Housing Specialist - Community Builder

Job Description

Job Description

Build connections. Strengthen communities. Help residents thrive.

Do you enjoy bringing people together and connecting them with resources that make a difference? Self-Help Enterprises (SHE) is seeking a Housing Specialist – Community Builder to support resident engagement, health, and housing stability in our affordable rental housing communities.

Based in Reedley and on-site at our Guardian Village property, this role will build relationships with residents, coordinate programs and activities, and develop community partnerships that meet residents’ needs. You will help turn resident feedback into meaningful improvements while supporting SHE’s mission of creating safe, thriving, and equitable communities.

Responsibilities

• Build trust and engage residents. Conduct outreach, facilitate community meetings, and gather input through surveys, focus groups, and individual conversations. Follow through on concerns and connect residents with timely support.
• Coordinate programs that make a difference. Develop and update Resident Service Plans for assigned properties and coordinate services, educational opportunities, and community activities.
• Support healthier communities. Implement SHE’s Health Action Plan at Guardian Village in Reedley, organizing activities and improvements that advance its goals.
• Strengthen community partnerships. Collaborate with healthcare providers, community organizations, educational institutions, government agencies, and property management to expand access to services.
• Track progress and share results. Maintain accurate records, evaluate participation and outcomes, and prepare reports that support program improvement, funding compliance, and organizational learning.
• Expand resources and awareness. Seek in-kind donations, research and write grant proposals, create outreach materials, and represent SHE at collaborative meetings and community presentations.

Must Haves

• Strong communication, organization, and follow-through.
• The ability to build respectful, trusting relationships with residents from diverse backgrounds, including farmworkers and people who have experienced homelessness.
• An interest in community engagement, health, housing stability, and connecting people with resources.
• The ability to coordinate activities, manage competing priorities, and work collaboratively with residents, colleagues, and partner agencies.
• Strong writing skills and attention to detail when documenting services, reviewing data, and preparing reports.
• Initiative, adaptability, and a willingness to use resident feedback to improve programs and services.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish required , with the ability to communicate effectively with residents in both languages.