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Housing Specialist (CV898-2) - Supportive Housing Services Division

Volunteers of America Delaware Valley

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Bachelor's degreeValid Driver's License

Job overview

Volunteers of America Delaware Valley is hiring a Housing Specialist (CV898-2) - Supportive Housing Services Division. The Housing Specialist at Volunteers of America Delaware Valley connects individuals and families with permanent, affordable housing. This role involves building partnerships with landlords and housing providers, identifying suitable housing options, and supporting clients in maintaining long-term housing stability. The specialist also assists in dispute resolution and coordinates with social service agencies to secure placements.

Key focus areas include Build and maintain relationships with landlords, housing authorities, and community providers, Identify affordable housing opportunities and match clients based on individual needs, and Support dispute resolution between clients and landlords.

Successful candidates bring Bachelor's Degree, 5+ Years Customer Service Experience, and 5+ Years Sales Experience. Important skills include Communication, Negotiation, Relationship Building, Documentation, Organizational, and Follow-Up. Preferred (not required): Affordable Housing Systems Knowledge and Homeless Populations Knowledge.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CommunicationNegotiationRelationship BuildingDocumentationOrganizationalFollow-UpAffordable Housing Systems KnowledgeHomeless Populations KnowledgeBilingual Fluency

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or 5+ Years Experience in Customer Service, Sales, Marketing, or Human ServicesValid Driver's LicenseAccess to Reliable Transportation

Full job description

Housing Specialist (CV898-2) - Supportive Housing Services Division

Housing Specialist

Secure homes. Build stability. Empower change.

Volunteers of America Delaware Valley is seeking a proactive and people-focused Housing Specialist to help individuals and families in transition secure permanent, affordable housing. In this role, you will connect clients with stable housing options, build partnerships with landlords and housing providers, and support long-term housing success.

You’ll serve as a vital bridge between clients and the housing market—reducing recidivism and helping our communities grow stronger, one placement at a time.

What You’ll Do:

  • Build and maintain relationships with landlords, housing authorities, and community providers

  • Identify affordable housing opportunities and match clients based on individual needs

  • Support dispute resolution between clients and landlords; coordinate relocations if necessary

  • Assist clients and case managers in overcoming housing barriers

  • Coordinate with social service agencies and county resources to secure placements

  • Follow up post-placement to support housing retention and client success

  • Collect data and maintain accurate, confidential records of housing activities

  • Participate in community outreach and planning with civic and housing groups

  • Stay current with housing trends and best practices through trainings and workshops

What You Need:

  • Bachelor’s degree or 5+ years of experience in customer service, sales, marketing, or human services

  • Knowledge of affordable housing systems and homeless populations preferred

  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills

  • Strong documentation, organizational, and follow-up abilities

  • Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation

  • Bilingual fluency is a plus

Why This Role Matters:

  • Housing is a cornerstone of recovery and reintegration. In this role, you’ll directly impact lives by helping individuals and families transition into stable, supportive living environments. Your work opens doors to new beginnings.

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