Housing Stability Advocate

Mental Illness Recovery Center; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

EAP

Health, dental, vision insurance

Health Savings Account

Life insurance

Long-term disability

401(k) match

Job summary

Mental Illness Recovery Center (MIRCI) is seeking a Housing Navigator to assist individuals facing homelessness or housing instability in finding and sustaining permanent housing. The role involves coordinating housing services, educating on subsidies, and building partnerships with landlords, property managers, and community groups.

The position supports program participants through housing planning, transitions, and ongoing stability, with essential data entry in HMIS/EPIC and adherence to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Knowledge of housing resources or ability to acquire within 45 days.
• Two years of real estate or property management preferred, but not required.
• Lived experience of homelessness preferred, but not required.
• Valid South Carolina driver's license and good driving record.
• Defensive driving and CPR/First-Aid certification required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for landlords and property managers, building relationships to connect landlords, tenants, and case managers for MIRCI participants.
• Develop rapport with property managers and participants experiencing homelessness.
• Provide education, guidance, advocacy, and referrals tailored to each client's circumstances.
• Conduct comprehensive housing assessments and planning, and accompany clients on housing searches.
• Support participants through transitions to maintain stability and housing.
• Coordinate with case managers on engagement plans and document service agreements.
• Maintain records in HMIS and EPIC, including required statistics.

Skills

Housing programs

HMIS proficiency

Motivational interviewing

Communication skills

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Mental Illness Recovery Center (MIRCI) is seeking a Housing Navigator to assist individuals facing homelessness or housing instability in finding and sustaining permanent housing. The role involves coordinating housing services, educating on subsidies, and building partnerships with landlords, property managers, and community groups.

The position supports program participants through housing planning, transitions, and ongoing stability, with essential data entry in HMIS/EPIC and adherence to