Health Related Social Program - Housing Specialist

Health Related Social Needs Program - Housing Specialist

Join to apply for the Health Related Social Needs Program - Housing Specialist role at The Bridge of Central Massachusetts.

The Health Related Social Needs (HRSN) Program works in collaboration with Mass Health to address immediate daily necessities arising from inequities caused by social determinants of health such as lack of access to stable housing, a toxin‑free environment, healthy food, heating and Internet access, transportation, healthcare, safety, education, employment, and social connection.

The Housing Specialist operates within the Housing First Principles, working with individuals to develop strength‑based, solution‑focused individualized goal and action plans that promote permanent housing and self‑sufficiency. They collaborate to secure rental subsidies, identify suitable housing matches, and support clients through the process.

• Create and maintain a housing directory with contact information for owners, developers, housing authorities, and community organizations. Assist with site visits, applications, and lease negotiations.
• Establish and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with private landlords and developers to maximize housing opportunities for people served. Collaborate to ensure apartments are ready for occupancy, perform move‑in/out inspections, and conduct safety and cleanliness inspections as needed.
• Provide follow‑up home visits to support and review progress toward self‑sufficiency, including advocacy, reduction of isolation, listening, problem‑solving, and identification of resources to assist integration into the new community.
• Develop trainings and workshops for people served, including tenant rights, housing discrimination, communication with landlords, physical plant cleanliness and safety, and other trainings as needed.

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Minimum one year previous experience with behavioral health and/or housing required.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record required.

At Open Sky Community Services, we open our doors, hearts, and minds to the belief that every individual, regardless of perceived limitations, deserves the chance to live a productive and fulfilling life. Open Sky is on an anti‑racist journey, committed to learning, living, and breathing inclusion, opportunity, diversity, racial equity, and justice for all. Over 1,300 compassionate and highly trained professionals work to positively impact our communities across Central Massachusetts and beyond.

As a trauma‑informed organization, we strive for transparency, sensitivity to the experiences of those we serve, encourage self‑care, and are committed to fostering a positive work culture that values continuous learning and diverse perspectives.

• Excellent supervision (individual and group), professional development, and training opportunities.
• Generous paid time off plan – start with 29 days (almost 6 weeks) in your first year, including 12 paid holidays; increases to 43 days maximum in later years.
• Tuition reimbursement for higher education and various human services certifications.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with prescription plan.
• 403b retirement plan with employer match.
• Life insurance (100% employer‑paid).
• Eligibility for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
• And more.

Open Sky celebrates diversity and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with federal and state employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran, or disabled veteran status.

USD $22.07 /hr.