Housing Stability Advocate & Community Support Specialist

Adult & Child Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Benefits package

Training & development

Career growth

Supportive culture

Job summary

Adult & Child Health is seeking a Community Support Specialist (Housing Focus) in Indianapolis to help individuals find stability through housing and access to community resources. You will advocate, coordinate services, and support independent living in a hands-on, community-based role.

The ideal candidate brings a degree in social services or related field, or relevant experience, and can travel within the community while maintaining compassionate, client-centered care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Criminal Justice, Human Services or related field.
• Experience with individuals with mental health or substance use challenges is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation; willingness to travel within the community.

Responsibilities

• Help clients find, secure, and maintain housing.
• Build and maintain relationships with landlords and housing partners.
• Connect clients to healthcare, employment, education, and social resources.
• Advocate for clients to ensure access to needed services.
• Support development of independent living skills and coping strategies.
• Coordinate services with treatment teams and community partners.
• Document services timely and accurately; follow-up with clients and referral sources.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Independence

Organization

Compassionate approach

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work / Psychology / Counseling / Criminal Justice / Human Services

Job description

Adult & Child Health is seeking a Community Support Specialist (Housing Focus) in Indianapolis to help individuals find stability through housing and access to community resources. You will advocate, coordinate services, and support independent living in a hands-on, community-based role.

The ideal candidate brings a degree in social services or related field, or relevant experience, and can travel within the community while maintaining compassionate, client-centered care.