Permanent Housing Advocate

Housing Works; New York (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Housing Works in New York, NY seeks a Housing Specialist to assist shelter residents in securing permanent housing and achieving successful exits from shelter through housing search, landlord engagement, subsidy utilization, and housing placement activities.

The role focuses on securing opportunities using CityFHEPS, Section 8, NYCHA, HASA, and other subsidies, while building strong landlord partnerships and coordinating housing packages for clients.

Qualifications

• Experience assisting shelter residents with housing applications and settlement.
• Familiarity with CityFHEPS, Section 8, NYCHA, HASA or similar housing subsidies.
• Strong advocacy and coordination with housing partners and case managers.

Responsibilities

• Secure permanent housing opportunities for shelter residents by assisting clients with CityFHEPS, Section 8, NYCHA, HASA, and supportive housing applications.
• Build and maintain landlord, broker, and housing provider partnerships, coordinate apartment viewings and housing packages.
• Prepare housing placement reports and performance data for management review.
• Provide advocacy with government agencies, landlords, and community partners on behalf of clients.
• Coordinate with Case Managers and Social Services staff to address barriers to housing placement.

Job description

Housing Works in New York, NY seeks a Housing Specialist to assist shelter residents in securing permanent housing and achieving successful exits from shelter through housing search, landlord engagement, subsidy utilization, and housing placement activities.

The role focuses on securing opportunities using CityFHEPS, Section 8, NYCHA, HASA, and other subsidies, while building strong landlord partnerships and coordinating housing packages for clients.