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Andrea Osorio

Sun Valley

Summary

Housing Navigator and Human Services professional with 4+ years of experience supporting individuals experiencing homelessness through permanent housing placement, housing navigation, and case coordination. Strong background in HUD-compliant housing programs, HMIS documentation, landlord engagement, and client advocacy. Bilingual, trauma-informed, and highly effective at securing housing outcomes while maintaining accurate records and compliance.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Housing Navigator

Healthcare in Action
02.2024 - Current
  • Secure permanent housing placements for individuals experiencing homelessness

• Match clients to PSH, Section 8, subsidized, and affordable market-rate housing

• Assist with housing applications, documentation, and eligibility requirements

• Coordinate with landlords and housing providers to advocate for client placement

• Maintain accurate HMIS and Coordinated Entry System documentation

• Track housing progress and support successful housing transitions

  • Answered client questions about lease and rental agreements and advocated on behalf of client needs.

Housing Specialist

Hope the Mission
08.2023 - 02.2024
  • Identified and recruited landlords and brokers to provide suitable and affordable units to meet clients' needs.
  • Explained rental and housing regulations to clients and helped each discover best options for housing.
  • Answered client questions about lease and rental agreements and advocated on behalf of client needs.
  • Oversaw housing plans for over 20 clients to promote timely transition to permanent housing and appropriate usage of housing subsidies.
  • Helped clients find permanent or temporary housing.

Intake Specialist

Hope the Mission
03.2022 - 07.2023
  • Interviewed clients to determine their needs and goals for future living arrangements.
  • Offered compassionate and attentive guidance to clients during moments of crisis and trauma.
  • Completed intake assessment forms and filed clients' charts.
  • Assessed clients' needs and determined eligibility for intake services.
  • Built relationships with community agencies for timely service referrals.
  • Facilitated client access to supportive services such as housing and job placement.
  • Maintained accurate, up-to-date client records for reliable reference and communications.

Education

High School Diploma -

Bowman High School
Santa Clarita, CA

Skills

    Housing Navigation & Placement

    HMIS & Coordinated Entry Systems

    Landlord & Property Manager Coordination

    Client Advocacy & Case Documentation

    Trauma-Informed Care

    Bilingual (English/Spanish)

    Cultural Awareness & Communication

    Epic (Electronic Health Records)

    Microsoft Excel

    Microsoft Teams

    Case Documentation & Data Tracking

Timeline

Housing Navigator

Healthcare in Action
02.2024 - Current

Housing Specialist

Hope the Mission
08.2023 - 02.2024

Intake Specialist

Hope the Mission
03.2022 - 07.2023

High School Diploma -

Bowman High School
Andrea Osorio