Housing Stability Case Manager: Empowering Safe Homes

SEVCA; Vermont; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

SEVCA in Vermont is seeking a Housing Stabilization Case Manager who works directly with individuals and families facing homelessness to move toward safe, stable housing. The role emphasizes dignity, patience, and collaboration within the Family Services team, with responsibilities across intake, planning, and service navigation.

The position involves meeting clients in temporary housing, building individualized plans, connecting them with financial assistance, and coordinating with housing

Qualifications

• Experience in a human services role with housing instability or poverty.
• Commitment to treating clients with dignity and respect.
• Strong listening, questioning, and communication abilities.
• Ability to manage caseloads and meet documentation deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Initiates contact with newly referred clients promptly and conducts initial meetings to establish trust.
• Performs needs assessments using approved tools and documents housing history, income, health, and support systems.
• Develops collaborative housing plans and tracks progress toward transitional or permanent housing.
• Assists with subsidized and market-rate housing applications and advocates with landlords when needed.
• Provides referrals to related services and coordinates with partners to ensure holistic support.
• Mantains accurate HMIS records and completes required program reporting.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Caseload management

Documentation skills

Client-centered approach

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary education in social work or human services

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

Tools

HMIS

Job description

SEVCA in Vermont is seeking a Housing Stabilization Case Manager who works directly with individuals and families facing homelessness to move toward safe, stable housing. The role emphasizes dignity, patience, and collaboration within the Family Services team, with responsibilities across intake, planning, and service navigation.

The position involves meeting clients in temporary housing, building individualized plans, connecting them with financial assistance, and coordinating with housing