Housing Case Manager – Supportive Housing Program
Location: Houston, TX (Gulf Freeway area)
Pay Rate: $26.00 per hour (Paid Weekly)

Are you passionate about helping young adults build stable, independent futures? This is an opportunity to make a direct and lasting impact in the lives of youth ages 18–24 as they transition into safe housing and adulthood with confidence.

Openwork is partnering with a respected, community-focused organization to hire a dedicated Housing Case Manager for a dynamic and meaningful role within a supportive housing program.

This position blends hands-on housing navigation with individualized, strengths-based case management. You will play a critical role in helping young adults secure stable housing, develop life skills, and overcome barriers to long-term success.

Position Overview

The Housing Case Manager partners closely with youth as they navigate the housing process—from voucher applications and documentation to lease-up and move-in. Once housed, you will provide consistent, ongoing support to help clients maintain stability, achieve personal goals, and build independence.

This is a highly engaging, in-person role requiring strong relationship-building skills, organization, and a genuine commitment to youth empowerment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct housing readiness assessments and deliver individualized case management and supportive services

• Guide youth through housing applications and voucher processes, including required forms and housing briefings

• Assist with documentation submitted to local housing authorities, including:

  • Initial applications

  • Recertifications

  • Move requests

  • Income updates

  • Family composition changes

• Support youth throughout the move-in process to ensure a smooth housing transition

• Provide ongoing onsite case management within supportive housing settings

• Participate in wraparound meetings to coordinate services and ensure holistic support

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in a case management database system

• Collaborate with internal programs to educate youth on housing options and preparation strategies

• Attend and support program events and workshops as needed

Required Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Services, Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Human Services, Criminal Justice, or a closely related field.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and data entry systems

• Strong organizational, time management, and documentation skills

• Ability to build trusting, supportive relationships with youth

• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams

Preferred Experience

• Knowledge of case management principles, documentation standards, and records management

• Experience with public housing programs and housing subsidies

• Experience working with youth aging out of foster care or navigating transitional housing

Schedule Requirements

This position requires a fully open and flexible schedule, including availability to work weekends and late weekends as needed. Flexibility is essential to meet the needs of youth and program operations.

Work Environment & Requirements

• Regular, in-person engagement with youth in a supportive housing setting

• Ability to exercise sound judgment and collaborate effectively across teams

• Reliable transportation required

• Valid driver’s license and current liability insurance required

Why Apply?

This is more than a job—it is an opportunity to create stability, opportunity, and brighter futures for young people in your community. If you are driven by purpose, committed to youth advocacy, and energized by hands-on case management, this role offers meaningful, mission-driven work every day.

About Openwork

Openwork is a talent-first staffing company with more than 50 years of experience connecting skilled professionals with meaningful, long-term opportunities. We focus on creating pathways to stability, growth, and professional success.

Apply today to become part of work that truly changes lives.