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Senior Housing Specialist

New York, NY

HELP Unity| 23 W. 106th Street, NY, NY 10025 Position Summary As Senior Housing Specialist with HELP USA, you'll lead a small team of Housing Specialists in rapid rehousing, helping your clients find ...

LGBT Life Center

Senior Housing Specialist

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$48K/yr

The Senior Housing Specialist (SHS) is responsible for supporting participants in securing and maintaining stable housing through comprehensive housing navigation, placement assistance, and ongoing ...

husadayforce

Senior Housing Specialist

New York, NY · On-site

HELP Unity| 23 W. 106th Street, NY, NY 10025 Position Summary As Senior Housing Specialist with HELP USA, you'll lead a small team of Housing Specialists in rapid rehousing, helping your clients find ...

husadayforce

Senior Housing Specialist

New York, NY

HELP Unity| 23 W. 106th Street, NY, NY 10025 Position Summary As Senior Housing Specialist with HELP USA, you'll lead a small team of Housing Specialists in rapid rehousing, helping your clients find ...

HELP USA

Senior Housing Specialist

New York, NY · On-site

$24.51/hr

HELP Unity| 23 W. 106th Street, NY, NY 10025 Position Summary As Senior Housing Specialist with HELP USA, you'll lead a small team of Housing Specialists in rapid rehousing, helping your clients find ...

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How much do senior housing jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior housing in the United States is $80,287.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,500.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a Senior Housing Manager role, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Housing Manager, you need expertise in property management, knowledge of housing regulations, and experience in budgeting and facility operations, often backed by a relevant degree or certification such as Certified Property Manager (CPM). Proficiency with property management software, compliance tracking systems, and maintenance scheduling tools is commonly required. Outstanding interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, and empathy enable strong relationships with residents, families, and staff. These competencies ensure safe, compliant, and welcoming living environments for seniors while maintaining operational excellence.

What is senior housing?

Senior housing refers to residential communities or living arrangements designed specifically for older adults, typically aged 55 and over. These communities offer various levels of support and amenities, ranging from independent living to assisted living and skilled nursing care. Senior housing aims to provide a safe, comfortable environment that promotes social engagement, independence, and access to healthcare as needed. The goal is to help seniors maintain a high quality of life while addressing their unique needs as they age.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in senior housing management, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in senior housing management often navigate challenges such as balancing resident satisfaction with regulatory compliance, managing staff turnover, and coordinating the diverse needs of residents and their families. Building strong communication channels with both staff and residents, investing in ongoing staff training, and staying updated on relevant regulations can help address these challenges. Additionally, fostering a supportive team environment and implementing robust care planning processes are key strategies for maintaining high-quality service and operational efficiency.

What is the difference between Senior Housing vs Assisted Living Coordinator?

AspectSenior HousingAssisted Living Coordinator
Required CredentialsVaries; often includes property management or real estate licensesCPR, First Aid, and possibly healthcare-related certifications
Work EnvironmentResidential communities, property management settingsAssisted living facilities, healthcare settings
Employer & Industry UsageReal estate developers, property management companiesHealthcare providers, senior care facilities
Common Search & ComparisonFocuses on housing options for seniorsFocuses on coordinating assisted living services

Senior Housing primarily involves managing or developing residential communities for seniors, focusing on property and community management. Assisted Living Coordinator, on the other hand, manages daily care services and supports residents' healthcare needs. While both roles serve seniors, Senior Housing emphasizes property and community oversight, whereas Assisted Living Coordinators focus on resident care and service coordination.

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Infographic showing various Senior Housing job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 48% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 36% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,287 per year, or $38.6 per hour.
Senior Housing Coordinator

Senior Housing Coordinator

Brilliant Corners

San Mateo, CA • On-site

$28.85/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Location: San Mateo
$28.85 per hour
Organization Overview
Founded in 2004, Brilliant Corners provides innovative housing and housing-related services to California's most vulnerable individuals, with an emphasis on those transitioning from, or at risk of, homelessness or institutionalization. We develop, own, and manage multi-family supportive housing and licensed residential care homes. We implement a broad array of scattered-site, one-on-one supportive housing, and clinical case management programs through partnerships with developmental services, homeless services, veterans' services, and health care sectors.
In short, we do good work.
We have offices statewide with a staff of passionate people. While we are growing rapidly, we are also selective: We're seeking inspired, talented people who want to be effecting profound change and who have fun doing it.
Department Summary
Brilliant Corners partners with Health Plan of San Mateo, San Mateo County, and other community partners to provide person-centered housing services to members of the health plan. Brilliant Corners helps members identify housing opportunities in the community that meet their needs and assist them with the application process. They also assist members with applying for waitlists for rent subsidies and affordable housing. They help members move into housing and provide ongoing support with their tenancy. Brilliant Corners administers rent subsidies to qualified members.
Position Summary
With guidance from the Program Supervisor, the Senior Housing Coordinator will provide housing support and coordination, move-in coordination, reasonable accommodation request reviews/support, Salesforce auditing, Housing Coordinator training manual development/updates, and housing retention services to participants. In addition, the Senior Housing Coordinator may take point with coordinating monthly meetings with property providers/management, facilities and/or case management. The Senior Housing Coordinator will maintain a caseload of 30 clients and will work directly with tenants and ongoing case management to ensure that tenants successfully retain their housing over time. They will ensure tenant well-being and unit habitability by conducting weekly, monthly, and quarterly visits and will work creatively and collaboratively to prevent eviction and other housing-related issues.
Position Responsibilities
  • Collaboratively work with Service Providers, Property Management and/or Facility Administrator/Staff on all resident issues with support from the Program Supervisor.
  • Coordinate regular meetings with partner agencies and take the lead on facilitating the meetings on behalf of Brilliant Corners.
  • Coordinate move-ins
  • Act as a liaison between clients, Service Providers/Case Management partners
  • May assist with various trackers like exits and move-ins
  • May assist with housing placements and assignments
  • Review and provide support for reasonable accommodations
  • Audit Salesforce data
  • Ensure tenant well-being and unit habitability through a regular schedule of unit inspections and wellness checks.
  • Assist with developing/updating Housing Coordinator training manual and onboarding new staff on the team
  • Respond to housing and tenant-related emergencies during normal business and after hours.
  • Maintain a caseload of about 30 clients
  • Become competent with the housing rights of people with disabilities under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Fair Housing Act, As Amended in 1988
  • Assess the need for reasonable accommodations/unit modifications and ADA compliance, and assist program participants through the process of obtaining the request
  • Educate community members about the housing needs of identified program participants and the importance of supportive housing
  • Submit and follow up on tenant maintenance requests
  • Maintain thorough and accurate progress notes, files, and correspondences while maintaining the confidentiality of tenants, staff and organizational information at all times and exercise appropriate boundaries with tenants
  • Routinely make home visits and phone calls to program participants
  • Attend all agency staff meetings and trainings, as well as department meetings and case conferences
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements
Professional Experience
  • Experience presenting in front of a large group of people
  • Experience with interpreting data and running reports

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Willingness to travel and make multiple visits in the field
  • Experience working with homeless individuals
  • Highly organized and reliable
  • Able to take feedback well
  • Experience working in a crisis setting and ability to respond appropriately in an emergency
  • Knowledge of supporting housing
  • Knowledge of Fair Housing Laws and reasonable accommodations
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Possession of a valid California driver's license, a clean driving record, and automobile insurance
  • Access to reliable transportation
  • Basic computer knowledge, MS Word and Excel required; PowerPoint preferred
  • Flexibility required regarding scheduling and prioritizing of tasks
  • Ability to utilize critical thinking skills in decision-making situations, good organizational and record-keeping skills, and good independent judgment
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Core Competencies
  • Approachability: Builds trusting relationships by being accessible, understanding, and responsive to others needs to improve services
  • Conflict Management: Addresses conflicts by understanding needs, employing empathetic listening, identifying underlying issues and facilitating equitable solutions that respect all parties
  • Strategic Agility: Future-oriented, strategically coordinates resources and stakeholders to optimize support, proactively navigating challenges through planning and critical thinking

Organizational Values
  • Humanity:Putting people first: We are committed to meeting people where they're at, honoring their dignity, diversity, and experience.
  • Community: Building a better future: Sustainable housing solutions are fostered through partnership, collaboration, and human connection.
  • Ingenuity: Innovating for transformation: Systems-change requires relentless determination, thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo.

Physical Requirements
Candidates should have physical mobility for tasks such as standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, twisting, and walking on uneven surfaces. They should be capable of performing stationary tasks like sitting for up to 6 to 8 hours a day. Additionally, candidates should be able to lift, carry, push, pull light to moderate weights up to 15 pounds safely. Requires mental acuity for analytical reasoning and document interpretation.
Salary range for this position is $28.84 to $30.28 annually. This position is being offered at $28.85 annually.
Brilliant Corners does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Benefits
  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental, & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (With 5% Match)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary and AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
  • Short Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Training & Development
  • Wellness Resources
  • Hybrid Work"

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