maintain stable housing. You will conduct housing needs assessments, develop individualized housing plans, and work with clients, landlords, and other service providers to place people in homes.

The role requires a background in housing services or case management, 2+ years of experience, and bilingual English/Spanish is strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Public Health, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in housing services or case management.
• Knowledge of HUD regulations and HUD-funded programs preferred.
• Proficiency with EHR systems or housing management software.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work with a diverse population and respond to crises.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive housing needs assessments covering housing history, financial status, family composition, and special needs.
• Develop individualized housing plans in collaboration with case managers and providers.
• Coordinate with landlords, brokers, and service providers to facilitate housing placements.
• Monitor housing stability through regular check-ins and home visits.
• Maintain records in EHR or housing software and ensure HUD reporting compliance.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Crisis response

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

Tools

EHR systems

Housing management software

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

The Housing Specialist is responsible for assisting clients in securing and maintaining stable housing. Thisrole involves conducting housing needs assessments, developing individualized housing plans, andworking closely with clients, landlords, and other service providers to facilitate housing placements. Theideal candidate will have a strong background in housing services, case management, or a related field,and a passion for helping vulnerable populations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Client Intake and Assessment:

• Conduct comprehensive housing needs assessments covering housing history, financialstatus, family composition, and special needs.
• Document findings in an Electronic Health Record (EHR) system or housing managementsoftware.
• Assessing housing history and independent living skills of clients.

Develop Housing Plan:

• Create individualized housing plans in collaboration with case managers, social workers,and healthcare providers.
• Obtain and document client consent for housing services and information sharing.
• Help clients in identifying any negative credit history that may impact their apartmentsearch or issues with brokers and landlords
• Identifying available housing resources and maintaining an up-to-date directory of theseresources
• Individual meeting will focus on tenants’ rights, home maintenance/upkeep, andlandlord/tenant relationships.
• Develop and update housing stability plans to assist participants to obtain or maintainpermanent housing. Identify household’s strengths, needs, abilities, and preferences.

Ongoing Support and Case Management:

• Monitor housing stability through regular check-ins and home visits.
• Coordinate with other service providers to ensure a holistic approach to client support.
• Identify and make referrals to community resources including but not limited topreventive services, long-term case management programs, benefits assistance,SSI/SSDI, mental and physical healthcare, pantries, hospitals and Homebase to maintainstable housing.

Compliance and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in EHR or housing management software.
• Ensure compliance with HUD regulations and reporting requirements.
• Prepare and submit reports for HUD grant compliance.
• Perform additional tasks as required, supporting the organization's ongoing operations.
• Carry out other duties as assigned by Senior Care Coordinator and/or ManagingProgram Manager.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Public Health, or a related field preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in housing services, case management, or a similarrole.
• Knowledge of HUD regulations and experience with HUD-funded programs (preferred).
• Proficiency in using Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems or housing managementsoftware.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse population.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to respond to crises.

Skill Sets:

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong PC skills including Word & Excel

Pay: $55,000

Languages:

• Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly preferred.