Housing Stability Advocate

Housing Stability Advocate

The Housing Stability Advocate provides trauma-informed, survivor-centered advocacy and housing support to families enrolled across Cornerstone’s housing programs, including Rapid Rehousing (RRH), Transitional Housing (TH), and Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH).

Our Mission: Cornerstone disrupts violence through advocacy, support, and prevention. We partner with individuals, families, and organizations to build communities free from harm.

• Survivor- Centered
• Social Justice
• Well-Being
• Collaboration
• Integrity

Diversity and Inclusion: We are committed to a nondiscriminatory approach and provide equal opportunity for employment and advancement in all of our departments, programs, and worksites. BIPOC and LGBTQ+ community are strongly encouraged to apply.

Pay Range: $19.57-$22.30 an hour Unionized Position: Yes

This position is part of a collective bargaining unit represented by AFSCME Council 5

Experience/Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in domestic violence support, housing advocacy, or related field
• Knowledge of trauma, survivor dynamics, housing programs, tenant rights, and public benefits
• Strong advocacy, crisis intervention, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently while maintaining professional boundaries
• Experience working with diverse communities; commitment to equity and anti-oppression practices
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and web-based systems
• Bilingual/multilingual and a related bachelor’s degree preferred
• Valid driver’s license, insurance, reliable vehicle, and ability to pass a background check

Key Competencies

• Provide trauma-informed, survivor-centered advocacy
• Understand the connection between domestic violence, poverty, and homelessness
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Uphold agency values, including harm reduction, housing-first, and client-centered approaches

Essential Functions

• Provide trauma-informed, survivor-centered case management, including housing navigation, stability planning, and connections to supportive services
• Conduct regular check-ins, home visits, and virtual meetings to assess safety, housing stability, and participant needs; respond to crises as needed
• Support participants in building skills for housing retention, including landlord communication, conflict resolution, and tenancy support
• Coordinate services across housing programs (Rapid Rehousing, Transitional, and Permanent Supportive Housing) to ensure smooth transitions and continuity of care
• Maintain accurate documentation, track participant progress, and ensure compliance with program and funding requirements
• Build and maintain relationships with landlords, housing providers, and community partners to expand housing opportunities and remove barriers
• Participate in team meetings, cross-training, coordinated entry, and community partnerships to support program goals and professional growth
• Provide shelter coverage and additional program support as needed, including outreach, education, and other duties assigned

Visit our career page at: https://cornerstonemn.org/about/employment/

Our Benefits Package Includes:

• Free virtual mental health counseling (for all employees + their families)
• Free telemedicine (for employees + enrolled family members)
• 401(k) after 90 days + up to 4% employer match after 1 year
• Paid parental leave after 1 year of service
• Medical, dental & vision (eligible first month after 30 days)
• HSA & FSA options
• Free basic life & AD&D insurance
• Generous PTO: 168 hours to start (increases after 24 months)
• 11 paid holidays + 2 floating holidays
• Paid birthday off

EEO Statement: Cornerstone strives for a fully inclusive work environment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, veteran, disability, age, marital or, familial, and/or with regard to public assistance or any other characteristic. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.