Senior Housing Stability Navigator

International Rescue Committee; California; Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 paid sick leave

10 U.S. holidays

20-25 days PTO depending on role/tenue

Medical insurance from $163/month

Dental from $6.50/month

Vision from $5/month

403(b) with employer match

Job summary

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) Sacramento is seeking a Senior Housing Stabilization Specialist to lead intake, eligibility determinations, and direct financial assistance for housing stability. You will coordinate with FEC coaches, partners, and HMIS to deliver eviction-prevention services and long-term housing strategies.

The role requires independent judgment, strong case management, and experience in housing stabilization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 3+ years of directly relevant experience in housing stabilization or social services.
• HUD Housing Counselor Certification preferred, must obtain within 6 months if not certified.
• Experience conducting intakes and eligibility assessments for low- to moderate-income households.
• Experience administering direct financial or rental assistance programs with documentation review.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive housing-focused intake and eligibility assessments for applicants seeking rental and utility assistance.
• Verify income eligibility, residency, and program documentation.
• Develop individualized housing stability plans with FEC coaches.
• Enroll eligible households into HMIS and record services accurately.
• Coordinate direct financial assistance through landlords, utilities, and vendors.
• Navigate clients through Sacramento’s rental market and affordable housing resources.

Skills

Case management

Organizational skills

Independent judgment

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Bilingual English + Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s degree

HUD Housing Counselor Certification preferred

Tools

Salesforce

HMIS

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) Sacramento is seeking a Senior Housing Stabilization Specialist to lead intake, eligibility determinations, and direct financial assistance for housing stability. You will coordinate with FEC coaches, partners, and HMIS to deliver eviction-prevention services and long-term housing strategies.

The role requires independent judgment, strong case management, and experience in housing stabilization.