Housing Stability Navigator (Bilingual)

The Salvation Army; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Los Angeles seeks a Housing Navigator to design and implement housing plans for program participants, facilitate housing skills, and coordinate with external resources. You will identify housing opportunities, negotiate rentals, accompany families to appointments, monitor progress, and ensure compliance with local and federal housing programs such as Section 8 and Rapid Rehousing.

The role requires strong case management, bilingual English/Spanish, and a valid California

Qualifications

• BA in human services or AA with four years’ experience (or equivalent five years’ experience).
• Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred.
• Must possess a valid Class C California Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Provides strength-based case management and service coordination designed to assist clients in obtaining and maintaining stable housing.
• Monitor, implement and enforce program policies using evidence-based practices such as intensive case management and housing first practices.
• Develop relationships and partnerships with landlords or property managers to secure housing opportunities.
• Maintain inventory of housing opportunities: low-income housing, government permanent housing, and affordable housing.
• Provide linkage to community resources to promote long-term housing retention.
• Understand local and federal housing programs used by LA County providers (e.g., Rapid Rehousing, Section 8).
• Monitor participant progress through monthly follow ups and develop individual housing plans.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

HMIS experience

Driver's license

Education

BA in human services

AA with four years experience

equivalent five years experience

Job description

The Salvation Army in Los Angeles seeks a Housing Navigator to design and implement housing plans for program participants, facilitate housing skills, and coordinate with external resources. You will identify housing opportunities, negotiate rentals, accompany families to appointments, monitor progress, and ensure compliance with local and federal housing programs such as Section 8 and Rapid Rehousing.

The role requires strong case management, bilingual English/Spanish, and a valid California