Job assistance for public housing residents

Jobs Plus | NYC Housing Authority (NYCHA)

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Jobs Plus is an employment program for working-age NYCHA residents. It helps participants find work and keep more of their earned income. Jobs Plus offers job-related services, help with finances, and community support.

  • Jobs Plus is available at 27 NYCHA developments across 10 sites.

Who is eligible

NYCHA residents who are old enough to work and live in one of the 27 developments served can enroll in Jobs-Plus.


How to apply

To find out if Jobs-Plus is available at your NYCHA development and enroll, visit NYCHA’s Office of Resident Economic Empowerment & Sustainability (REES) website.


How to get help

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Updated August 12, 2025