Housing Stability Navigator - Shelter Services

Luther SC Ser of Metro Ny, Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Luther SC Ser of Metro Ny, Inc. in Bronx, NY seeks a Housing Specialist to assist participants at the Family Shelter in finding housing options using subsidies and community resources. This salaried, exempt role emphasizes self-sufficiency, housing stability and community integration.

The Housing Specialist conducts eligibility screening, negotiates with landlords, maintains records, and provides referrals while collaborating with agencies to meet funder expectations and support service goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum HS diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3-years' experience in human services, housing focus preferred.
• Knowledge of Housing First philosophy and NY housing programs.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assesses eligibility to determine housing and service needs.
• Identifies and removes housing barriers including budget counseling.
• Assists participants with search for properties and negotiates terms.
• Collaborates with government agencies, organizations and landlords.
• Develops and maintains housing resources and landlord relationships.
• Ensures participants understand tenant rights and responsibilities.
• Prepares logs, records and reports; completes residency letters as needed.
• Hosts on-site housing-ready workshops and follows up on cases.

Skills

Housing First philosophy

Budget counseling

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Case management

Bilingual English/Spanish

Community liaison

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in human services or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

CARES knowledge

Job description

Luther SC Ser of Metro Ny, Inc. in Bronx, NY seeks a Housing Specialist to assist participants at the Family Shelter in finding housing options using subsidies and community resources. This salaried, exempt role emphasizes self-sufficiency, housing stability and community integration.

The Housing Specialist conducts eligibility screening, negotiates with landlords, maintains records, and provides referrals while collaborating with agencies to meet funder expectations and support service goals.