Housing Stability & Eviction Prevention Specialist

Hom,-Inc.; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Housing Specialist – Prevention administers homelessness prevention and eviction prevention financial assistance for programs where HOM serves as Central Fiscal Administrator, including the Santa Monica Renter Aid program with The People Concern, the PATH-led RPHP collaborative, and LACAHSA’s RenterAid program.

This position serves as HOM’s primary liaison to the service provider partners, case managers, and legal service partners who refer households for rental assistance and stabilization

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in human services or related field.
• Experience with housing assistance programs and tenant support.
• Knowledge of Los Angeles County eviction procedures is preferred.
• Experience coordinating with legal service providers is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Serve as HOM’s liaison to provider partners, case managers, and legal partners.
• Review referrals for eligibility, completeness, and cost allowability.
• Verify landlord, unit, and tenancy details and move approved payments to disbursement.
• Escalate issues to Housing Supervisor with concrete examples.
• Coordinate with legal services to address eviction timelines and protections.

Skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Housing programs knowledge

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Clear written and verbal communication

De-escalation and trauma-informed care

Collaboration across teams

Negotiation under time pressure

Legal service coordination

Education

Associate or Bachelor in human services or related field

Tools

HMIS/Clarity

Padmission Journey

Job description

The Housing Specialist – Prevention administers homelessness prevention and eviction prevention financial assistance for programs where HOM serves as Central Fiscal Administrator, including the Santa Monica Renter Aid program with The People Concern, the PATH-led RPHP collaborative, and LACAHSA’s RenterAid program.

This position serves as HOM’s primary liaison to the service provider partners, case managers, and legal service partners who refer households for rental assistance and stabilization