Housing Coordinator

HOUSING COORDINATOR# HOUSING COORDINATOR## Overview Salary Range $21.03 - $35.00 Hourly Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day## Description##
** HOUSING COORDINATOR
** The Housing Coordinator partners with families to build the skills, mindsets, and resources necessary to achieve long-term housing stability, economic independence, and social mobility. This role blends equity-centered case management with strengths-based coaching, using SEI’s structured housing model alongside frameworks such as Bridge to Prosperity and RISE (Restore, Identify, Stabilize, Empower). Coordinators serve as system-aligned practitioners who help participants navigate complex barriers, foster self-regulation, and maintain consistent progress toward their goals.

The role requires fluency in SEI’s tools, delivery standards, and collaborative workflows to ensure consistent and empowering service across the housing team.
** PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
*** Manage a caseload of 20–30 households, delivering proactive case management aligned with SEI’s housing model and economic mobility coaching principles.
* Guide participants through structured housing journeys, including lease-up, stabilization, and exit, based on assigned program scope (e.g., placement or retention).
* Facilitate self-assessments using tools like Bridge to Prosperity and support participants in defining future-oriented goals.
* Use strength-based coaching to help participants align their actions with their values and develop sustainable decision-making skills.
* Develop individualized Goal Action Plans that address housing retention, employment, education, and overall well-being.
* Deliver services using Assertive Engagement, trauma-informed care, and SEI’s Relationship model to build intrinsic motivation and long-term resilience.
* Administer rental assistance and financial support in compliance with contract guidelines; track spend-downs and funding milestones.
* Complete housing assessments and determine eligibility after verified applications; support next steps within SEI’s referral and intake pipeline.
* Maintain accurate documentation using SEI platforms (e.g., MS Office, Case Worthy, Trello, Smartsheet, HMIS) and comply with all funder and agency standards.
* Provide skill-building tools and frameworks such as budget tracking, visual goal planners, and decision-making templates.
* Partner with Navigators, Resource Specialists, and other Coordinators to ensure warm handoffs, coordinated services, and strong participant transitions.
* Contribute to team-based system improvements and help identify service gaps or innovations that increase program effectiveness.
* Participate in regular meetings, reflective supervision, and ongoing training to ensure quality improvement and fidelity to SEI’s delivery model.
* Operate within a defined systems framework—delivering consistent, standardized services that reflect SEI’s programmatic expectations.
* Adapt to changing workflows, funding requirements, or systems as needed to support evolving program needs.## Qualifications### QUALIFICATIONS
* At least 3 years of experience in housing case management, coaching, eviction prevention, or related roles within social services or workforce development. Bachelors in a related field preferred.
* Demonstrated experience supporting individuals or families through housing transitions, economic hardship, or program engagement.
* Knowledge of local housing resources, landlord engagement practices, and community networks within the Portland metro area.
* Strong interpersonal, coaching, and communication skills—especially with diverse communities and in high-pressure environments.
* Ability to support participant self-regulation, problem-solving, and forward planning while maintaining professional boundaries.
* High level of initiative, adaptability, and collaborative spirit within a structured service model.
* Deep commitment to SEI’s values of equity, empowerment, consistency, and community connection.
* Must hold a valid driver’s license, maintain an acceptable driving record, and be insurable under SEI’s auto policy.
* Familiarity with SEI's Bridge to Prosperity, RISE, or comparable coaching and empowerment frameworks is preferred.
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