Top 1544 Public assistance specialists Jobs in New York State

Housing Specialist
JCCA —Pleasantville, NY
- $31.32 an hour
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Budgeting
Housing Specialist
Manna of Life Ministries Sanctuary —Bronx, NY
- $50,000 - $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Addiction Medicine
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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NYC SHELTERS-CASE MANAGER
SCO Family of Services —Long Island City, NY
- $27.47 an hour
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Bachelor's degree
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Housing Specialist
Services For The Underserved, Inc. —Brooklyn, NY
- $51,000 - $56,500 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Computer literacy
- English
- Paid time off
DSS Housing Specialist
UNITED VETERANS BEACON HOUSE, INC. —Bay Shore, NY
- From $25 a month
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Workforce Coordinator
Global Kids —New York, NY
- $62,400 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Inventory management
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Housing Outreach Specialist
Housing & Homeless Coalition of Central New York, INC —Syracuse, NY
- $26 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Windows
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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6d
Learning to Work Coordinator
SCO Family of Services —Brooklyn, NY
- $28.57 an hour
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- School
- On-the-job training
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Public Housing Inspector
Rochester Housing Authority —Rochester, NY
- $23.95 - $37.42 an hour
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Writing skills
- Residential
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Temporary Assistance Specialist 1 or Trainee 1 or 2 (NY HELPS)
State of New York - Temporary and Disability Assistance, Office of —Albany, NY
- $53,764 - $85,138 a year
- Email
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Residential
5d
Project Development Coordinator for Career Coaching
DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION —Queens, NY
- $62,868 - $97,593 a year
- Multiple hires
- Microsoft Word
- Spanish
- Microsoft Excel
- Loan forgiveness
Program Operations Specialist 1
State of New York - People With Developmental Disabilities, Office for —New York, NY
- $70,951 - $89,138 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Public speaking
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
12d
Transition Specialist
The Fedcap Group —Jamaica, NY
- $64,350 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Salesforce
- Mid-level
- Organizational skills
FOOD INSECURITY ASSISTANCE TEAM SPECIALIST
HRA/DEPT OF SOCIAL SERVICES —Manhattan, NY
- $61,656 - $70,904 a year
- Full-time
- High school
- Mid-level
- Office
- Loan forgiveness
- Food provided
3d
Home Energy Assistance Program
County of Dutchess —Poughkeepsie, NY
- $55,228 a year
- Temporary
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
Supportive Housing Staff
Homeless Shelter —Brooklyn, NY
- $49,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Master of Social Work
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Residential
- 403(b) matching
- Health savings account
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6d
Job Coach (Per Diem)
JCCA —Pleasantville, NY
- $35 an hour
- Part-time
- Psychology
- Organizational skills
- Social Work
Employment Specialist
Services For The Underserved, Inc. —New York, NY
- $40,000 - $44,221 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Spanish
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- English
- Paid time off
WIB Youth Employment Program Retention Specialist (Grant Funded Position)
W.I.B., INC. dba Chautauqua Works —Dunkirk, NY
- From $18 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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9d
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
FLACRA —Clifton Springs, NY
- $20.00 - $22.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Driver's License
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Housing Specialist

JCCA -
Pleasantville, NY

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Job Details

$31.32 an hour

Qualifications

Trauma-sensitive practices
Bachelor's degree
Relationship management

Full Job Description

JCCA is seeking a resourceful Housing Specialist to support youth transitioning out of foster care as they move toward independence and long-term stability.

In this impactful role, the Housing Specialist will help young people navigate complex housing systems, secure safe and affordable housing, and develop the skills needed to maintain stable living environments. The ideal candidate is an advocate, relationship-builder, and problem-solver who is committed to empowering youth and preventing homelessness.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a direct difference in the lives of young adults by helping them access critical housing resources and achieve greater self-sufficiency.

Summary of Job Duties:

Housing Navigation & Advocacy

Assess housing needs and identify individualized housing pathways for youth preparing to age out of foster care
Guide youth through housing applications, including:
- NYCHA
- Section 8
- City FHEPS/FHEPS
- Supportive housing
- NYC Housing Connect affordable housing lottery
Track housing application progress and proactively follow up with housing agencies, landlords, and providers
Support youth during housing appointments, interviews, lease signings, and move-ins
Coordinate emergency and crisis housing referrals when needed

Partnership Building & Systems Coordination

Build and maintain relationships with landlords, brokers, housing providers, and community organizations
Stay current on city, state, and federal housing resources, policies, and eligibility requirements
Serve as a liaison between the program, housing partners, advocacy organizations, and oversight agencies
Collaborate closely with case planners, permanency specialists, and Fair Futures/LEAP teams to ensure comprehensive support services

Youth Development & Program Support

Facilitate life skills workshops focused on:
- Housing readiness
- Tenant rights
- Budgeting
- Independent living skills
Develop curriculum and facilitate engagement-based sessions for youth
Provide technical assistance and housing consultations to program staff
Maintain accurate documentation, case notes, and housing outcomes in program databases
Participate in supervision, trainings, and team meetings

Qualifications

Required

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or a related field
Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with at-risk, foster care, or system-involved youth
Strong understanding of trauma-informed care and youth development
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational, time-management, and follow-up skills
Ability to build collaborative relationships with youth, colleagues, landlords, and external partners
Ability to navigate complex systems while maintaining a youth-centered and strengths-based approach

Preferred

Experience with NYC housing systems and subsidy programs
Knowledge of foster care, permanency, or transitional living services
Experience facilitating workshops or life skills programming
Comfort using data and outcomes to support decision-making and service planning

Why Join JCCA?

Opportunity to make a lasting impact on youth transitioning to adulthood
Collaborative and mission-driven team environment
Meaningful, community-based work that changes lives
Professional development and growth opportunities
Supportive leadership committed to innovation and equity

If you are passionate about housing justice, youth empowerment, and helping young people build stable futures, we encourage you to apply.

Hourly Rate: $31.32 per hour (annualized $57K)

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