Housing Specialist I/II

Job Description

Job Description

Housing Specialist I/II

Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH)

At Father Joe’s Villages, housing is more than a place to live- it is a foundation for stability, health, and well-being. As a Housing Specialist, you’ll help individuals and families maintain stable housing, strengthen tenancy skills, and connect with resources that support long-term success.

This is one job opening. The selected candidate will be hired as either Housing Specialist I or Housing Specialist II based on qualifications, experience, and demonstrated competencies.

What Success Looks Like

As a Housing Specialist, you build trusting relationships with residents and help them navigate challenges to maintain stable housing. You are organized, adaptable, and solutions-oriented, with strong judgment and follow-through.

You bring a Housing First, trauma-informed, strengths-based, and resident-centered approach to your work and demonstrate Compassion, Respect, Empathy, Empowerment, and Dignity in your interactions with residents and partners.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Provide housing stabilization and tenancy support to residents in Permanent Supportive Housing.
• Maintain regular contact with residents and address housing-related concerns.
• Help residents understand lease requirements, tenant responsibilities, and program expectations.
• Connect residents with healthcare, behavioral health, benefits, and community resources.
• Partner with landlords and property managers to support successful tenancies and address concerns.
• Conduct housing visits and other community-based activities.
• Maintain accurate and timely case notes, housing records, and required documentation.
• Collaborate with internal teams and community partners to coordinate services and support residents.

The Housing Specialist II performs these responsibilities with greater independence and experience, including managing more complex tenancy concerns, exercising independent judgment, and contributing to program quality and housing retention efforts.

Desirable Candidate Profile

• Associate’s degree in Social Services, Human Services, Psychology, Sociology, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Relevant experience in housing services, housing stabilization, social services, case management, homeless services, Permanent Supportive Housing, or a related field:

• Housing Specialist I: At least one year.
• Housing Specialist II: At least three years, with demonstrated ability to independently manage housing stabilization responsibilities and address complex tenancy concerns.

• Valid California Driver’s License required.

Key Competencies

• Builds trusting, professional relationships with residents, landlords, property managers, service providers, and community partners.
• Communicates clearly, respectfully, and effectively, including in challenging or sensitive situations.
• Exercises sound judgment and uses effective problem-solving to address housing-related concerns.
• Demonstrates strong organization, time management, documentation, and follow-through.
• Balances competing priorities while remaining responsive to resident and program needs.
• Works effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrates a commitment to Housing First, trauma-informed, strengths-based, and resident-centered practices.

Work Schedule

This is a full-time position, typically Monday through Friday. Work takes place in office, residential, and community settings, with regular travel required for housing visits, resident support, and engagement with housing providers. Occasional schedule adjustments may be needed based on resident and program needs.

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated starting pay ranges for the role are:

Housing Specialist I: $20.00 to $23.30 per hour

Housing Specialist II: $22.00 to $25.30 per hour

Final level and starting pay will be determined based on qualifications, relevant experience, demonstrated competencies, and internal equity.

Father Joe’s Villages offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plan options, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. Employees also have access to wellness programs and employee assistance resources to support work-life balance and overall well-being.

Why Join Father Joe’s Villages

Join an organization deeply rooted in Compassion, Respect, Empathy, Empowerment, and Dignity. Make a meaningful impact by supporting individuals and families as they transition from homelessness to housing stability. Work alongside a collaborative, mission-driven team committed to Housing First principles, resident-centered services, and long-term housing success. Grow your skills in housing stabilization, tenancy support, landlord engagement, and client advocacy within a respected community organization.

Conditions of Employment

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre- and post-employment requirements, which may include background checks, health screenings, license verification, driving record review, and other requirements relevant to the role. These checks are conducted following a conditional offer of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Father Joe’s Villages is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.