Housing Navigator Middletown

Position Title: Housing Navigator Location: Middletown, RI Salary Range: $22.00 - $27.35 hourly Summary: The Housing Navigator is responsible for supporting families residing at Lucys Hearth Shelter in securing and maintaining stable housing. This role involves building relationships with landlords, delivering housing stabilization services, and equipping residents with essential skills for long-term housing successsuch as budgeting, understanding tenant rights and responsibilities, and navigating the rental process. Key responsibilities include facilitating bi-monthly housing application workshops, conducting at least two individual housing-focused meetings with each resident per month, and actively participating in bi-monthly resident house meetings. The Housing Navigator works in close collaboration with the Case Management Coordinator to ensure comprehensive support tailored to each family's needs. The overarching goal of the Housing Navigator is to empower families on their path toward self-sufficiency and long-term housing stability. Qualifications: Associates degree in human services (psychology, social work, marriage/family, etc.) or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Experience working in diverse settings with people across all socio-economic spectrums and a wide variety of personalities and roles - staff, residents, local agencies, contractors, lenders, etc. Excellent organizational, computer skills, and customer skills required. Possession of a valid drivers license, reliable vehicle and auto insurance required. Bilingual/ASL skills are compensated by an additional 6%, above base pay. Multilingual skills are compensated by an additional 8%, above base pay. HOW TO APPLY: Send your resume to [email protected] Apply using the link www.familyserviceri.org/careers and search for Housing Navigator