Housing Specialist - Washington CountySalary Range $26.09 - $35.70 Hourly Position Type Full Time Job Shift DayTitle: Housing Specialist - Washington County Location: Totem Lodge and Washington County Schedule: In-person, Monday through Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm. Wage Range: $26.09 -$35.70, Hourly. Non-exempt If you are a motivated and dedicated Housing Specialist looking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact, we want to hear from you! At NARA Northwest, you'll find a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Whether you're passionate about healthcare, behavioral health, education, or social services, there's a place for you to make a meaningful difference. Company Mission: The mission of NARA NW is to provide education, physical, mental health services, and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and anyone in need.
About the Company:
At NARA NW, we provide essential services and support to Native American and Alaska Native people, empowering them to lead healthy, fulfilling lives. As an organization rooted in cultural heritage and community values, we offer a unique and rewarding opportunity to make a direct positive impact in the lives of others. We have over 400 employees in a wide range of programs and services, including medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and cultural enrichment programs, there are endless opportunities to grow and thrive in your career while making a difference in the lives of others.
Position Overview:
The Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) Coordinator works independently and collaboratively with multiple NARA Northwest teams and other agencies to provide housing placement and stabilization services to vulnerable individuals who are homeless and whose health, behavioral health, and socioeconomic issues have prevented them from accessing housing. Services are focused around supporting participants to obtain and stabilize housing, end their experience with homelessness, and improve their health and move forward in their recovery. Participants will be individuals referred through the Washington County Community Connect referral system. All participants will receive rent assistance through the Regional Long-term Rent Assistance (RLRA) program.
What you will do:
Outreach and engage individuals and families referred to the program. Complete screening and intake processes.
Assess the housing stabilization needs for each participating household and develop a client-led housing service plan with each household.
Assist program participants through the housing process including identifying an apartment/home, addressing possible barriers to housing approval, accessing funding for move in costs, and obtaining furnishings for their home.
Complete program specific paperwork with participant to assist with housing stability.
Develop positive relationships with collaborative partners, external providers, and property managers.
Be responsive to property managers as concerns arise in order to support participants in successfully stabilizing in their housing and preventing eviction. Follow up with property managers to determine outcome of any needed interventions.
Work in close coordination with other providers/ support systems to address the needs of participants and facilitate engagement in clinical services to address medical and behavioral health needs.
Provide ongoing home and community-based services to participating households utilizing strengths-based case management while embracing the philosophy of Motivational Interviewing and Housing First. Utilize assertive engagement techniques to meet participants where they are willing to participate and coach them in setting goals and identifying realistic steps in order to achieve them.
Qualifications:
We would like to hear from people that have:
Degree in social-service related field, QMHA credential or equivalent highly desirable. If not currently credentialed, must be able to obtain QMHA credential within 6 months of hire.
Professional experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness or experiencing severe and persistent mental illness.
Experience creating service plans, progress notes, and other documentation.
Knowledge of housing resources and programs.
Knowledge and understanding of recovery-based, holistic approaches to addressing behavioral health needs.
Knowledge and skill in working in a multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment.
Access to reliable transportation, current driver's license with a clean driving record, and proof of auto insurance.
Ability to pass a pre-employment or for cause drug tests.
Ability to pass criminal background and DMV checks.
What's in it for you?
15 Paid Holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Battle of Little Big Horn, Independence Day, Labor Day, Native American Day, Indigenous Peoples' Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, day after Thanksgiving, December 25 th and your Birthday!
Benefits:- Employees working 20 hours, or more are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective from the 1st of the month following the date of hire.
- Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente15 Paid Holidays (Listed Above)13 Paid Days of Sick Time13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days)$50,000 Life Insurance & AD&DShort Term and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Spending Account 401(k) with 4% Match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Inclement Weather Days (Snow Days)
- Public Student Loan Forgiveness -NARA NW is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit, FQHC
How to apply:- To Quick Apply, go to Careers NARA NW (naranorthwest.org)
- Look for the position you want to apply for and submit a resume (Required) and cover letter (Optional), that's all!
- Feel free to contact recruiting@naranorthwest.org if you have any questions or would like to know where your application is in the process.
