Housing Solutions Specialist, Multiple Positions

Allegheny County

Housing specialist supporting Pittsburgh households transitioning from homelessness into stable housing. Connecting clients with housing, income, employment, health-insurance, and social-service resources.

Posted 8/17/2026full-timePittsburgh • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $50,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in housing crisis resolution, eligibility screening for housing programs, and tenant rights advocacy. Proficient in building partnerships and providing direct assistance to diverse populations in navigating housing resources.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Master’s Degree In Social ServicesKnowledge Of Local Housing ResourcesExperience Conducting Affordable Housing SearchesStrong Interpersonal SkillsExcellent Written And Verbal Communication

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Hard Skills

Eligibility ScreeningHousing Crisis ResolutionLease ReviewAssessment CompletionDocument Preparation

Soft Skills

Relationship-BuildingProblem-SolvingOrganizational SkillsJudgment SkillsCultural Competence

Tools & Technologies

Web-Based SoftwarePC SoftwareEmail For Documentation

Certifications & Qualifications

Act 33 ClearanceAct 34 ClearanceFBI Clearance

Industry Keywords

Homeless SystemHousing Stabilization ResourcesTenant RightsSocial ServicesCommunity Navigation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide direct assistance to individuals to resolve housing crises
Screen preliminary eligibility for publicly and privately funded programs
Advise households on available housing types, requirements, applications, and listing resources
Assist with paperwork and help households become document ready
Review leases and explain tenant rights and responsibilities
Complete assessments for homeless housing services and supports
Advocate on behalf of households and empower them to self-advocate
Track supports provided
Participate in team meetings, trainings, and related events as a DHS resource specialist
Identify and communicate process and service improvement opportunities, including trends and service gaps
Support transitions from emergency shelters and homeless system housing programs to safe, stable permanent housing
Help prevent homelessness and maintain housing when appropriate
Connect households with income, employment, health insurance, housing-crisis, and social-service resources

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in a field related to social services, or bachelor’s degree in a related field plus at least two years of social-services field work, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal housing resources and access procedures
Knowledge of local housing-stabilization resources, including mediation, utility assistance, and rental assistance
Knowledge of the county’s homeless system
Experience conducting searches for affordable housing
Knowledge of tenants’ rights and responsibilities
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills in a direct-service environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to build partnerships and collaborate positively with diverse individuals and organizations
Ability to learn and use web-based and PC software and email for reports and service documentation
Ability to work independently and as part of a high-performance team
Ability to manage time efficiently and work under pressure in office and community settings
Confidentiality and professional conduct
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and judgment skills
Demonstrated ability to work successfully in culturally diverse settings and with diverse populations
Consistent access to reliable transportation and ability to navigate the community for work assignments
Act 33, Act 34, and FBI clearances

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employer
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
Diverse and inclusive workplace
Opportunity to make a significant impact in human services