Housing Stabilization Specialist

Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

11 Paid Holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Annual and Sick Leave

Employee discount programs

Virginia Retirement System (VRS)

Job summary

The Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board (H-NNCSB) is seeking a compassionate Housing Stabilization Specialist to help adults obtain and maintain safe, stable housing. You will partner with individuals who are homeless or have histories of incarceration or psychiatric hospitalizations to empower independence and improve quality of life.

Responsibilities include assessing housing needs, developing stabilization plans, coordinating with landlords and service providers, and maintaining

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human services or related field.
• At least 1 year of case management experience including housing resources.
• Experience serving adults with mental health, developmental disabilities, substance use disorders and co-occurring conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assess housing needs and develop individualized stabilization plans.
• Assist clients in locating, securing, and maintaining housing.
• Conduct home visits to monitor stability and provide ongoing support.
• Teach budgeting and independent living skills; explain tenant responsibilities.
• Coordinate with landlords, behavioral health providers, and community partners.
• Maintain documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Advocate for clients to overcome barriers to housing and community integration.

Skills

Case management

Housing resource coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Services (Social Work, Psychology, Sociology or Counseling)

Job description

Annual Salary: $49,284

Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 am-5:00 pm

Help Individuals Find Stability Through Housing

The Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board (H-NNCSB) is seeking a compassionate Housing Stabilization Specialist to help adults with mental health, developmental disabilities, substance use disorders, and co-occurring conditions obtain and maintain safe, stable housing.

In this rewarding role, you will partner with individuals who who are homeless, have past incarcerations, may live in group homes, and/or have frequent psychiatric hospitalizations. Your work will empower clients to achieve greater independence while improving their quality of life.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Services such as Social Work, Psychology, Sociology or Counseling.
• One (1) year case management experience including housing resource for adults with mental health, developmental disabilities, substance use disorders and co-occurring disorders.

What You'll Do

As a Housing Stabilization Specialist, you will provide case management and housing support services that promote long-term housing success.

Responsibilities Include

• Assess clients’ housing needs and develop individualized housing stabilization plans.
• Assist individuals in locating, securing, and maintaining safe and affordable housing.
• Conduct home and community visits to monitor housing stability and provide ongoing support.
• Teach independent living skills, including budgeting, tenant responsibilities, and accessing community resources.
• Coordinate services with landlords, property managers, behavioral health providers, social service agencies, and community partners.
• Maintain accurate documentation, service plans, and progress notes in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Advocate for clients while helping them overcome barriers to housing and community integration.

WHY WORK WITH US?

We Offer a Competitive And Well-rounded Benefits Package, Including

• 11 Paid Holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Annual and Sick Leave
• Employee discount programs
• Participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)

The selected candidate must successfully pass a criminal history fingerprint background investigation, DMV record check, Child Registry search, drug screening test and employment reference checks.