Housing Specialist

Lutheran Child and Family Services of IN/KY • Indianapolis, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Housing Specialist supports the daily housing operations of the Pando Program , with a focus on housing placement coordination, eligibility vetting, data management, and compliance . Working closely with the Housing Coordinator, Coordinated Entry System (CES), property management, and community partners, this role ensures participants experiencing homelessness are efficiently connected to housing while maintaining accurate documentation and compliance with HUD and Continuum of Care (CoC) requirements. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, collaborative, and passionate about housing stability .

Requirements

• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Experience working with databases or data systems (HMIS preferred)
• Clear, professional communication with internal and external partners
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and discretion
• Valid Indiana Driver’s License
• Ability to pass background checks in accordance with LCFS policy
• Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends as program needs require

Nice To Haves

• Experience in housing programs, homelessness services, or case management
• Familiarity with HUD, CoC standards, or coordinated entry systems
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, or a related field

Responsibilities

• Housing Referrals & Intake Coordination: Serve as a primary point of contact with the Coordinated Entry System (CES)
• Screen referrals and verify eligibility according to program requirements
• Support intake documentation and participant onboarding
• Housing Placement & Transitions: Collaborate with property management on applications, inspections, lease signings, and move-ins
• Support participant transitions into housing and exits when applicable
• Assist with housing-related coordination to ensure successful placements
• Data Management & Compliance: Maintain accurate, timely records in HMIS
• Manage HUD and CoC documentation using compliance checklists
• Ensure confidentiality, data integrity, and adherence to regulatory requirements
• Community & Internal Collaboration: Participate in case conferencing, community meetings, and workgroups
• Communicate consistently with internal teams and external partners
• Support collaborative problem-solving to promote housing stability
• Program Support: Assist with reporting, audits, and special projects as assigned
• Contribute to overall program operations and effectiveness

Benefits

• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
• Health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• A mission-driven, collaborative environment where your work directly supports housing stability and community well-being

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level