Housing Stability Specialist

Greater Nashua Mental Health; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Greater Nashua Mental Health is seeking a Housing Specialist in Nashua, NH to help adults with serious mental illness secure and maintain safe, affordable housing. You will work with clinical teams, landlords, and community partners to navigate housing resources and support long-term independence.

The role involves assessing housing needs, coordinating opportunities, assisting with subsidy applications, and guiding budgeting and tenancy responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or related field is required.
• 1–2 years of experience in human services, housing, or case management.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Knowledge of housing subsidy programs preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain professional boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Conduct housing assessments and help clients identify housing options.
• Coordinate and facilitate housing opportunities through outreach and development activities.
• Assist clients with completing housing and subsidy applications and gather documentation.
• Outreach to landlords and property managers to expand opportunities.
• Schedule and support clients with apartment viewings and interviews.
• Assist clients in securing and maintaining affordable housing.
• Conduct apartment inspections to ensure standards.
• Support clients with rent payments and tenancy responsibilities.
• Provide guidance on budgeting and household management.
• Mediate landlord-tenant concerns and provide ongoing support.
• Facilitate annual recertifications and monitor subsidy eligibility.
• Collaborate with treatment teams and community agencies to prevent homelessness.
• Maintain documentation of housing services and subsidies.
• Connect clients to additional resources as needed.
• Ensure confidentiality and compliance with policies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Advocacy

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Greater Nashua Mental Health is seeking a Housing Specialist in Nashua, NH to help adults with serious mental illness secure and maintain safe, affordable housing. You will work with clinical teams, landlords, and community partners to navigate housing resources and support long-term independence.

The role involves assessing housing needs, coordinating opportunities, assisting with subsidy applications, and guiding budgeting and tenancy responsibilities.