Housing Specialist

Samaritan Daytop Village•New York, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Samaritan Daytop Village operates transitional housing programs for single adults and families experiencing homelessness across New York City’s five boroughs. The Housing Specialist helps individuals and families secure safe, affordable, permanent housing by conducting housing assessments, providing case management, and assisting with applications for housing programs and rental subsidies. The role builds relationships with landlords and real estate partners, maintains current housing resources, inspects apartments for compliance, and coordinates with case managers to address housing barriers. It also involves client advocacy, accurate documentation, and travel within NYC to support housing placements. The position is based in Clifton, Staten Island, and is scheduled Tuesday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 6 months of housing or real estate experience working with the NYC Department of Homeless Services (DHS) or similar city-operated organizations.
Experience in case management or social services with individuals experiencing homelessness, substance use, mental health challenges, or other complex needs.
Knowledge of housing subsidies, supportive housing, and entitlement programs.
Ability to identify and address housing barriers for clients.
Strong communication, problem-solving, and advocacy skills.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and EHR systems.
Willingness to complete CPR and First Aid training.
Ability to travel within the community to view apartments with clients.
Flexible schedule to meet client and program needs.
Ability to work directly with individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Responsibilities

Conduct housing assessments to determine clients’ readiness, family composition, and housing needs.
Help clients secure safe, affordable, and permanent housing options.
Provide case management and support clients with housing and rental subsidy applications.
Build and maintain relationships with landlords, brokers, and real estate agencies.
Maintain an updated database of available housing resources and community partners.
Coordinate with case managers to address client needs and resolve housing barriers.
Inspect apartments to ensure compliance with city, state, and local housing standards.
Identify and address barriers to housing, including language and income challenges.
Advocate for clients seeking to obtain or maintain subsidies, including Section 8, FEPS, and NYC programs.
Maintain accurate tracking forms and documentation, and submit timely housing placement reports.
Support individualized housing plans and assist with OOR registration, inspections, and linkages.
Travel within NYC to view apartments with clients and support housing placement steps.