Housing Locator (52194)

Position Summary: The Housing Locator for the Bridges to Success program is responsible for identifying, securing, and maintaining relationships with property owners and managers to provide safe and affordable housing opportunities for program participants. This position also supports the financial coordination of housing placements by processing check requests, making rent payments, managing documentation related to rental payments, and coordinating with case managers after clients are housed to ensure housing stability and program compliance.

Essential Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Associate's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Minimum of one year of experience in housing services, property management, case management, or a related field.
• Knowledge of local rental market conditions, landlord/tenant laws, fair housing regulations, and basic housing quality standards.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documentation and financial processes.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work both independently and collaboratively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with landlords, clients, and staff.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Education and Experience: Requirements High School Diploma or equivalent required. Associate's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.

Physical Demands: Occasional lifting of more than 10 pounds; Sitting, standing, walking, reaching are performed in the normal course of the position; and The normal work routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues, BUT exposure or potential exposure may be required as a condition of employment. Appropriate personal protective equipment will be readily available to every employee engaged in Category II tasks; M ental Demands: Requires the ability to work and cooperate with clients, co-workers, managers, the public and employees at all levels in order to exchange ideas, information, instructions and opinions. Requires the ability to work under stress and in emotionally charged settings. The ability to defend oneself and clients in mentally/verbally abusive situations through the use of approved mental/verbal de-escalation techniques.