Housing Navigator

Do you know, you have the power to change the course of someone’s life? Avivo employees do this every day, and we want you to join the team. At Avivo, our employees work with utter commitment to their clients, embracing the full person, believing in the dignity of all people. Why This Role Matters Stable housing can be the foundation that helps families achieve long-term success. As a Housing Navigator, you will work with participants enrolled in the Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP) to increase access to safe, affordable housing while helping individuals and families overcome barriers to stability and self-sufficiency. Through housing navigation, advocacy, community partnerships, and resource coordination, you will support participants as they work toward their housing, employment, and family goals. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys relationship-building, creative problem-solving, community collaboration, and helping people navigate complex systems to achieve meaningful change. And yes — Avivo is a 32-hour work week organization, offering full-time pay and benefits while supporting balance and sustainability in your work. What You'll Do Partner with MFIP participants to increase access to affordable housing, resources, and stable shelterDevelop individualized plans and connect participants to services that support housing and self-sufficiency goalsBuild relationships with landlords, property managers, housing authorities, and community partners to expand housing opportunitiesAssist participants in accessing employment services, benefits, financial literacy education, tenant education, and supportive servicesConduct assessments and identify resources that support individual and family goalsProvide advocacy and support to help participants navigate housing and community systemsImplement outreach and engagement strategies that promote housing stability and long-term successCoordinate referrals and monitor participant progress to support ongoing eligibility and engagementMaintain accurate documentation and case records in accordance with policies and funding requirementsCollaborate with community organizations, service providers, and internal teams to improve participant outcomes Qualifications What You Bring High school diploma and four years of related experienceOR an associate degree in a related field and two years of related experienceOR a bachelor's degree in a related fieldStrong communication, customer service, and relationship-building skillsAbility to problem-solve, make sound decisions, and work independentlyExperience working with individuals and families facing barriers related to housing, poverty, employment, or other life challengesStrong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple prioritiesExperience using Microsoft Office, email, internet, and database systemsKnowledge of community resources, public benefits, and supportive service systemsAbility to maintain confidentiality and professionalism when working with participants and community partnersValid driver's license, proof of insurance, reliable transportation, and ability to transport participants as neededCommitment to culturally responsive and person-centered services What We Offer 32-hour full-time work weekMedical Health planHealth Savings Account (HSA)Nice Healthcare: offers chat, video visits and in-home primary care visitsDental planDependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)Basic Life/AD&D & Voluntary Life/AD&DLong term disabilityOption to purchase critical illness, accident insurance and short-term disability401(k) Plan10 Paid holidays & generous PTO How To Apply Submit your application online through Avivo’s Careers page at Avivomn.org. Qualified candidates will be contacted for next steps. Early applications encouraged as interviews are conducted on a rolling basis. Make a Difference with Avivo. Avivo will begin participating in E-Verify effective July 1, 2025. Avivo will recruit, hire, promote and transfer qualified persons into all job classifications regardless of race, gender, religion, skin color, national origin or ancestry, physical disability (including pregnancy) or mental disability, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, veteran status, or genetic characteristics.