Housing Employment Specialist (Family Foster Care)

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Housing Employment Specialist (Family Foster Care) Full Time Bronx, NY, US 1 Attachments 2 days ago Requisition ID: 1644 Position Overview: The Housing/Employment Specialist is a key member of the WAY Fair Futures Program, responsible for coordinating and supporting all housing and employment-related activities for youth across Family Foster Care. This position provides specialized administrative, logistical, and programmatic support to ensure that youth receive timely and accurate assistance with employment preparation, job placement, and housing-related processes. Working in close collaboration with Caseworkers, Coaches, and other program staff, the Specialist maintains comprehensive documentation, tracks all housing and employment records, and ensures compliance with agency, ACS, and Fair Futures standards. The role also manages communication with external partners, oversees the organization of all related documentation, and serves as a liaison between Children's Village, ACS, and community stakeholders. Through strong coordination and attention to detail, the Housing/Employment Specialist helps ensure that youth have access to the resources, opportunities, and supports needed to achieve long-term stability and independence. Position Qualifications: Associate's Degree 3 years direct social service experience OR Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field and two years full time experience OR Master's degree. Experience in Independent Living and Housing Training preferred. Valid Driver's License with ability to drive up to a 12 passenger vans strongly preferred. Basic Computer skill and good written and verbal communication skills required. Ability to work evening and weekend time. The Children's Village does not discriminate against any employee, prospective employee or contractor because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic predisposition, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction history or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law. Attachments (1) FFC WAY Housing Employment Specialist JD 8.5.2026.docx #J-18808-Ljbffr The-Children