Residential Specialist

Steadfast Housing Development Corporation

If you are passionate about helping Oahu's underserved houseless community and want a career where you can make a real difference in others' lives, we want you on our team!

Since 1989, Steadfast Housing Development Corporation (SHDC) has been dedicated to integrating housing and behavioral health services to empower adults living with serious and persistent mental illnesses. As a trusted nonprofit, we provide safe, supportive, and independent living opportunities that transform lives.

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Residential Specialist to join our Supported Housing Program on Oahu. This is a full-time, exempt position with an annual salary range of $45,760–$52,000, based on education and experience. In this role, you'll be part of a mission-driven team committed to providing stability, dignity, and hope to those whom we serve.

100% Employer-Paid Coverage – medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits for employees.

Generous Time Off – Vacation and sick leave, with the opportunity to earn up to 4 weeks of vacation and 4 weeks of sick leave per year after 4 years of service.

Paid Holidays – Enjoy 12–13 paid holidays each year.

Retirement Savings – Profit-sharing retirement account to help you plan for the future.

Work-Life Balance – Flexible scheduling options to support your lifestyle.

• Connect with landlords and partners to create housing opportunities.
• Guide clients in the housing search, from viewings to lease negotiations.
• Assist clients in making informed housing choices and provide ongoing support for stability, including budgeting and household setup.
• Advocate for clients with landlords and mediate tenancy issues.
• Help with transitions to long-term housing programs like Section 8.

• Support clients in setting and achieving housing goals.
• Conduct evaluations of housing and service plans.
• Provide education on safety, budgeting, and essential living skills.
• Offer follow-up through in-home visits.
• Collaborate with behavioral health providers and other community services.
• Participate in team meetings and case conferences.

• Maintain confidentiality and accurate client records.
• Complete reports on activities, services, and client progress.
• Assist with housing subsidy applications and maintain benefit information.
• Conduct client satisfaction surveys and submit daily activity logs for program development.

Education – A bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college is required (social work or human services preferred). If you do not have a BA, we have another similar position you may qualify for. Just send in your resume!

Driver's License – A valid Hawaii driver's license and a clean driver's abstract (no more than 3 violations in the past 3 years).

Experience – At least 1 year of experience working with individuals with special needs is strongly preferred.

Clearances – Ability to pass a background check, drug screening, and sex offender checks.

Flexibility – Must be available to provide on-call support after hours as needed.

Transportation – Use of your personal vehicle with current registration, a safety check, and insurance is required. Mileage reimbursement IS provided for work-related travel.

Full Time

If you want to learn more about this position, please email your resume to Oliana Shimasaki at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and include this position in the subject line.