Housing Resource Center -

Housing Specialist Location:

Yonkers, New York •field work would be Yonkers, Mt. Vernon, and New Rochelle currently.

Pay:

$28 per hour Position Overview A nonprofit social service agency in Yonkers, New York, is seeking a dedicated Housing Specialist to join its Housing Program. This position provides a wide range of housing-related services to Westchester County residents, with a focus on homelessness prevention, housing stability, and client self-sufficiency. Key Responsibilities Assess client eligibility for homelessness prevention and other supportive services. Assist clients with developing affordable household budgets and individualized self-sufficiency plans. Advocate and negotiate with landlords, property managers, building representatives, and other housing providers on behalf of clients. Maintain accurate and up-to-date client files and ensure proper documentation and archiving. Compile case statistics and maintain database spreadsheets and web-based systems, including HMIS. Follow up with clients approximately six months after program exit to assess housing stability when necessary. Conduct apartment inspections to evaluate habitability and housing conditions. Develop and maintain professional relationships with court personnel, Department of Social Services (DSS) staff, and other community partner agencies. Collaborate with partner agencies to strengthen program effectiveness and help preserve client housing. Assist with organizing and facilitating client workshops on topics such as budgeting, fire safety, tenant rights, and other housing-related issues. Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Program Supervisor or agency leadership.