Housing Specialist

Housing Specialist Job Description

Be the Bridge to Housing, Hope, and New Beginnings

Social services field job seekers – Do you enjoy the independence of a home-based office while still making a meaningful impact through face-to-face interactions? If so, Region 5 Systems may have the perfect opportunity for you. We offer a hybrid (telework-based) Housing Specialist position located in Lincoln, Nebraska.

This role offers the flexibility of working from your home office; however, candidates should understand that most of the work is conducted in person throughout the communities served by Region 5 Systems in southeast Nebraska. This is an ideal position for professionals who enjoy serving in the community, building relationships, and working directly with individuals while maintaining the convenience of a home-based work environment.

Regular travel throughout the service area is required for client-related activities. Employees are expected to attend required in-person meetings, trainings, and other duties at Region 5 Systems’ principal office located at 3600 Union Drive, Lincoln. See the job description (“Work Environment”) for additional details.

• Position closes 11/13/26 or until position is filled.
• If you require accommodations as an applicant, please contact the Human Resources Department at . Equal Opportunity Employer

Why This Job Matters

The impact of this work is significant. Region 5 Systems is an integral part of promoting coordinated strategies to reduce and end homelessness; expanding access to behavioral health services and housing; and supporting long-term recovery and community integration. The Housing Specialist is key to supporting our commitment to empower individuals and families to live, work, and thrive in communities of their choice.

Who This Role is For

If you are passionate about helping others, being a part of innovative efforts to make a real difference to end homelessness in our community, we encourage you to apply and learn more about joining our team.

Why Join Region 5 Systems – apply today and experience the difference!

• Received 1 st place award for 2026 Lincoln Best Places to Work (large employer category)
• Flexible, supportive, and inclusive workplace culture
• Meaningful work serving the unhoused in our community

The top 5 words our employees use to describe our work culture are: Flexible, Supportive, Caring, Engaging, and Inclusive.

We are committed to creating a professional environment where team members can reach their full potential while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Through flexibility, collaboration, and team-building opportunities, we foster a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and connected.

If you’re looking to make an impact, explore new possibilities, and work alongside an exceptional team, Region 5 Systems could be the place for you.

What You’ll Do

Our Housing Specialist serves an important role to support consumers in our Rental Assistance Program (RAP).

Responsibilities include:

• Implement and adhere to RAP policies and procedures for the specific program model as directed by the Division of Behavioral Health.
• Coordinate and communicate with participants, landlords, agency service providers and other stakeholders involved in housing of participants.
• Conduct outreach and act as a liaison to landlords and property managers.
• Complete tasks associated with admitting, securing housing, and ongoing housing coordination for program participants.
• Conduct Housing Quality Standard (HQS)/INSPIRE inspections, including initial certifications and annual certifications.
• Process payment requests for deposits, rent, utilities, payments for furniture, etc.
• Maintain participants files in electronic health record.
• Attend Coordinated Entry meetings and…