Health Care for the Homeless
Housing Specialist at Health Care for the Homeless
The SOAR Housing Specialist provides housing-related support and advocacy to individuals and families impacted by homelessness. The Specialist coordinates housing stability activities, provides referrals to needed community resources, develops housing plans, and delivers tenancy-based education that promotes housing retention. Key Role Responsibilities: Complete intake assessments for new clients referred to the SOAR Housing First program. Support clients in finding and securing safe, affordable housing and help families access resources for housing-related assistance. Maintain a caseload to provide support identifying community resources. Support the housing process by conducting pre-inspections for new unit move-ins and housing relocations. Advocate with landlord and property managers regarding tenancy and negotiate move-in costs. Complete regularly scheduled grant reporting. Complete monthly budgets for clients enrolled in the agency’s representative payee program. Conduct social groups that promote community building, housing attainment, and housing retention. Knowledge, Experience And Skills: Bachelor’s degree required. Two years of experience in connecting individuals to essential services. One year of experience completing intake assessments and developing treatment plans. Knowledge of Baltimore City community resources for addiction, social services and mental health. Willingness to adopt Harm Reduction and Housing First principles. Why Join Us? Be part of a mission-driven team committed to racial equity, social justice, and community wellness. Work in a dynamic, people-first organization that centers compassion, authenticity, and hope. Receive training and support to grow in your advocacy and peer work. Health Care for the Homeless is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.
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The SOAR Housing Specialist provides housing-related support and advocacy to individuals and families impacted by homelessness. The Specialist coordinates housing stability activities, provides referrals to needed community resources, develops housing plans, and delivers tenancy-based education that promotes housing retention. Key Role Responsibilities: Complete intake assessments for new clients referred to the SOAR Housing First program. Support clients in finding and securing safe, affordable housing and help families access resources for housing-related assistance. Maintain a caseload to provide support identifying community resources. Support the housing process by conducting pre-inspections for new unit move-ins and housing relocations. Advocate with landlord and property managers regarding tenancy and negotiate move-in costs. Complete regularly scheduled grant reporting. Complete monthly budgets for clients enrolled in the agency’s representative payee program. Conduct social groups that promote community building, housing attainment, and housing retention. Knowledge, Experience And Skills: Bachelor’s degree required. Two years of experience in connecting individuals to essential services. One year of experience completing intake assessments and developing treatment plans. Knowledge of Baltimore City community resources for addiction, social services and mental health. Willingness to adopt Harm Reduction and Housing First principles. Why Join Us? Be part of a mission-driven team committed to racial equity, social justice, and community wellness. Work in a dynamic, people-first organization that centers compassion, authenticity, and hope. Receive training and support to grow in your advocacy and peer work. Health Care for the Homeless is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.
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