Trauma-Informed Housing Stability Specialist

Mercy House; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Paycom - ATS is seeking a Housing Navigator in Santa Barbara, CA to support shelter clients through assessments, housing plans, referrals, and advocacy. The role emphasizes trauma-informed care and harm reduction while coordinating with external agencies and maintaining detailed client records.

The position requires creating individualized service plans, managing a caseload, and assisting clients in securing housing, employment linkage, and access to community services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field preferred.
• Experience with homeless individuals or related life experience valued.
• Strong confidentiality and ethics in case management.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a caseload of 22–30 individuals.
• Conduct housing navigation assessments within seven days.
• Assist clients with documents to secure housing.
• Provide crisis intervention and housing placement support.
• Document thoroughly in client files and HMIS.

Skills

Case management

Crisis intervention

Trauma-informed care

Advocacy

Documentation

Cultural competence

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services or related field

Tools

HMIS

MS Office

Job description

Paycom - ATS is seeking a Housing Navigator in Santa Barbara, CA to support shelter clients through assessments, housing plans, referrals, and advocacy. The role emphasizes trauma-informed care and harm reduction while coordinating with external agencies and maintaining detailed client records.

The position requires creating individualized service plans, managing a caseload, and assisting clients in securing housing, employment linkage, and access to community services.