Housing Retention Counselor

Evergreen Health  

At Evergreen and our affiliates, we value collaborative, down-to-earth individuals and encourage self-expression. We recognize that our diverse workforce allows us to provide culturally competent care to everyone in our community. 

Empower Lives. Strengthen Communities. Be Part of Something That Matters.

As a Housing Retention Counselor, you’ll play a vital role in helping individuals across Erie and Niagara Counties transition from being homeless to safe, permanent housing. You’ll walk alongside clients as they regain stability, providing guidance, resources, and support that truly makes a life‑changing difference.

As part of the essential functions of this role, the Housing Retention Counselor: 

• Assesses independent living skills and works with the patient care team to develop and implement service plans that foster maximum patient self-sufficiency 
• Provides short-term situational counseling for patients in crisis 
• Assists patients in securing services that maximize their tenure in housing
• Participate in scheduled virtual and in-person meetings 
• Provides quality customer service through a Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) lens 

Qualified candidate: will have exceptional communication skills, excel in customer service and time management, ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment, familiarity with computers and MS Office software (Outlook, Word) preferred, ability to teach and influence others, familiarity with the trauma-informed care model, demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment possess a valid NYS driver's license (verified through NYS LENS system) and insured, dependable car to use for client services activities, including transporting clients, when necessary; awareness of and sensitivity to the issues and health disparities faced by underserved populations is essential

Job type: Full-time 

Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree in health, human or education services and one (1) year of qualifying experience* or Associate degree in health, human or education services and two (2) years of qualifying experience* 

*  “qualifying experience” means verifiable full- or part-time experience in care coordination with the following populations: persons with a chronic illness, and/or persons with a history of mental illness, homelessness, or chemical dependence. Experience with families preferred. Extensive qualifying experience may be considered in lieu of degree. 

This position is posted with a salary range. The actual rate of pay offered will be based on a variety of individualized factors, including but not limited to a candidate’s skills, relevant experience, educational background, internal equity, and market considerations.

What Evergreen Health Offers You: 

• Multiple comprehensive medical health insurance plans for you to choose from 
• Dental and Vision coverage at no cost to you 
• Paid Time Off package that equals 4 weeks of time in your first year 
• 403b with a generous company match 
• Paid parking or monthly metro pass 
• Professional development opportunities 
• Paid lunch breaks

Evergreen Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer; we do not discriminate on the basis of age, citizenship, color, disability, ethnic or national origin, gender expression, gender identity, language, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.