Youth Housing Coordinator — Shared Homes

New Avenues for Youth; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off (5 weeks in year 1, +1)

Gym discounts

Free counseling services

Job summary

New Avenues for Youth in Portland is seeking a Shared Housing Coordinator to support youth in our housing program. You will oversee day-to-day on-site operations, provide case management, and help youth access resources and transition planning.

The role emphasizes flexible outreach across community sites, crisis intervention when needed, and collaboration with the Housing team to sustain safe, supportive environments for youth pursuing stable housing and personal goals.

Qualifications

• Two years of relevant work experience, or related lived experience, is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide onsite support at Unity House and New Doors for office hours including case management and direct needs.
• Oversee day-to-day on-site operations of the shared housing program sites and coordinate maintenance requests.
• Organize community meetings and address program rule violations with the Assistant Director of Housing.
• Conduct initial assessments to identify client needs and strengths.
• Develop trusting relationships with youth and support social-emotional development.
• Manage crises with appropriate interventions and conflict resolution.
• Be flexible and provide services outside traditional office settings (community spaces).
• Facilitate youth engagement, referrals, and advocacy across multi-agency teams.

Skills

Case management

Crisis intervention

Youth development

Auto ownership

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Job description

New Avenues for Youth in Portland is seeking a Shared Housing Coordinator to support youth in our housing program. You will oversee day-to-day on-site operations, provide case management, and help youth access resources and transition planning.

The role emphasizes flexible outreach across community sites, crisis intervention when needed, and collaboration with the Housing team to sustain safe, supportive environments for youth pursuing stable housing and personal goals.