Youth Housing & Independence Specialist

Center for Human Development, Inc.; Springfield (MA); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

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.