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Kauhale Housing Specialist

Mental Health Kokua
Wailuku, HI Full Time
POSTED ON 4/2/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/2/2025

Want to help end homelessness and support community recovery on Maui?

Mental Health Kokua (MHK) is seeking a motivated and compassionate Kauhale Housing Specialist to join our dedicated team. This full-time role is based on Maui, and we’re looking for someone who already calls this island home and is passionate about housing justice and mental health.

Kauhale Housing Specialist Job Description:

  • Assist formerly homeless adults with severe mental illness in transitioning into and maintaining permanent supportive housing.
  • Coordinate housing placements and ensure residents receive needed documentation and entitlements.
  • Conduct initial intake assessments and help residents develop individualized housing support plans.
  • Foster positive landlord-tenant relationships, assist with lease signings, and provide ongoing tenancy support.
  • Collaborate with clinical teams, property managers, and community partners to promote housing stability.

Kauhale Housing Specialist Requirements:

  • Minimum qualification: High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Preferred qualification: College preferred, with coursework in psychology, social work, or human development, or equivalent experience in human services.
  • Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills with an understanding of trauma-informed care.
  • Experience working with individuals with severe mental illness or co-occurring disorders is highly desirable.
  • Required certifications: Current TB clearance, CPR/First Aid, valid Hawaii driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and clean driving abstract.

Kauhale Housing Specialist Benefits:

  • Be part of an innovative, compassionate team working to make “Housing First” a reality.
  • Opportunities for professional growth
  • Competitive benefits, including:
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Pet Insurance
    • AFLAC
    • 403(b) Retirement Plan
    • Paid Time Off

Why Choose MHK?

At MHK, we believe in Opportunities to Begin Again—for both our clients and our team. We’re a mission-driven organization committed to empowering individuals, supporting recovery, and creating a community where everyone has a place to call home.

If you're passionate about helping others and making a difference in people’s lives, apply today!

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