Housing Specialist - HUD

The Housing Specialist assists clients in securing and maintaining stable housing by conducting needs assessments, developing individualized housing plans, and collaborating with clients, landlords, and service providers to facilitate placements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Client Intake and Assessment
  • Conduct comprehensive housing needs assessments covering housing history, financial status, family composition, and special needs.
  • Document findings in an Electronic Health Record (EHR) system or housing‑management software.
  • Assess housing history and independent‑living skills of clients.
• Develop Housing Plan
  • Create individualized housing plans in collaboration with case managers, social workers, and healthcare providers.
  • Obtain and document client consent for housing services and information sharing.
  • Help clients identify negative credit history or issues with brokers/landlords that may affect apartment searches.
  • Identify available housing resources and maintain an up‑to‑date directory.
  • Provide individual meetings on tenants’ rights, home maintenance, and landlord/tenant relationships.
  • Develop and update housing stability plans to assist participants in obtaining or maintaining permanent housing, considering strengths, needs, abilities, and preferences.
• Ongoing Support and Case Management
  • Monitor housing stability through regular check‑ins and home visits.
  • Coordinate with other service providers for a holistic approach to client support.
  • Identify and refer clients to community resources such as preventive services, long‑term case management, benefits assistance, SSI/SSDI, mental and physical health care, food pantries, hospitals, and Homebase.
• Compliance and Reporting
  • Maintain accurate, up‑to‑date records in EHR or housing‑management software.
  • Ensure compliance with HUD regulations and reporting requirements.
  • Prepare and submit reports for HUD grant compliance.
• Perform additional tasks as required to support the organization’s operations and carry out duties assigned by the Senior Care Coordinator and/or Managing Program Manager.

Job Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Public Health, or a related field preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years in housing services, case management, or a similar role.
• Knowledge of HUD regulations and experience with HUD‑funded programs (preferred).
• Proficiency in using Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems or housing‑management software.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse population.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to respond to crises.

Skill Sets

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong PC skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.

Pay

$55,000

Languages

Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly preferred.