Housing Stability Navigator - Remote

Community Housing Network; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision

Flexible Spending

401k

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

Voluntary Benefits

Vacation & Leave

Job summary

Community Housing Network is seeking a Housing Stability Coordinator in Michigan to provide strength-based housing case management and empower participants through problem-solving conversations. You will engage with program participants, partners, and staff to promote housing stability within the Coordinated Entry system.

The role emphasizes Housing First principles, trauma-informed care, and collaboration with a wide range of community resources. Travel is required within service areas.

Qualifications

• Experience in case management or related field preferred.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with experience interacting effectively with vulnerable populations.
• Lived experience; or Bachelor's degree in social work or human services related field; or two years of human service-related experience and/or training.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of the Coordinated Entry System and other community resources and services related to housing and supports is essential.
• Must possess proficient computer skills, be well organized, proactive, and self-directed.
• Must also be attentive to details and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver's license and personal automobile coverage limits minimum: Bodily Injury $100,000 each person, $300,000 each occurrence.
• Commitment to confidentiality, integrity, and adherence to organizational values.
• Adhere to agency policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate exceptional communication and organizational skills.
• Maintain a positive and respectful attitude.
• Demonstrate flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize workload.
• Have a strong work ethic that equally prioritizes the needs of participants and the needs of the organization.
• Proactively and effectively communicate the knowledge gained from education/trainings/conferences to others in the organization through the use of presentations, emails, and conversations.
• Execute all duties within the framework of Housing First and trauma-informed care principles.
• Prioritize cultural understanding, respect, resilience, adaptability, conflict resolution, and resourcefulness.
• Upholds organizations core values of integrity, inclusion, innovation, passion and vision within our organization and the people we serve.

Responsibilities

• Meet program participants to complete required paperwork and conduct a full assessment for the applicable grant funding and resources.
• Provide housing case management services following Critical Time Intervention and Housing First models using a strength-based, person-centered approach.
• Develop individualized housing stability plans in collaboration with the participant receiving services.
• Explore long term affordable housing opportunities for program participants.
• Conduct monthly home visits with housed program participants to review housing goals, continued eligibility, and exit planning.
• Document all case notes within the Homeless Management Information System per grant and agency requirements.
• Explore, identify, and link program participants to community resources related to their unique household needs.
• Participate in community-based activities when appropriate, representing Community Housing Network at community forums, workgroups, and events as requested.Some activities may include evening and weekend hours.
• Continue to refine skills and stay abreast of best practices and program changes through additional training and community events.
• Navigate participant general and emergency support as needed.

Skills

Case management

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or human services related field

Two years of human service-related experience and/or training

Tools

Coordinated Entry System

Job description

Community Housing Network is seeking a Housing Stability Coordinator in Michigan to provide strength-based housing case management and empower participants through problem-solving conversations. You will engage with program participants, partners, and staff to promote housing stability within the Coordinated Entry system.

The role emphasizes Housing First principles, trauma-informed care, and collaboration with a wide range of community resources. Travel is required within service areas.