Housing Stabilization Specialist at YWCA Greater Cleveland

Cleveland, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Housing Services, Job Readiness, Case Management, Communication, Organization, Problem Solving, Technology Use, Advocacy, Crisis Intervention, Life Skills Facilitation, Collaboration, Documentation, Transportation, Community Resources, Financial Literacy, Budgeting

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

About YWCA Greater Cleveland YWCA Greater Cleveland provides programs and services that help individuals and families build stability, security, and self-sufficiency. We work with community partners to reduce barriers to housing, employment, and wellness through practical support and coordinated care. About the Role The Housing Stabilization Specialist works directly with individuals who have housing vouchers through EDEN. The goal is to help participants secure and maintain stable housing, develop essential life skills, and connect to community resources that promote long-term success. This position is ideal for someone who is compassionate, organized, and experienced in housing services or job readiness programs. The right candidate will be comfortable using technology for case documentation and communication. Key Responsibilities * Partner with participants to create and carry out individualized service plans. * Support participants in finding and maintaining housing and reducing the risk of homelessness. * Provide advocacy, case management, and short-term crisis intervention when needed. * Facilitate life skills and workforce readiness sessions (financial literacy, budgeting, computer skills, etc.). * Collaborate with landlords, housing providers, and community agencies to connect participants to resources. * Maintain accurate case notes and documentation in the client database (ETO) within required timeframes. * Participate in team meetings, provider meetings, and training sessions. * Occasionally provide transportation or accompaniment for participants to appointments or court when appropriate. Qualifications * Experience providing support services related to housing stability, workforce readiness, or case management. * Knowledge of local housing providers, applications, and available resources. * Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills. * Ability to maintain professional boundaries and manage multiple priorities. * Comfortable using computers, databases, and other standard office software for documentation and communication. * Must hold a valid driver’s license and be able to travel locally as needed. Why Work With Us * Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families. * Supportive, collaborative work environment. * Professional growth and skill development opportunities. * Competitive pay and benefits package. Apply Today If you are ready to use your skills to help others achieve housing stability and greater independence, we invite you to apply for the Housing Stabilization Specialist position. Visit YWCA Greater Cleveland Careers Page to submit your application.

Responsibilities

The Housing Stabilization Specialist partners with participants to create individualized service plans and supports them in finding and maintaining housing. They also provide advocacy, case management, and facilitate life skills sessions.