What are the responsibilities and job description for the PSH Housing Specialist position at N STREET VILLAGE INC?
Job Description
Job Description
Location : Flagship; In-person
Status : Full-Time; Exempt
About N Street Village :
N Street Village (NSV) is a community of empowerment and recovery for homeless and low-income women in Washington, DC. With comprehensive services addressing emergency and long-term needs, N Street Village helps women achieve stability and make meaningful gains in their housing, income, employment, mental health, physical health, and addiction recovery. N Street Village also provides affordable rental housing for low and moderate-income individuals and families. Please visit our website for more information at : www.nstreetvillage.org.
Position Overview :
We are seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented, and organized self-starter to join our team in a newly created role as the organization’s only PSH Housing Specialist. This role will focus on assisting women through the application and housing navigation process, specifically including the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program, the Local Rent Supplement Program (LRSP), the Department of Human Services (DHS), and the District of Columbia Housing Authority (DCHA). This professional will report to the Senior Director of Housing and will manage the process from client identification to stabilization by working directly with potential tenants, coordinating with an interdisciplinary internal team of colleagues, and working with outside partners like NSV’s property manager and DCHA.
The ideal candidate will have experience working in social services, a deep commitment to supporting unhoused women, and knowledge of the housing and rental assistance systems. This position requires strong interpersonal skills, a non-judgmental approach, and the ability to manage projects and coordinate effectively with community partners.
Key Responsibilities :
Outreach and Education :
- Conduct outreach efforts internally and externally to inform potential clients about available housing programs and services.
- Work with colleagues, property manager, community partners, and the Coordinated Assessment and Housing Placement (CAHP) system to help identify potential tenants for NSV’s PSH programs and build / maintain an internal pipeline.
- Provide education on tenants' rights, responsibilities, and the benefits of permanent supportive housing programs.
Intake and Assessment :
Housing Navigation :
Program Support and Documentation :
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Client Empowerment and Support :
Qualifications :
Education & Experience :
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Why Join N Street Village?
At N Street Village, you’ll find a supportive team environment where your work directly impacts the lives of women in need. We are committed to fostering personal and professional growth for our staff while championing the mission of empowerment and recovery for our community.
If you’re ready to use your expertise to make a meaningful difference, we’d love to hear from you!
The Village Benefit Offerings :
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N Street Village’s (NSV) goal is to ensure every woman in Washington D.C. has a safe place to call home. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our clients, and to our community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
