Bilingual Housing Counselor

Community Progress Council Inc•York, PA

5d•$21 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Community Progress Council (CPC) is seeking a passionate, bilingual professional to join our team as a Housing Counselor. In this role, you will provide housing education, financial coaching, and individualized counseling to renters, prospective homebuyers, and homeowners throughout York County. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping individuals and families achieve housing stability, financial wellness, and long-term success. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who exercises sound judgment, thrives in a client-focused environment, and is passionate about empowering others through equitable and culturally responsive services.

Requirements

Expertise in housing services, financial literacy, counseling, or community-based programs preferred.
Bachelor's degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience, in Social Work, Housing Counseling, Housing Planning, Real Estate, Banking, Human Services, or a related field.
Valid PA driver’s license, reliable transportation, consistent attendance, and responsiveness via phone/email.

Nice To Haves

Housing counseling certification and/or credit counseling certification desired

Responsibilities

Uphold the Vision, Mission, and Values of Community Progress Council.
Provide one-on-one counseling for renters, homebuyers, homeowners, and individuals facing foreclosure or housing instability.
Develop personalized action plans related to rental readiness, homeownership, credit improvement, budgeting, and foreclosure prevention.
Assist clients with spending plans, savings goals, credit-building strategies, rental housing applications, loan modifications, and emergency mortgage assistance programs.
Educate clients on fair housing practices, predatory lending, eviction prevention, and foreclosure processes.
Plan, coordinate, and facilitate homebuyer education and financial literacy workshops.
Recruit eligible participants and promote housing counseling services throughout the community.
Build and maintain partnerships with lenders, realtors, landlords, loan servicers, and community organizations.
Advocate on behalf of clients to help resolve housing challenges and delinquency issues.
Maintain confidential client records and ensure compliance with HUD, PHFA, and other funder requirements.
Prepare required documentation, billing, reports, and program records.
Represent Community Progress Council at community events, meetings, and outreach activities.
Participate in required trainings and support continuous program improvement.
Perform other duties as assigned.