Matthew Diaz
@matthewdiaz
Results-driven social services leader focused on housing and client support.
What I'm looking for
I am a results-driven social services professional with extensive experience in housing management, migrant support, and client services. I have led large-scale site operations and supervised multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, effective care for vulnerable populations.
In operational leadership roles, I managed day-to-day services for thousands of migrants and coordinated logistics, vendors, and over 100 staff members while producing actionable operational reports. I bring hands-on crisis management experience, including de-escalation and support for domestic violence, substance use, and mental health challenges.
As a Housing Director, I oversaw a 155-family facility and achieved an 80% transition rate into permanent housing within 12 months, improved community engagement, and streamlined operations using CARES, HOMES, and CurRent systems. I consistently delivered accurate reporting ahead of deadlines and built strong partnerships with housing providers and city programs.
I am committed to compassionate, operationally-sound service delivery and to developing teams that improve housing outcomes. I communicate effectively in Spanish, French, and Haitian Creole (with Language Line support) and seek leadership opportunities where I can scale programs and drive measurable impact.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Operational Site Lead
New York City Health and Hospitals
Mar 2024 - Feb 2025 (11 months)
Managed day-to-day operations at a Randall's Island migrant site serving ~3,000 clients, supervised 100+ staff and vendors, and produced operational reports to improve service delivery and safety.
Housing Director
Help USA
Oct 2021 - Feb 2024 (2 years 4 months)
Directed housing services for a 155-family residence, achieving 80% permanent housing placements in 12 months while supervising housing staff and improving community engagement by 30%.
Housing Specialist
Help USA
Sep 2019 - Oct 2021 (2 years 1 month)
Assisted 100+ clients with subsidized and non-subsidized housing applications, achieved a 90% approval rate for referrals, and increased placement efficiency by 15% through accurate system use.
Non-Profit Volunteer Worker
MMCC / Van Cortlandt
Jun 2017 - Nov 2018 (1 year 5 months)
Supported community outreach and after-school programs, contributed to fundraising efforts, and provided administrative and programmatic assistance to local families and children.
Education
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Wings Academy
Regents Diploma, General High School Diploma
Grade: 3.41 GPA
Earned a Regents Diploma from Wings Academy in The Bronx with a 3.41 GPA, demonstrating academic achievement and readiness for postsecondary pursuits.
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