HSS Housing Coordinator

Job Description

Position Title: Housing Coordinator

Department: Housing Support

Supervisor: Executive Director

Primary Purpose:

The Housing coordinator is responsible for assisting the individuals or families in securing and maintaining safe and stable housing. They will work closely with clients facing housing-related issues, advocating on their behalf, connecting them to appropriate resources, and helping them navigate the housing system. This role is essential in addressing homelessness and housing instability within the community.

Job Responsibilities:

1) Assessment and Intake:

· Conduct assessments to understand the housing needs, preferences, and barriers of clients.

· Determine eligibility for housing assistance programs.

· Develop a housing transition plan.

· Develop a housing-sustaining plan.

2) Housing Placement:

· Assist clients in finding appropriate housing options, including rental units, assisting the person with the housing search and application process, screening, and housing assessments.

· Complete housing applications on behalf of the clients.

· Work with clients to expunge records or access reasonable accommodations.

· Ensuring the new living arrangement is safe for clients and ready for move-in.

3) Case Management:

· Provide ongoing case management services to clients, including creating and implementing housing plans, setting goals, and tracking progress.

· Assist clients with the housing recertification processes.

· Provide continued training on being a good tenant, lease compliance, and household management.

· Provide immediate support and resources to clients facing housing crises, such as eviction or homelessness.

· Developing, updating, and modifying the housing support and crisis/safety plan on a regular basis.

· Maintaining and updating client files, both physical and electronic files.

4) Resource Referral:

· Connect clients with community resources, such as mental health services, substance abuse treatment, employment assistance, and legal aid, to address underlying issues affecting housing stability.

· Advocating with community resources to prevent eviction when housing is at risk and maintain a person’s safety.

5) Financial Assistance:

· Help clients access financial resources or subsidies for rent, security deposits, or utility bills, including assistance programs.

· Help clients understand and develop a budget.

· Help clients understand and negotiate a lease.

· Identifying resources for clients to cover moving expenses.

· Support clients in applying for benefits to retain housing.

6) Landlord Engagement:

· Build and maintain relationships with landlords and property managers to secure safe and affordable housing options for clients.

· Promoting/supporting cultural practice needs and understandings with landlords, property managers, and neighbors.

· Working with property manager or landlord to promote housing retention.

· Educate clients about their rights and responsibilities as tenants, and advocate on their behalf with landlords or housing authorities when necessary.

7) Transportation:

· Provide transportation with the client receiving services present and discussing housing-related issues.

· Help client organize their move.

8) Documentation and Reporting:

· Maintain accurate and confidential client records, including case notes, assessments, and progress reports.

· Prepare reports and documentation as required by funding sources or organizational policies.

Qualifications:

· A bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, or a related field (Required)

· Minimum of 3 year experience of similar position.

· Knowledge of housing laws, affordable housing programs, and housing resources in the local area.

· Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with clients, landlords, and community partners.

· Problem-solving and crisis intervention skills.

· Cultural competency and the ability to work with diverse populations.

· Empathy, patience, and a non-judgmental attitude.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

· Familiarity with case management software and basic computer skills.

· Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation (required) for home visits or client outreach).

· Willingness to undergo and pass a DHS Criminal Background Study (Required)

Job Types: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 – 20 per week.

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 4-hour shift
• Weekends as needed.

Work Location: Minneapolis, 55406

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 – 20 per week

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $25