Housing Services Coordinator

Housing Services Coordinator
Wesley by the Bay | Ocean City, NJ

Full Time Day Shift | No Weekends!
Monday - Friday working 8:30 am - 5 pm

Pay: $21.01-$23.63/hour
based on experience

UMC is a vibrant, mission-driven organization known for its supportive culture and strong employee retention. We are proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work for 9 consecutive years, with 89% of our teammates reporting that they feel they make a difference in the work that they do!

The Housing Services Coordinator is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with older adults, brings creativity and initiative to their work, and is excited to help shape and grow a meaningful housing support program. In this role, you'll have the ability to make an impact and contribute fresh ideas while working within a well-established, mission-focused environment.

What You'll Do

As the Housing Services Coordinator, you will support residents in maintaining safe, stable, and connected living environments by linking them to essential services and programs. Key responsibilities include:

• Connect residents and home-based participants with supportive services to promote successful aging in place
• Assist residents and families with transitions to higher levels of care in coordination with external agencies
• Develop and maintain a community resource guide for housing and supportive services
• Provide regular outreach and follow-up for frail residents, including post-hospital and post-therapy check-ins
• Track, document, and report service outcomes (monthly and annual reporting)
• Create and distribute communication materials such as newsletters, website updates, and social media content
• Serve as a liaison between residents, families, resident groups, and community partners
• Plan and coordinate social, educational, spiritual, and vocational programs that reduce isolation and promote well-being
• Maintain monthly activity calendars and support development of congregate and HCBS programs

What We're Looking For

Education (one of the following required):

• High School Diploma or equivalent with relevant work experience
• Some college coursework
• Associate's degree

Experience:

• 3+ years of experience in services for older adults, disadvantaged populations, or social services in a healthcare or related setting
• 5+ years of experience and knowledge of entitlement programs, healthcare systems, and dementia care preferred

Why Join UMC?

At UMC, our mission is clear and deeply rooted in faith: "Compassionately serving in community so that all are free to choose abundant life."

We are proud of our long-standing commitment to residents and teammates, with over 115 years of service across New Jersey. Our culture is built on Compassion, Respect, Stewardship, and Service.

We are proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work for 9 consecutive years! Recent teammate feedback highlights:

• 89% feel they make a difference at UMC
• 89% feel they are able to take time off when needed
• 87% feel welcomed when they join the organization
• 87% feel their work has special meaning and is "not just a job"

We operate multiple care settings across New Jersey, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, long-term care, short-term rehab, home care, and affordable housing communities.

Benefits for the UMC Team:

• Employer-subsidized Medical and Dental coverage (eligible at 30 hours/week)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off + 9 Paid Holidays (premium pay for holiday work)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance, Professional Development & E-Learning
• Employee Discount Program
• Group Life Insurance (fully paid by UMC)
• Optional Vision, Health Savings Account, and Voluntary Life Insurance
• On-demand pay access (get paid when you need it)
• Uniform allowances and free uniform items

UMC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by laws and regulations.