Housing Navigation Specialist

Homeless Solutions, Inc. has been the leader in its field in Morris County for over 40 years and we value our staff as the most important part of our continued success. Under the supervision of the Housing Supports Program Manager, the Housing Navigation Specialist will provide direct support and housing navigation services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness. The program serves people who are currently street homeless and / or temporarily placed in motels through third-party funding sources (e.g., OTA). This is a full-time, onsite position based out of our Main Shelter in Morristown, NJ. This position plays a key role in helping participants secure permanent housing and achieve stability through Medicaid-funded housing supports under New Jersey's 1115 Demonstration Waiver. Ideal candidates will appreciate the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the field of social services / social work and direct care for vulnerable populations, while assisting in the progress of our clients from a place of homelessness to independence and appropriate living environments.

All applications must be made via the link below :

The schedule for this onsite position is Monday-Friday, with at least one evening (until at least 7 pm) required each week. Starting rate of pay offered at $24 / hour.

Responsibilities include :

Conduct individualized housing assessments using Medicaid-required tools and develop housing plans in partnership with participants. Assist participants in completion of all associated documentation for housing programs.

Identify and share appropriate housing leads through housing authority waitlists, landlord outreach, and available market-rate units.

Maintain regular contact with participants in accordance with regulatory requirements and maintain open communication with external resources / partners to support participant housing goals.

Maintain timely and accurate case documentation, housing trackers, and progress notes in EHR and / or MCO-approved systems.

Support move-in coordination by working with partners to secure furnishings, utilities, and essential items for new units.

Qualifications include :

Bachelor's degree in social work, human services, or a related field, or equivalent experience working in homelessness, housing, or social service sectors.

Experience with housing search, landlord engagement, or case management preferred.

Knowledge of Medicaid services, housing subsidies, and low-income housing systems is a plus.

Familiarity with federal and local housing resources, fair housing laws, and service providers in Morris County

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and database systems; EHR experience preferred

Valid driver's license with a clean driving record

Physical and professional abilities as detailed in full job description.

Full time permanent staff of Homeless Solutions are eligible to enroll in company sponsored medical , dental and life insurance coverage plans in accordance with HSI policies. In addition, all staff are eligible immediately upon hiring to participate in a 401k retirement savings plan, including up to a 6% company paid match . Generous PTO plans include paid personal, vacation and sick leave as well as 10 floating holidays annually.

HSI is an equal opportunity employer, and we appreciate and celebrate the diversity of our staff. We believe that diversity not only includes race and gender, but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion and many other parts of an individual's identity. HSI recruits, hires, trains, promotes, compensates and administers all policy and actions with equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. The points of view of all of our staff are important, and supporting a culture of inclusion is everyone's responsibility.

• Satisfactory results of applicable periodic background checks is a requirement.

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