Housing Outreach Coordinator- Los Angeles and Orange County

Job Description

Job Description

Housing Outreach Coordinator- Los Angeles & Orange County

Location: Sacred Path Indigenous Wellness Center
Salary: $28–$32/hour, DOE/DOQ
Location: Los Angeles County and Orange County
Classification: Hourly/Non-exempt
Status: Regular/Full-time
Reports To: Housing Program Coordinator
Supervises: None

Position Summary

Sacred Path Indigenous Wellness Center seeks a compassionate, culturally responsive Housing Outreach Coordinator to connect American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) and broader Native communities with housing assistance, affordable housing, and supportive services. This position builds community partnerships, conducts outreach, supports housing navigation, and maintains program documentation to promote equitable access to resources while respecting client dignity and cultural identity.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement community outreach strategies, events, workshops, and promotional materials to increase awareness of housing resources.
• Build partnerships with Native community organizations, shelters, nonprofits, government agencies, and housing providers.
• Assist clients with housing applications, eligibility requirements, referrals, and connections to supportive services; provide follow-up as appropriate.
• Refer clients to the Housing Program Outpatient Therapist when needed.
• Screen program members and enter information into Salesforce.
• Update the BHBH Resource Services Spreadsheet biweekly and monthly; maintain accurate client, outreach, and referral records.
• Track outreach activities, housing needs, and program outcomes; prepare required reports.
• Provide housing-resource education and stay informed about affordable housing, tenant rights, and homelessness prevention.
• Coordinate with the Housing Program Coordinator regarding outreach priorities, service needs, and assignments across Los Angeles and Orange Counties.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in community outreach, housing programs, or social services.
• Knowledge of housing resources, affordable housing policies, and social service systems.
• Strong communication, organization, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage competing priorities, and maintain accurate documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, electronic health records, and virtual meeting tools; familiarity with Salesforce preferred.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in social work, public administration, urban planning, or a related field.

• Preferred: Experience working with American Indian/Alaska Native communities.

Core Values and Expectations

• Cultural Respect: Engage Native communities with cultural humility and sensitivity.
• Compassionate Service: Treat clients with dignity, empathy, and professionalism.
• Equitable Access: Help reduce barriers to housing and supportive services.
• Community Partnership: Build collaborative relationships that strengthen community well-being.
• Integrity and Accountability: Protect confidentiality, follow organizational policies, and maintain accurate, timely documentation.

Work Environment and Requirements

Work includes office-based and community outreach activities. The position requires communication, computer use, organization, multitasking, and occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.

Additional requirements:

• Eligibility to work in the United States.
• Required fingerprint clearance, annual negative TB test on file, and post-offer drug test.
• Valid California driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and active auto insurance.
• Availability for evenings and weekends as needed.
• Willingness to travel within and between Los Angeles and Orange Counties; estimated travel is 30–40%.