Housing Specialist Sec. 8

Pacific Clinics • Pasadena, CA

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About The Position

The Housing Specialist supports the Housing Services program by screening potential candidates for Section 8 and Shelter Plus Care, overseeing the application process and tracking outcomes, coordinating supportive-service matches, and conducting housing searches, placements, and follow-up with case managers. The role helps participants obtain permanent housing through landlord and property outreach, housing-resource lists, relocation services, and financial move-in assistance.

The Housing Specialist also supports program compliance with HUD regulations and agency guidelines, conducts housing inspections and site visits, collects data and prepares required reports, maintains client charts and documentation, and facilitates workshops and meetings about Section 8 and Shelter Plus Care. The position involves collaboration with housing and treatment teams, internal programs, community agencies, landlords, and clients, including culturally diverse communities.

The position requires a valid California driver's license and an insurable driving record. It may involve unsupervised contact with children and requires a full background check and TB exam. Physical duties include standing or sitting, producing records manually or electronically, communicating with community members, and regularly lifting or moving up to 5 pounds and occasionally up to 10 pounds. Pacific Clinics is an equal opportunity employer and will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

• Associate degree in a mental health-related field or one year of related experience with case management services, housing, homeless populations, or mentally ill populations is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to relate to culturally diverse clients and staff.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Strong community outreach skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong paperwork and documentation skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, clients, and community agencies.
• Ability to coordinate housing activities across multiple agency and community service sites.
• Valid California driver's license and an insurable driving record under the Clinics’ liability policy.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including lifting or moving up to 5 pounds regularly and up to 10 pounds occasionally.
• Must complete a full background check and TB exam.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual skills in a language appropriate for Clinics’ clients are highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Screen referrals and applicants for Shelter Plus Care and Homeless Section 8 eligibility, including certifying homelessness and verifying disabilities.
• Conduct housing searches and relocation services for program participants.
• Build and maintain lists of available apartment units for Section 8 consumers and candidates seeking emergency or transitional shelter placements.
• Secure financial move-in assistance, including security deposits, rental assistance, and eviction prevention resources.
• Collect program data to support HUD annual progress reports.
• Maintain compliance with HUD regulations, Clinics’ guidelines, and program requirements.
• Conduct unit pre-inspections, quarterly site visits, and annual inspections in compliance with HUD regulations.
• Provide landlord/tenant mediation, including eviction prevention, mutual termination agreements, and conflict resolution.
• Assist staff with coordinating quarterly social events as required.
• Complete Continuing Day Treatment (CDT) data entry and charting/documentation within required timelines and in accordance with agency requirements, funding directives, Pacific Clinics’ protocol, and HIPAA requirements.
• Monitor and maintain chart compliance with HUD regulations and Clinics’ and department policies.
• Complete and submit client service match, quarterly progress, status change, and housing reports as required.
• Facilitate workshops, trainings, and meetings related to Section 8 and Shelter Plus Care regulations and application processes.
• Assist housing staff in maintaining compliance with HUD regulations and Clinics’ guidelines.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings, contributing to program development and staff training.
• Report client mental health issues to Treatment/Housing teams in a timely manner to coordinate supportive services.
• Interact with internal programs, clinical and support staff, and external contacts such as school or community personnel as applicable.
• Maintain punctuality and reliable, regular attendance.
• Model Pacific Clinics’ approach, mission, and core values in communications and correspondence.
• Communicate effectively and in a culturally competent manner with a diverse consumer population, and promote favorable interactions with managers, coworkers, and others.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) employer match up to 4%
• Competitive time-off plans
• Possible bilingual differential of up to 7.5% for qualifying direct-service roles or up to $80 per month for qualifying non-direct-service roles

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree