Youth Housing & Independence Specialist

Center for Human Development, Inc.

Springfield (MA)

Hybrid

USD 23,000 - 32,000

Full time

19 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate
Sign-on bonus
Dental, Health, Life insurance
Paid time off
Holidays

Job summary

Center for Human Development (CHD) is seeking a Housing Support Specialist to join our DYS Transition to Independent Living Program (TILP) in Western Massachusetts. The role supports youth ages 17-22 aging out of foster care, including on-call coverage during evenings and weekends, and involves placement and ongoing casework in scattered-site apartments.

The position includes a $500 sign-on bonus and a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

  • Experience working with youth/young adults preferred.
  • Must have a vehicle and valid driver’s license; reliable transportation required.
  • Bilingual English/Spanish candidates preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Interview and screen young adult referrals.
  • Complete intake processes and assessments; develop treatment plans and reviews.
  • Maintain organized documentation with timelines and progress notes.
  • Develop rapport with youth and set growth-oriented goals.
  • Assist with housing placement, move-in/out activities, and apartment readiness.
  • Coordinate with funding sources and community resources for youth needs.
  • Provide trauma-informed counseling, positive youth development, and on-call coverage.

Skills

Caseload experience
Outreach experience
Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Life coach responsibilities knowledge

Education

Associates or Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Job description

Center for Human Development (CHD) is seeking a Housing Support Specialist to join our DYS Transition to Independent Living Program (TILP) in Western Massachusetts. The role supports youth ages 17-22 aging out of foster care, including on-call coverage during evenings and weekends, and involves placement and ongoing casework in scattered-site apartments.

The position includes a $500 sign-on bonus and a competitive hourly rate.

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