Housing Stability Specialist — Empower Residents

Father-Joe; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plan options

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Wellness programs

Employee assistance resources

Job summary

Father Joe’s Villages in San Diego is seeking a Housing Specialist I/II to help individuals and families maintain stable housing, navigate leases, and connect with community resources. This full-time role supports Permanent Supportive Housing with a Housing First, trauma-informed, strengths-based approach, and offers opportunities to grow in tenancy services, landlord engagement, and client advocacy.

Starting pay ranges from $20 to $25.30 per hour, with benefits including health coverage,

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent in social services or related field.
• Experience in housing services or case management preferred.
• Ability to travel to housing sites.

Responsibilities

• Provide housing stabilization and tenancy support to residents in Permanent Supportive Housing.
• Maintain regular contact with residents and address housing-related concerns.
• Help residents understand lease requirements, tenant responsibilities, and program expectations.
• Connect residents with healthcare, behavioral health, benefits, and community resources.
• Partner with landlords and property managers to support successful tenancies.
• Conduct housing visits and other community-based activities.
• Maintain accurate and timely case notes, housing records, and required documentation.
• Collaborate with internal teams and community partners to coordinate services.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Associate’s degree in Social Services or related field

Job description

Father Joe’s Villages in San Diego is seeking a Housing Specialist I/II to help individuals and families maintain stable housing, navigate leases, and connect with community resources. This full-time role supports Permanent Supportive Housing with a Housing First, trauma-informed, strengths-based approach, and offers opportunities to grow in tenancy services, landlord engagement, and client advocacy.

Starting pay ranges from $20 to $25.30 per hour, with benefits including health coverage,