Description
The Senior Housing Stabilization Specialist will serve as the primary point of contact for housing stabilization services, responsible for conducting intake and eligibility determinations, navigating clients through housing resources and assistance programs, administering direct financial assistance, and coordinating closely with FEC financial coaches and external community partners.
Responsibilities:
- Intake, Eligibility & Case Management:
+ Conduct comprehensive housing-focused intake and eligibility assessments for applicants seeking rental, utility, deposit, and emergency financial assistance. + Verify income eligibility, geographic residency, and program-specific documentation requirements. + Develop individualized housing stability plans in coordination with FEC financial coaches.
- Direct Financial Assistance Administration:
+ Administer direct financial assistance across three categories: rent/mortgage/utility arrears, emergency financial assistance for unexpected expenses, and one-time rent/deposit and moving assistance. + Coordinate payment processing with landlords, utility providers, and vendors.
- Housing Navigation & Stabilization:
+ Navigate clients through Sacramento’s rental market and affordable housing landscape. + Coordinate with landlords, property managers, and legal aid partners to facilitate eviction prevention and housing retention.
- Partnerships, Outreach & Reporting:
+ Collaborate with FEC financial coaches and the Program Manager to deliver integrated housing and financial empowerment services. + Build and maintain relationships with community-based partners.
Requirements:
- A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and/or three or more years of directly relevant experience in housing stabilization, eviction prevention, case management, or social services;
- Demonstrated experience conducting intakes and eligibility assessments for low- to moderate-income households;
- Experience administering direct financial or rental assistance programs, including documentation review and vendor/landlord coordination preferred;
- Familiarity with Sacramento County’s rental market, affordable housing resources, and eviction prevention programs;
- HUD Housing Counselor Certification preferred;
Benefits:
- Competitive salary ($30.87/hr)
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, 403(b) retirement savings plan, disability and life insurance, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)