Housing Stabilization Specialist
About the role
The Hampton–Newport News Community Services Board (H-NNCSB) is hiring a full-time Housing Stabilization Specialist to support individuals facing complex behavioral health and developmental challenges. This role provides a meaningful opportunity to assist people who may be experiencing homelessness, have a history of incarceration, live in group settings, or encounter repeated psychiatric hospitalizations.
Responsibilities
In this position, you will work directly with individuals to assess housing needs and connect them with appropriate resources. You'll assist clients in developing personalized housing plans and guide them through the process of securing and maintaining stable housing. You will carry a caseload and provide hands-on, housing-focused support, including in-home visits and skill-building services.
Requirements
- A Bachelor's degree in a Human Services field (e.g., Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or Counseling)
- At least one (1) year of case management experience including housing resource for adults with mental health, developmental disabilities, substance use disorders, and co-occurring disorders
- A valid driver's license and ability to transport clients as needed
- Strong organizational and technical skills, including experience with documentation and Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems
- Excellent communication and the ability to build effective relationships with clients, landlords, and community partners
Benefits
- Competitive and well-rounded benefits package
- 11 Paid Holidays
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- Annual and Sick Leave
- Employee discount programs
- Participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
Pay and Schedule
Annual Salary: $49,284. Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 am-5:00 pm
Qualifications and Skills
Success in this role also requires strong organizational and technical skills, including experience with documentation and Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems. The selected candidate must successfully pass a criminal history fingerprint background investigation, DMV record check, Child Registry search, drug screening test and employment reference checks.