Housing Specialist - Forensic Housing & Recovery through Peer Services - Mon-Fri 10:30AM-7PM

Housing Specialist Frontier Behavioral Health's presence in Spokane is more than 100 years strong, allowing our non-profit organization to understand the varied needs of our clients and the larger community. Our programs are designed to provide evidence-based treatment to adults, youth and seniors who are dealing with a wide range of behavioral health issues. As a Trauma-Informed Care Organization, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey. If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others come join us!

The Housing Specialist is responsible for reviewing housing needs and linking clients to appropriate housing service providers in the community. The Housing Specialist provides in-person, telephone, and outreach services to clients to assist with searching for longer-term housing options. After housing is located assistance is also provided with placement into the housing and the Specialist completes follow-up for clients on the emergency housing voucher program. The Housing Specialist builds partnerships with local housing resources, landlords, and various housing programs within Region 1 (Spokane, Pend Oreille, Stevens, Lincoln, Adams, and Ferry counties). The Specialists partners with other programs within FBH which focus on clients who have been involved with the criminal justice system. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Develop a collaborative individualized, strengths-based housing plan inclusive of action steps for housing-related issues. The individual would set goals and develop a housing plan with the assistance of the Housing Specialist. Contact eligible individuals no later than one calendar day following referral, utilizing mobile crisis teams when HARPS is not available. Update the Housing Plan as the individual's needs and circumstances change. Complete progress notes to document the individual's progress toward permanent supportive housing. Provide multiple contacts as needed, per week with individuals to assist with their housing needs and any crises that may occur that could jeopardize their housing. Provide coaching, advocacy, information and referral, linkage and coordination with resources, and ongoing supports. Assist with completion of required paperwork for tenancy. Attend program-related community, coalition, and committee meetings such as coordinated entry as assigned. Manage caseload in accordance with agency guidelines, Care plan development and implementation, risk assessment and management, and assessment of measurable progress. Participate in local homeless continuum of care group or local homeless planning groups. Work closely with Housing voucher distribution to support successful implementation of voucher requirements. Assist the individual in creating an individualized housing acquisition and maintenance plan that focuses on the individual's choice in housing. Provided services to assist in obtaining and maintaining housing. Provide outreach, tenant support, and independent living skill building supports. Network and develop relationships with local landlords and property managers in efforts to build relationships and successful placement opportunities for the clients we serve. Work with landlords and property managers to assist with obtaining and maintaining stable housing for the client. Maintain client records and all other required documentation in a timely and confidential manner, in accordance with agency policies and procedures. Requires travel to see clients in the community and travel between work sites either via FBH owned Vehicles and/or personal vehicle. Other duties as assigned by agency or supervisor. QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL HAVE:REQUIRED:Bachelor's degree in psychology or a related field from an accredited college or university. Must apply for a Counselor Agency Affiliated – Registered credential from the WA State Department of Health within 30 days of hire. Must have an unrestricted and valid driver's license, be able to pass a motor vehicle screening and driving test, have active car insurance, and be willing to use their personal vehicle in the course of work.