Housing Specialist - St. Louis, MO

Housing Specialist - St. Louis, Mo

• Department: Education and Employment Leadership
• Employment Type: Full Time
• Location: St. Louis, Missouri

Description

Concordance’s reentry program is designed to dramatically reduce recidivism by helping individuals with justice involvement lead meaningful, abundant, and joyful lives. Our holistic, evidence-based model offers a wide range of services - therapy, case management, yoga, behavioral health and substance use recovery groups, spiritual care, life skills, medical care, education, and job readiness. Each participant is formally supported by our Care Team for a full year, ensuring stability and long-term success. Now operating in Missouri, South Carolina, and Virginia, Concordance is a national leader in compassionate, innovative reentry care.

POSITION OVERVIEW: 

The Housing Specialist plays a key role in helping participants across all Concordance sites secure and maintain stable housing through rental assistance programming and access to community housing resources. This position serves as a liaison between participants, other staff, landlords, community partners, and internal staff to ensure timely communication, accurate administration of benefits, and strong collaboration. The Housing Specialist supports individuals facing housing instability by coordinating with leadership, team members, and housing organizations to deliver end-to-end program support. The Housing Specialist maintains data tracking, housing education, resource networks, and advocates for participant needs in alignment with program goals. 

Key Responsibilities Your Role Will Involve.

Providing supportive care to participants:

• Maintain up-to-date resources on affordable housing units, supportive housing options, and rental assistance programs. 
• Assess participant eligibility and make informed recommendations on appropriate housing supports and placements. 
• Guide participants through rental applications, including subsidies, vouchers, and emergency assistance funds. 
• Coordinate housing placements in collaboration with Center team members, providing direct support to participants as needed. 
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations affecting housing access for justice-involved individuals. 
• Track and process rental assistance payments, as well as payments to partners, with accuracy and timeliness. 
• Contribute to the design and delivery of financial education initiatives that help participants achieve long-term housing goals and stability. 

Tracking and Data  

• Responsible for program data entry, reporting, and outcome tracking to measure short-term and long-term program impact 
• Coordinate with leadership and the Development team to deliver timely reporting for grants, board members, and public reporting.  

Communication and Partnerships  

• Serve as the primary point of contact for housing partners, community partners, landlords, property managers, and housing providers to address questions, resolve issues, and strengthen relationships. 
• Maintain clear and timely communication with participants, ensuring they understand program expectations, available resources, and next steps. 
• Represent the organization in housing coalitions, community meetings, and partner events to build visibility and strengthen networks. 
• Share updates, resources, and best practices with internal staff and external partners to ensure alignment and consistent messaging. 

The Right Candidate Will Come With The Following Attributes, Education, Experience And Meet The Physical Requirements.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES: 

• Passion for our mission  
• Ability to solve problems, develop creative solutions and work independently 
• Collaborative attitude and excitement about working in a multi-disciplinary environment  
• Skilled in efficient operations  
• Effective communication skills with both internal and external stakeholders   

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND LICENSING: 

• 3-5 years of experience in housing services, case management, or rental assistance programming required 
• Preferred Bachelor’s of Social Work, Psychology, Sociology or other field of study.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES: 

• Knowledge of affordable housing programs, HUD, incentive programs, and landlord/tenant rights. 
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build relationships across diverse stakeholders. 
• Highly organized with attention to detail, strong follow-through, and ability to manage multiple priorities. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data management systems. 
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and serving justice-involved and/or housing-insecure populations. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. 

• Sit or stand, lift, and walk for a considerable amount of time throughout the day.

Additional Information:

WHY JOIN CONCORDANCE: This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a transformative mission and make a lasting impact on the lives of justice-involved individuals. As part of the Concordance team, you'll play a crucial role in advancing our vision and shaping the future of reentry services nationwide.   TEAM BENEFITS: We understand the importance of work-life balance and the value of ensuring time for yourself and your family. We offer competitive pay and paid time off, a matching 401(k), and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage. Additionally, we cover other benefits such as basic life insurance, AD&D, professional development opportunities, and an EAP program, which gives you quick access to a wide range of life resources.  

• Competitive salary and benefits package 
• Opportunities for professional development and growth 
• A dynamic and supportive work environment 
• Matching 401(K) program 
• Generous PTO 

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: The offer for the right candidate is contingent upon successfully completing the following requirements: 

• Passing a drug test  
• Satisfactory completion of a background check 
• Signing the team member handbook  
• Verification of employment Verification of education  
• Verification of employment eligibility via I-9  
• Declaration of no conflicts of interest