Domestic Violence Housing Specialist

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain relationships with brokers, landlords, and service providers to secure affordable housing for DV shelter clients
• Provide technical support for housing program initiatives to outreach partners and service providers
• Coordinate with stakeholders to identify eligible clients and facilitate housing application processes
• Maintain accurate tracking of available units, pending client referrals, and set-aside units
• Liaison with sister agencies like DHS for survivor discharge planning
• Prepare monthly statistical reports and conduct field work

Requirements

• Baccalaureate degree and two years of community work experience, OR
• High school graduation and six years of community work experience, OR
• Equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of one year of experience in community-centered activities

About the Company

Domestic Violence Services (DVS) provides comprehensive immediate and long-term support services to survivors of domestic violence and their families, overseeing one of the largest domestic shelter systems in the country.