Housing Specialist

Job Details

Level: Experienced

Job Location:

USVETS Las Vegas Bonanza
- Las Vegas, NV 89101

Position Type:
Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Salary Range: $21.78 - $26.14 Hourly

Travel Percentage:
Up to 25%

Job Shift: Any

Job Category:
Nonprofit
- Social Services

Job Posting:
Housing Specialist

Las Vegas

Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF)

Full-Time, Non-Exempt

SSVF Team Leader or Program Coordinator

Are you passionate about helping veterans and their families overcome housing barriers? Do you have strong communication, organization, and relationship-building skills?

Join U.S.VETS, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to ending and preventing veteran homelessness. As a Housing Specialist, you will connect homeless and at-risk veterans and their families with safe, stable housing and the supportive services needed to achieve long-term independence.

• Housing Assessment and Placement:
  Conduct ongoing assessments of participants’ housing needs and help identify appropriate housing opportunities.
• Landlord and Property Partnerships:
  Develop and maintain professional relationships with landlords, property managers, community agencies, and property owners.
• Housing Recruitment:
  Recruit property owners willing to work with veterans and families who may face significant housing barriers.
• Housing Documentation:
  Obtain and maintain all required housing documentation, including rent reasonableness testing and supporting records.
• Participant Support:
  Assist participants with navigating the housing process, securing housing, and maintaining long-term housing stability.
• Temporary Financial Assistance:
  Support the distribution and documentation of eligible temporary financial assistance payments.
• Care Coordination:
  Collaborate with SSVF case managers, Department of Veterans Affairs personnel, landlords, and community partners to support each participant’s overall well-being.
• Data Entry and Compliance:
  Complete accurate and timely documentation and data entry in the Homeless Management Information System and other required systems.
• Transportation:
  Transport participants to housing appointments and other necessary community resources.
• Confidentiality:
  Protect participant information and maintain confidentiality at all times

• Bachelor’s degree in social services or a related field required.
• A minimum of two years of relevant professional experience may substitute for the degree requirement.
• Experience working with veterans, individuals experiencing homelessness, or other vulnerable populations preferred.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, documentation, and time-management skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, internet-based systems, and electronic databases.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must meet organizational insurance requirements and successfully complete required driver training.

• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of veterans and their families.
• Help individuals overcome housing barriers and achieve greater independence.
• Build valuable experience in housing navigation, community outreach, and supportive services.
• Work alongside a mission-driven team committed to ending veteran homelessness.
• Access opportunities for professional development, training, and career growth.

To end and prevent veteran homelessness. We empower veterans and their families through housing, comprehensive services, and advocacy.