Housing navigator, Social Work

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PCG's Human Services practice area is seeking a Housing Navigator to join the Family Services department, which provides housing assistance and supportive services that promote family stability, housing security, and self-sufficiency for CalWORKs participants throughout San Diego County. The Housing Navigator works directly with participants experiencing homelessness or housing instability to identify and overcome housing barriers, secure temporary and permanent housing, and connect families to community resources.

The position collaborates closely with case managers, landlords, property managers, housing providers, and community partners to expand housing opportunities and support successful housing outcomes.

• Facilitate workshops, provide housing guidance and referrals, and help participants achieve long-term housing stability and self-sufficiency through a client-centered, Housing First approach.
• Partner with individuals and families experiencing homelessness or housing instability to identify housing needs, address barriers, and secure safe, stable housing opportunities.
• Assist participants with locating and obtaining temporary, transitional, and permanent housing, including housing searches, rental applications, and landlord communications.
• Develop strong working relationships with landlords, property managers, housing providers, and community organizations.
• Collaborate with case managers and other service providers to support participant goals, coordinate services, and promote long-term self-sufficiency.
• Assess participant barriers to housing and connect individuals to appropriate community resources, supportive services, and financial assistance programs.
• Educate participants on housing options, tenant responsibilities, housing market conditions, and strategies for maintaining stable housing.
• Advocate on behalf of participants with landlords, community partners, and service providers to support successful housing outcomes.
• Facilitate workshops, orientations, and individualized coaching sessions focused on housing stability, tenancy success, and family self-sufficiency.
• Monitor housing placements and conduct follow-up activities to support housing retention and address emerging challenges.
• Maintain accurate and timely case documentation, service records, and payment requests in accordance with program requirements and contract guidelines.
• Stay informed of local housing resources, community services, and affordable housing opportunities.
• Deliver services using a Housing…