Remote Housing Access Specialist

State of North Carolina - Health & Human Services; North Carolina; On-site; USD 53,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work option

Job summary

The Housing Assessor at the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Aging and Adult Services, partners with MFP Transition Teams, providers, and landlords to expand access to affordable and accessible housing for individuals with disabilities. This field-based role supports the Olmstead Plan by guiding referrals and coordinating housing resources.

Reporting to the Section Chief of Housing and Homeless Programs, you will manage referrals, matching, waitlists, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a human service field.
• Experience in housing programs or related policy is preferred.
• Ability to analyze data and coordinate across agencies.

Responsibilities

• Review and process housing referrals for affordable and accessible housing resources.
• Match housing units, subsidies, and resources with individuals based on needs.
• Manage waitlists and track housing resources in program systems.
• Provide technical assistance on housing resources and fair housing requirements.
• Coordinate placements with referral agencies and property management.
• Assist with conflict resolution for housing applicants and tenants.
• Participate in housing team meetings and program improvement initiatives.
• Develop and support training for property managers and partners.

Education

Bachelor's degree in public service administration, psychology, sociology, or social work or a human service programmatic field

Bachelor's degree and two years administrative/consultative experience in a human service program

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

The Housing Assessor at the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Aging and Adult Services, partners with MFP Transition Teams, providers, and landlords to expand access to affordable and accessible housing for individuals with disabilities. This field-based role supports the Olmstead Plan by guiding referrals and coordinating housing resources.

Reporting to the Section Chief of Housing and Homeless Programs, you will manage referrals, matching, waitlists, and