Reentry Housing Navigator

Paycom; New York (NY); On-site; USD 57,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fortune Society in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a Housing Specialist to help justice-involved participants with severe mental illness secure permanent housing through comprehensive screenings and ongoing support.

You will coordinate with HPD, DHS, and HRA, assist with documentation, provide counseling, and accompany clients to viewings and move-ins while maintaining compliant records. Weekly on-site work with local housing programs; travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience with mental illness or homelessness and/or criminal justice involvement.
• Ability to navigate housing subsidies and government programs.
• Strong documentation and record-keeping skills.
• CPR/First Aid/AED/Naloxone certification required.

Responsibilities

• Accurately submit supportive housing applications through CAPS.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and maintain documentation of client services.
• Evaluate eligibility for rental subsidies and furniture/moving allowances.
• Liaise with HPD, DHS, and HRA to secure entitlements in a timely manner.
• Act as liaison between clients and landlords to mediate issues and support stability.
• Maintain audit-ready charts compliant with NYS OMH, Medicaid, and agency regs.

Skills

Communication

Crisis management

Interpersonal skills

Driving

Education

Degree in social work, psychology, rehabilitation counseling, or related human services field

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

The Fortune Society in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a Housing Specialist to help justice-involved participants with severe mental illness secure permanent housing through comprehensive screenings and ongoing support.

You will coordinate with HPD, DHS, and HRA, assist with documentation, provide counseling, and accompany clients to viewings and move-ins while maintaining compliant records. Weekly on-site work with local housing programs; travel as needed.