What You'll Be Doing

This is a federal entitlement grant funded position and may end upon loss of grant funding

Wake County’s Short-term Rent, Mortgage and Utility (STRMU) Program for people living with HIV/AIDS helps change the lives of people in our community everyday! STRMU provides short-term, stabilizing interventions to households experiencing a financial crisis because of their HIV health condition or a change in their economic circumstances. STRMU is designed to prevent households from becoming homeless by helping them remain in their own dwellings and when utilized together with other efforts, including access to health care services, case management, benefits counseling and employment or vocational services, works to stabilize assisted households.

We are currently seeking a passionate team player with case management experience working directly with homeless and disabled individuals and families to join us as a Housing Opportunities for Persons with Aids (HOPWA) – Social Worker.

Come make a difference in our community and grow your career in a rewarding and meaningful way with Team Wake!

About Our Team

Wake County Department of Housing’s goal is to ensure that quality affordable housing is available for all Wake County residents. As the population and economy continue to grow in Wake County, the need for affordable housing development and preservation increases. Not only do more units of affordable housing need to be built, housing services must be provided to support families and individuals to access or maintain safe, decent, affordable housing. Affordable housing is also critical to preserving Wake County’s economic competitiveness by offering housing for workers at all income levels, supporting housing stability and economic opportunity for its residents, and furthering Wake County’s commitment to healthy and inclusive growth. The Department’s programs include Community Revitalization, Development Financing, Rental Assistance, Homeless Services, Community Outreach, Emergency Shelter, and Permanent Supportive Housing.

The Basics (Required Education and Experience)
Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field
One year of job-related experience
Valid Driver's License and "safe" driving record
Equivalent education and experience are accepted
Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)
Comprehensive case management experience working directly with homeless and disabled individuals and families
Experience with the Housing First Model
How Will We Know You're 'The One'?
Knowledge of case management techniques, with the ability to develop and implement effective case management systems
Excellent interpersonal and emotional intelligence skills required
Must have the ability to regularly interact effectively and empathetically with all constituents from different backgrounds, including those in varying states of tension
Excellent Initiative and ability to proactively identify challenges, have a solutions-based approach to challenges and be able to manage and de-escalate problem situations successfully
About This Position

Location: Oak City Services Cntr Raleigh, NC 27601

Employment Type: Regular

Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:30am - 5:15pm

Hiring Range: 26.54 - 34.07

Market Range: 26.54 - 41.59

Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Posting Closing Date: 7:00 pm on 8/29/2025