Housing Specialist

Are you passionate about making a real difference in your community? Familylinks is seeking a dedicated, compassionate individual to help us continue this mission. Join our team as a Housing Specialist in our Homeless Prevention Program, and be a part of providing crucial support to families in need, ensuring they have the resources to remain safe, stable, and together.

Starting wage: $18-$22/hour

• Accept and process referrals
• Secure eligibility data collection documentation requirements from clients
• Inspect identified apartments to meet county requirements prior to admission and during involvement in the housing program
• Submit client rental vouchers for reimbursement
• Make client referrals for job training, education, supportive services, and housing options
• Maintain case records/files on each client admitted to the program
• Complete client service plan and progress notes
• Advocate on behalf of clients to access other services
• Perform annual eligibility recertification
• Conduct face‑to‑face meetings with clients at least monthly and document service verification
• Participate in county audits and ongoing communications with contract monitor
• Complete required reports to county funders or any requested or assigned reports
• Participate in all staff development, training and meetings as required
• Enter monthly data requirements in HMIS or KIDS
• Enter and track all outcome information
• Participate in HUD meetings and training

• Opportunity for low to no cost medical insurance
• Free dental/vision insurance
• Generous PTO
• Paid holidays, clearances, and training
• Employee recognition program
• Employee referral program
• Tuition reimbursement and eligibility for student loan forgiveness
• Optional 403(b) retirement plan with employer match

• Preferred: A Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or a related field; applicable experience with housing programs will be considered in lieu of a degree
• Preferred: 2+ years' experience and knowledge working with the homeless population
• Valid Driver's License and access to reliable transportation
• Must be available to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed
• Solid computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and the Allegheny County HMIS
• Presentation skills and a professional manner, along with the ability to interact with a diverse group of applicants and landlords
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self‑directed, flexible, with strong problem‑solving abilities
• Support the organization's mission with sensitivity to cultural and workplace harmony

Familylinks takes pride in its status as an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policies, applicable to both current team members and prospective candidates, prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, disability, ancestry, national origin, age, sex assigned at birth, sexual orientation, transgender identity, gender transition, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status.