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Help People Find More Than Housing—Help Them Find Home.
At Community Horizons, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live independently, make their own choices, and have a safe place to call home. Every day, we work alongside individuals with disabilities and older adults to remove barriers, create opportunities, and empower people to live the life they choose.
We're looking for a compassionate, resourceful Housing Navigator who is passionate about connecting people with housing solutions and believes that stable housing is the foundation for independence.
If you enjoy problem-solving, building relationships, and making a meaningful difference in your community, we'd love to meet you.
Location Covering: Portage and Wood Counties
Travel required to members' homes
Work Schedule Monday-Friday
What You'll Do
As a Housing Navigator, you'll be a vital resource for individuals and families by helping them identify, secure, and maintain safe, affordable housing.
You'll:
- Connect individuals with housing opportunities that match their needs and preferences.
- Develop relationships with landlords, property managers, and community housing partners.
- Guide individuals through housing applications, eligibility requirements, and subsidy programs.
- Help overcome housing barriers such as rental history, credit concerns, accessibility needs, or limited housing availability.
- Collaborate with Housing Counselors and community organizations to provide comprehensive housing support.
- Maintain accurate documentation of referrals, housing leads, and participant interactions.
- Stay informed about affordable housing resources, rental market trends, and local housing programs.
What You Bring
We're looking for someone who is compassionate, organized, and enjoys helping others navigate complex systems.
Preferred qualifications include:
- Experience in housing, social services, case management, or community resource coordination.
- Knowledge of affordable housing programs such as Section 8, WHEDA, HUD, Rural Development, or similar programs is a plus.
- Strong communication, advocacy, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
- Reliable transportation and willingness to travel throughout Central Wisconsin as needed.
Benefits
Mileage Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Paid Training, 401 K
About Community Horizons
Make a Meaningful Impact with Community Horizons
Support individuals. Empower independence. Build a flexible career you’ll love.
Community Horizons proudly supports individuals across Wisconsin who are enrolled in self-directed programs through Managed Care Organizations, IRIS (Include, Respect, I Self-Direct), and the CLTS (Children’s Long-Term Support) Program.
Self-direction allows participants—and families—to have control over who provides their care and how services are delivered, creating a truly personalized experience. While Community Horizons is not the employer of record, we assist by connecting caregivers with participants and guiding them through the hiring process. All hiring decisions are made by the member or their guardian
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re passionate about helping people live as independently as possible in their own homes, we’d love to talk with you. Community Horizons offers the support you need to succeed in your self-directed role.