HOUSING SPECIALIST

Job Details

Job Location

1000 Bridgeport Avenue, 3rd floor, Shelton, CT - Shelton, CT

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

4 Year Degree

Salary Range

$21.91 - $30.66 Hourly

Travel Percentage

Up to 25%

Job Shift

Day

Job Category

Nonprofit - Social Services

Housing Specialist - Rapid Rehousing

Make a Difference with BHcare

Housing Specialist - Rapid Rehousing

Are you passionate about helping individuals and families find safe, stable housing? BHcare is looking for a Housing Specialist to support survivors of domestic violence on their path to long-term stability and self-sufficiency through our Rapid Rehousing program.

Who We Are

BHcare is a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic that provides comprehensive services for individuals and families facing mental health, substance use, and domestic violence challenges. Our housing services are rooted in empowerment, trauma-informed care, and community collaboration.

What You'll Do

As a Housing Specialist, you'll provide direct support to participants transitioning from crisis to stability by :

• Conducting coordinated intakes and assessments to determine housing eligibility under HUD and CT DOH guidelines
• Developing survivor-centered housing plans and supporting participants in reaching their goals
• Teaching life skills such as budgeting, financial literacy, and job-readiness
• Assisting with locating housing, navigating leases, landlord mediation, and applying for long-term subsidies
• Conducting monthly home or community visits to offer continued support
• Collaborating with landlords, community partners, and other housing providers to build a network of support
• Submitting time-sensitive requests for rental assistance and maintaining communication with those on the RRH waitlist

Why Join BHcare?

If you're committed to empowering others and have a heart for housing justice, we encourage you to apply today!

Qualifications

Must be able to attend required training during first week of employment, which is Monday through Friday, 8 : 15 a.m. to 4 : 30 p.m.

Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR / First Aid certification.

Must be able to obtain and maintain the certified domestic violence counselor per CGS 52-146k before providing direct service to clients, followed with six-hour recertification yearly.