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Westcare

Director of Housing Services

Fresno, CA · On-site

$75K - $80K/yr

Maintain a working knowledge of significant developments and trends in the field of housing, homelessness, tenant rights, racial, economic, housing justice, and related fields. * Maintain ...

Center for Justice Innovation

$66K - $88K/yr

Participate in Housing Justice Initiatives meetings and activities; * Conduct outreach on an ... ongoing basis for new volunteers and clients; * Attend local community board meetings and events ...

Heluna Health

Data/Analytics Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$10K/mo

Build scalable semantic models that map a single client's journey across disparate housing, justice, and clinical programs, standardizing touchpoints over time. * Establish secure-by-design data ...

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How much do housing justice jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for housing justice in the United States is $45,221.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,000.00 and $50,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some of the common challenges faced by professionals working in housing justice roles?

Professionals in Housing Justice often encounter challenges such as navigating complex housing laws, addressing systemic inequities, and advocating for vulnerable populations who may face eviction or discrimination. The work can be emotionally demanding due to the high stakes involved for clients, and it often requires balancing legal advocacy with community outreach and education. Collaboration with legal teams, social service agencies, and local governments is frequent, and the ability to manage a diverse caseload is essential. Despite these challenges, the role is highly rewarding for those passionate about social equity and systemic change.

What is housing justice?

Housing justice refers to the movement and set of principles aimed at ensuring everyone has access to safe, affordable, and stable housing. It addresses issues such as housing discrimination, homelessness, tenant rights, and gentrification. Advocates for housing justice work to eliminate barriers that prevent people, especially marginalized communities, from securing adequate housing. The movement often involves policy reform, legal support, and community organizing to create equitable housing opportunities for all.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a housing justice advocate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Housing Justice Advocate, you need knowledge of housing policy, tenant rights, and community organizing, often supported by a background in social work, law, or public policy. Familiarity with legal research databases, case management systems, and advocacy tools is typically required. Strong communication, cultural competency, and conflict resolution skills help build trust and mobilize affected communities. These abilities are essential to effectively support tenants, influence policy, and drive equitable housing outcomes.
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Infographic showing various Housing Justice job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 52% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 30% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,221 per year, or $21.7 per hour.

Director of Housing Services (51400)

WESTCARE INC

Fresno, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Director of Housing Services will be responsible for the oversight of the program and scope of work. This position will approve all purchase to ensure costs are within budget, monitor data for contract compliance, submit performance reports, and will provide supervision through direct observation and follow-up training. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Provide administrative leadership and supervision to the program.
  • Function as a liaison to the Deputy Administrator(s) and external groups and agencies in promoting inter-organizational collaboration including attending Board and Advisory Board meetings as required.
  • Recruit, train and maintain a professional staff co-located at other sites.
  • Oversee implementation of multiple contracts simultaneously.
  • Maintain a working knowledge of significant developments and trends in the field of housing, homelessness, tenant rights, racial, economic, housing justice, and related fields.
  • Maintain relationships with referring and supporting agencies and represent the agency at various community meetings as requested.
  • Assist in grant planning and initiation of potential funding opportunities when required.
  • Participate in design and implementation of research, such as program evaluation and outcome studies.
  • Arrange for staff development, education, and training activities.
  • Implement Quality Assurance and Utilization Review systems that monitor the effectiveness of the treatment system.
  • Assist in the development of program fiscal and budgetary tracking systems and implementation as well as providing the oversight and management of operating budget and program fiscal expenditures.
  • Monitor compliance with all required standards, regulations, state, and federal guidelines.
  • Develop, implement, and monitor procedures to meet agency policies and contract management including the preparation of comprehensive reports for funding or agency sources.
  • Must Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation; and
  • Perform all other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Experience and Competencies:

  • Administrative experience and capabilities including budgeting responsibilities and personnel management.
  • Strong knowledge of Homeless Management Information System database
  • Experience working in homelessness services, housing programs, or related service-oriented field.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.
  • Ability to work well in a team environment.
  • Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality.
  • Professional appearance and demeanor.
  • Must be sensitive to populations served.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare's vehicle insurance is required.
  • During your tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and/or Funders that WestCare may have to comply with. Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you.
  • CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, and an annual Tuberculosis test.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

  • One (1) year supervision experience, preferred.
  • Two (2) years case management services.
  • Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Addiction Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology, or related field or equivalent experience and education combined.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

  • Not applicable for this position.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • Work is performed primarily in a professional, office setting located at a treatment facility.

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