Housing Stability Navigator: Homeownership & Financial Aid

Pittsburgh Tomorrow; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Pittsburgh Hispanic Development Corporation (PHDC) seeks a Homeownership and Financial Assistance Navigator to guide individuals and families through rental assistance, housing stabilization, and homeownership programs in Pittsburgh. You will conduct intake, assess eligibility, and develop personalized action plans in collaboration with housing partners.

You will coordinate with counselors, lenders, and real estate professionals, maintain accurate records, and provide culturally responsive,

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in social work or related field.
• Experience in housing navigation or social services is preferred.
• Professional proficiency in spoken and written English and Spanish.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple client cases with deadlines.
• Excellent organizational, time-management, documentation, and recordkeeping skills.
• Able to explain complex processes and requirements clearly.
• Maintain professional boundaries and protect confidential information.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Willingness to work full-time with occasional evenings or weekends.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for rental or homeownership assistance.
• Conduct intake and assess housing needs, income, priorities, barriers, and goals.
• Review preliminary eligibility for PHDC housing services and external programs.
• Develop individualized housing plans with clear timelines and actions.
• Coordinate with housing counselors, lenders, and real estate professionals.
• Maintain confidential client records and ensure privacy.
• Assist clients with applications for city, county, nonprofit and private programs.
• Track deadlines, submissions, approvals, and follow-up needs.
• Provide trauma-informed, client-centered assistance.
• Explain program requirements and next steps clearly.

Skills

Bilingual EN/ES

Case management

Communication

Trauma-informed

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree or higher in social work or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Pittsburgh Hispanic Development Corporation (PHDC) seeks a Homeownership and Financial Assistance Navigator to guide individuals and families through rental assistance, housing stabilization, and homeownership programs in Pittsburgh. You will conduct intake, assess eligibility, and develop personalized action plans in collaboration with housing partners.

You will coordinate with counselors, lenders, and real estate professionals, maintain accurate records, and provide culturally responsive,