West Philly Community Housing Outreach Specialist

AchieveAbility; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

ACHIEVEability in West Philadelphia is seeking a Community Housing Connector to engage residents and connect them with housing resources, City programs, and community services. You will help residents navigate referrals, paperwork, and documentation while representing the organization at events.

The role requires strong communication, comfort with door-to-door outreach, and the ability to work evenings and weekends, contributing to improved housing stability and resident well-being.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in community outreach, customer service, social services, housing services, or related fields.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Comfort engaging residents in community settings.
• Basic computer and data-entry skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct door-to-door outreach in West Philadelphia neighborhoods.
• Share information about housing and homeownership programs.
• Connect residents with referrals and community resources.
• Assist residents with application and documentation processes.
• Attend community events and represent ACHIEVEability.
• Track outreach activities and resident engagement.
• Gather community feedback and identify housing-related needs.
• Collaborate with ACHIEVEability staff and City partners.

Skills

Communication

Relationship-building

Teamwork

Data-entry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Email

Spreadsheets

Online systems

Job description

ACHIEVEability in West Philadelphia is seeking a Community Housing Connector to engage residents and connect them with housing resources, City programs, and community services. You will help residents navigate referrals, paperwork, and documentation while representing the organization at events.

The role requires strong communication, comfort with door-to-door outreach, and the ability to work evenings and weekends, contributing to improved housing stability and resident well-being.