NYC Department of Homeless Services
Government AdministrationNew York, United States1001-5000 Employees
The City of New York, Department of Homeless Services (DHS), operates as a government agency within the Department of Social Services, which also includes the Human Resources Administration. DHS partners with nonprofit organizations to provide temporary shelter and related services to homeless New Yorkers, including those living on the streets, with the aim of stabilizing their lives and supporting housing permanency. Based in New York City, the agency functions within the government administration sector and serves individuals experiencing homelessness through shelter programs and supportive services. Its work relies on collaboration with nonprofit partners as part of the city's broader social services network to address housing stability for affected residents.