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Be ready for behavioral examples on housing barriers, conflict de-escalation, documentation accuracy, and multi-agency coordination in a men’s shelter. Ask how Rising Up defines housing placements, caseload size, and how specialists work with on-site security and clinical partners.
Strong fit if you want hands-on housing case management in Brooklyn nonprofit shelter work and can handle high-need client systems. Weigh recent labor coverage against mission-driven shelter service before accepting.
As Housing Specialist at Rising Up Men’s Shelter, your day centers on casework with men in temporary housing: intakes and housing plans, landlord/HRA paperwork, unit search support, crisis de-escalation on the floor, and coordination with shelter ops and outside providers so clients move toward stable placement.
No. The listing is on-site in Brooklyn at Rising Up Men’s Shelter.
CAMBA (camba.com), founded in 1960, is a long-running NYC community organization; this job is housing specialist work at a men’s shelter.
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Camba seeks a full-time Housing Specialist to join the Rising Up Men's Shelter team in Brooklyn, New York City. You'll help homeless and housing-insecure men navigate pathways to stable shelter and permanent housing, providing the supportive case management and advocacy that transforms lives. About the Role In this position, you'll work directly with men experiencing housing crises, combining compassionate direct support with practical problem-solving to help clients move from emergency shelter into stability. You'll be part of a mission-driven team committed to building an inclusive New York City where everyone has access to the resources they need to thrive. What You'll Do Conduct client intake and comprehensive assessments to identify housing barriers, service needs, and individual strengths Provide ongoing case management and individualized support as clients work toward housing stability Connect clients with housing options, coordinate placements, and facilitate access to rental assistance and shelter programs Coordinate referrals to complementary services including job training, mental health support, and emergency aid Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with housing providers, social service agencies, and community partners Maintain accurate documentation, track client progress, and ensure compliance with program requirements Advocate on behalf of clients to address barriers and advance their path to housing security What We're Looking For Demonstrated experience supporting homeless or housing-insecure populations, or equivalent lived experience Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust and engage people in crisis Excellent organizational and documentation skills with attention to detail Genuine commitment to the dignity, autonomy, and self-determination of people experiencing homelessness Ability to work effectively across teams, departments, and community organizations Resilience, flexibility, and compassion in a dynamic, sometimes challenging environment Proficiency with standard office software and openness to learning agency-specific systems About Camba Camba is a community of staff, volunteers, and partners dedicated to building inclusive New York City. We offer integrated programs across education, job training, family support, and housing services—meeting people where they are and providing comprehensive pathways to opportunity and stability. How to Apply Interested in joining the team? Submit your application through the job listing to apply for this Housing Specialist opportunity in…
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