Reentry Housing Coordinator
About The Position
The Reentry Housing Coordinator serves as a housing subject-matter expert within the Division of Reentry and Rehabilitation, responsible for establishing, navigating, and expanding sustainable housing pathways for individuals transitioning from state facilities or community supervision. Operating under general direction, this specialist builds external partnerships across local housing authorities, federal grant networks, private landlords, and non-profit service providers. This role bridges the gap between immediate emergency shelter needs and long-term community stability by integrating housing access with transportation, employment, healthcare, and wrap-around support systems.
Requirements
- Deep understanding of HUD programs, Section 8, Housing First models, Rapid Re-Housing, Permanent Supportive Housing, and local Utah housing inventory.
- Understanding of how stable housing intersects with workforce development, Medicaid/healthcare navigation, substance use recovery, and public transportation infrastructure.
- Knowledge of evidence-based practices, trauma-informed care, risk-reduction strategies, and the unique societal barriers facing justice-involved populations.
- Proven ability to negotiate, build trust, and maintain strong relationships with private market landlords, community non-profits, and government agencies.
Responsibilities
- Cultivate and maintain a robust network of housing providers, private landlords, emergency shelters, rapid re-housing initiatives, and supportive housing programs across Utah. Act as the Division's primary liaison to regional Continuums of Care (CoCs) and local housing authorities.
- Evaluate individual housing barriers (e.g., criminal background checks, credit history, eviction records) and map tailored stabilization plans. Coordinate interconnected wrap-around services—including employment, transportation, vital identification documents, and life skills—to ensure long-term housing retention.
- Collaborate directly with facility discharge planners and probation/parole officers to initiate housing planning 90 days prior to release, facilitating direct, warm handoffs to community housing upon release.
- Serve as the functional bridge between non-profit housing entities and probation/parole supervision staff. Ensure housing plans comply with court-ordered supervision conditions while maintaining client safety and program integrity.
- Track housing placement timelines, retention rates, and referral outcomes in the electronic case management database. Evaluate performance for state-funded housing contracts to ensure compliance with quality standards.
Benefits
- This position is eligible for a full benefits package.
- Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
- Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
- Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
- Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
