Housing Stability Advocate

DOORWAYS; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement savings and matching

Mileage reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

DOORWAYS is seeking an Own Home Housing Stability Coordinator to support individuals facing housing instability and related barriers. The role focuses on assessments, care planning, and coordinating services across housing, health, and welfare systems.

You will work with case managers, landlords, and community partners to help clients achieve stable housing, while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism in crisis situations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field preferred.
• Experience in social services, housing programs, or related systems preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Receive and process requests for financial assistance, housing support, and related client services.
• Complete intake forms, assessments, care plans, progress notes, and case notes accurately.
• Use SCOUT, CaseWorthy, and other databases for recording services and progress notes.
• Provide frequent engagement with clients to support housing stability and access to resources.
• Coordinate and facilitate support teams to develop client-centered housing stability plans.
• Navigate housing searches with clients using a rapid rehousing approach when appropriate.
• Assist clients in obtaining resources from community agencies and make referrals as needed.
• Attend community meetings related to housing and supportive services.
• Maintain relationships with referring case managers, landlords, and health/behavioral health providers.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Organization

Time management

Multitasking

Problem-solving

De-escalation

Microsoft Office

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

Tools

SCOUT

CaseWorthy

Job description

DOORWAYS is seeking an Own Home Housing Stability Coordinator to support individuals facing housing instability and related barriers. The role focuses on assessments, care planning, and coordinating services across housing, health, and welfare systems.

You will work with case managers, landlords, and community partners to help clients achieve stable housing, while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism in crisis situations.