Veteran Housing Navigator — Housing-First Support

Jericho-Project; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Jericho Project in New York City is seeking a Housing Specialist to assist very low‑income veterans in identifying safe, affordable housing. You will develop housing leads through community agencies, landlords, and brokers willing to accept program participants with little or no income.

Based in Manhattan, you will coordinate with the VA, NYCHA, HPD, and HRA to secure and maintain housing quickly, provide hands‑on counseling, help with applications, financial assistance requests, and landlord

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; higher degree preferred though extensive experience may substitute.
• 2–3 years relevant experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and housing program knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct housing intakes and assessments for veterans using Housing-First approach.
• Develop relationships with landlords, brokers, and real estate agencies.
• Provide housing counseling and placement assistance, including viewings and inspections.
• Assist with housing applications and documentation for approvals.
• Advocate with landlords to secure suitable housing.
• Secure resources for deposits, broker fees, moving costs, and household items.
• Collaborate with Jericho Project team as a housing resource expert.
• Serve as point-of-contact for landlords to resolve issues.
• Assist clients with housing vouchers (HUD VASH, Section 8, City vouchers).
• Prepare monthly housing placements statistics.

Skills

Independent work

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Multi-tasking

Field work experience

Education

High school diploma

Associate/Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

AWARDS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Jericho Project in New York City is seeking a Housing Specialist to assist very low‑income veterans in identifying safe, affordable housing. You will develop housing leads through community agencies, landlords, and brokers willing to accept program participants with little or no income.

Based in Manhattan, you will coordinate with the VA, NYCHA, HPD, and HRA to secure and maintain housing quickly, provide hands‑on counseling, help with applications, financial assistance requests, and landlord