LA Housing Navigator: Secure Permanent Housing & Support

Blehealth, Llc; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Blehealth, Llc is seeking a Housing Navigator to provide diversion, housing-focused case management, community referrals, and housing placement services for families. The role involves collaborating with housing agencies, performing assessments, developing individualized housing plans, and assisting with applications, documentation, and subsidies.

The position emphasizes advocacy, landlord engagement, and moving families toward stable, affordable housing with linked supports as needed.

Qualifications

• Paraprofessional with at least 2 years of experience or Associates Degree in a social service field.
• Experience working with individuals and/or families experiencing homelessness and case management experience preferred.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred but not required.
• Must have a vehicle.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Computer literacy with Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Form and foster relationships with housing agencies and permanent housing providers.
• Partner with housing agencies to offer permanent housing options including supportive housing.
• Connect and assist Members in obtaining permanent housing.
• Coordinate with Members in accessible settings per MCP guidelines.
• Conduct intake and housing-focused assessments to develop individualized plans.
• Perform tenant screening and assess housing barriers.
• Develop and implement housing support plans with measurable goals.
• Search for housing and present options to Members.
• Assist with housing applications and required documentation.
• Assist with benefits advocacy including SSI eligibility processing.
• Identify and secure rental subsidies and other financial assistance.
• Coordinate non-medical transportation to facilitate housing access.
• Provide housing-related education to tenants and landlords.
• Ensure safe, move-in ready living environments.
• Advocate with landlords and support tenancy to prevent eviction.
• Coordinate move-in details and tenancy logistics.
• Monitor lease compliance and regular housing retention planning.
• Conduct health and safety visits and unit habitability checks.
• Provide independent living and budgeting training.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Cultural competence

Motivational interviewing

Case management

Computer literacy

Education

Paraprofessional with 2+ years or Associate's in social service, LCSW, or MSW

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Blehealth, Llc is seeking a Housing Navigator to provide diversion, housing-focused case management, community referrals, and housing placement services for families. The role involves collaborating with housing agencies, performing assessments, developing individualized housing plans, and assisting with applications, documentation, and subsidies.

The position emphasizes advocacy, landlord engagement, and moving families toward stable, affordable housing with linked supports as needed.