Housing Stability & Sustainability Coordinator

FRONT ST MASTER; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

FRONT ST MASTER in Santa Cruz, CA seeks a Housing Navigator to assist individuals in sustaining housing secured through Central Coast Alliance Housing Navigation services. You will provide case management, planning, services, monitoring, and coordination with other agencies to support housing stability.

The role focuses on early identification of at-risk situations, budgeting instruction, and advocacy to connect tenants with resources.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work or related field.
• Two years' experience in social services.
• Understanding of Santa Cruz County housing/rental market.
• English reading, speaking, writing proficient.

Responsibilities

• Provide housing tenancy and sustaining services.
• Identify and intervene for behaviors jeopardizing housing.
• Educate tenants on rights, responsibilities, and budget skills.
• Coordinate with landlords and case management providers.
• Advocate and link to community resources to prevent eviction.
• Assist with benefits advocacy and SSI documentation.
• Review and update crisis or housing support plans.

Skills

Case management

Tenant advocacy

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Two years' experience in social services

Job description

FRONT ST MASTER in Santa Cruz, CA seeks a Housing Navigator to assist individuals in sustaining housing secured through Central Coast Alliance Housing Navigation services. You will provide case management, planning, services, monitoring, and coordination with other agencies to support housing stability.

The role focuses on early identification of at-risk situations, budgeting instruction, and advocacy to connect tenants with resources.