Housing Stability Advocate – Rapid Rehousing

Ywca Tulsa Inc; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

YWCA Tulsa is seeking a Housing Caseworker to support Rapid Rehousing (RRH) programs, connecting homeless individuals and families to permanent housing and supportive services. The role uses Housing First principles, Progressive Engagement, motivational interviewing, trauma‑informed practices, and strengths‑based goal setting.

Ideal candidates will have experience with high-need populations and complex behavioral needs, working in community-based case management.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build rapport with diverse individuals.
• Cultural humility and nonjudgmental communication.
• Collaborative approach with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide services with empathy and professionalism.
• Manage a caseload of 15 clients and conduct in-depth assessments.
• Assist with documentation: birth certificates, IDs, Social Security, and benefits applications.
• Support move‑in processes and secure household items.
• Advocate for equitable access to services and benefits.
• Connect clients to community resources and follow up regularly.
• Encourage self-sufficiency and budgeting with clients.
• Coordinate housing stability through job and education opportunities.

Skills

Communication skills

Rapport building

Cultural sensitivity

Team collaboration

Job description

YWCA Tulsa is seeking a Housing Caseworker to support Rapid Rehousing (RRH) programs, connecting homeless individuals and families to permanent housing and supportive services. The role uses Housing First principles, Progressive Engagement, motivational interviewing, trauma‑informed practices, and strengths‑based goal setting.

Ideal candidates will have experience with high-need populations and complex behavioral needs, working in community-based case management.