Permanent Housing Navigator

Goddard Riverside Community Center; Elmhurst (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Baxter Safe Haven, operated by Goddard Riverside Community Center, in New York, seeks a Housing Specialist to secure stable, permanent housing for clients. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm, with salary range $45,233.87–$50,259.86, based on experience and qualifications.

The role requires strong collaboration with an interdisciplinary team and crisis-response skills. Responsibilities include eligibility assessments, client goal setting, housing applications, workshops, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Proficiency in Spanish and English preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of an interdisciplinary team to promote wellness and help clients obtain stable, permanent housing.
• Conduct housing eligibility assessments for all clients.
• Meet with clients to establish goals, monitor and assess progress.
• Complete housing application packages (2010Es, voucher applications, and Housing Connect).
• Prepare and coach clients to complete housing interviews.
• Develop and facilitate client workshops and individual sessions on skills and information necessary to acquire and maintain independent permanent housing.
• Work with clients to break down barriers they have to meet their goals.
• Respond quickly and appropriately in crisis situations.
• Track placements and conduct follow up on clients placed into permanent housing.
• Develop and maintain appropriate records and documentation of services to clients.
• Participate in weekly staff meetings, case conferences, training programs and supervision meetings.
• Maintain an active listing of housing opportunities.
• Negotiate with landlords and other service providers to ensure stable housing.
• Accompany clients to housing related appointments such as apartment viewings, housing interviews, and apartment inspections as needed.
• Connect with outside housing providers/resources (landlords, brokers, DHS, HPD, HASA, and other housing providers).
• Other duties as required to ensure the overall operation of the program.

Job description

The Baxter Safe Haven, operated by Goddard Riverside Community Center, in New York, seeks a Housing Specialist to secure stable, permanent housing for clients. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm, with salary range $45,233.87–$50,259.86, based on experience and qualifications.

The role requires strong collaboration with an interdisciplinary team and crisis-response skills. Responsibilities include eligibility assessments, client goal setting, housing applications, workshops, and