Permanency Specialist-Housing Stability Services

Position Summary

The HSS Permanency Specialist provides hands-on support to individuals experiencing homelessness as they transition into and maintain permanent housing. Working from a Housing First and trauma-informed approach, this position helps participants build life skills, access community resources, maintain stable housing, and achieve their personal goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide in-person support to participants in their homes and throughout the community.
• Build trusting relationships with participants and encourage engagement in voluntary supportive services.
• Afford assistance with daily living tasks, housing stability, employment, education, and other personal goals.
• Support participants during housing transitions, including move-ins, furnishing apartments, and settling into new housing.
• Conduct regular check-ins with participants to assess needs and provide ongoing support.
• Facilitate skill-building activities, supportive groups, and recreational opportunities.
• Accompany participants to appointments when requested.
• Afford assistance with transportation and access to community resources.
• Maintain positive relationships with landlords and property managers and help resolve housing-related concerns.
• Document participant contacts and progress in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with case managers and other service providers to ensure coordinated care.
• Utilize Motivational Interviewing, trauma-informed practices, and a client-centered approach in all interactions.
• Carry Narcan and respond appropriately within agency protocols.
• Participate in required trainings, supervision, and team meetings.

Qualifications

• Lived experience with homelessness strongly preferred.
• At minimum, one year of direct service experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness.
• Experience providing direct support, case management, peer support, housing services, or human services preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to Housing First principles, trauma-informed care, and culturally responsive service delivery.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and accurate documentation.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.