Clackamas Housing Specialist II

IMPACT NW GROUP • Portland, OR

1d • $24 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

At Impact NW we are a nonprofit with a mission to prevent homelessness, because we believe in the fundamental right to: beautiful life, stability and peace. More importantly, it also means a life filled with opportunity and community support, especially for Indigenous, Black, Brown, Melanated, Immigrant, and Asian people. What we seek is for you to share your skill sets - especially if you: Put people first See the beauty in people Promote peace Find a way We believe that with our mission and values as our north star, we can move toward our vision of a future where housing is a human right. If this resonates with you, we’d love to have your purpose and passion on our team at Impact NW.

The Clackamas Housing Specialist II’s responsibility is to provide community based social work services including engagement, coordination, advocacy, support and encouragement, and intensive case management. Responsibilities include applying Assertive Engagement best practices and following Housing First philosophy for individuals and families experiencing housing instability. Specific duties include screening, intake, assessment, barrier removal, life skills training, property manager negotiation, habitability inspections, outreach, information and referral, and ongoing client support. The primary working location for this position is Milwaukie, Clackamas County.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in social work or related field. Equivalent experience may be substituted for education requirement.
• Experience in human services, preferably working with families experiencing poverty and homelessness.
• Experience in working with clients who identify having mental health, addiction/recovery, and/or other long-term disabilities.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work within a strength-based, trauma-informed and person-centered support service delivery model.
• Knowledge or experience in the principles of harm-reduction and Housing First.
• Sensitivity and ability to relate to people from diverse lifestyles, socioeconomic levels, and cultures with the abilities to provide culturally responsive services.
• Ability to engage and collaborate with a broad spectrum of community members.
• Possess good organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple and varied tasks.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Personal transportation and a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving history and ability to travel efficiently in the metro area.
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office computer programs and database entry.

Nice To Haves

• CADC certification
• QMHA

Responsibilities

• Maintain a working knowledge of all program requirements, including eligibility, enrollment standards, and definitions.
• Conduct screening, intake and/or referral of internal and external requests for service.
• Provide progressive person-centered and strength-based engagement, assessment, and ongoing case management and supportive services using the principles of Assertive Engagement.
• Develop trauma informed client relationships that promote independence and encourage the unique strengths of each participant.
• Work independently within given guidelines, show flexibility to best serve client needs, and effectively engage clients from diverse backgrounds in problem solving towards mutually agreed upon goals.
• Serve as a liaison to collaborating organizations including schools, social services, state agencies, and community groups as assigned.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary service providers (eg. healthcare, wellness, addiction recovery, mental health, employment, and social services) and provide education regarding benefits (WIC, Medicaid, TANF, SNAP, veteran-specific benefits, SSD, SSI, Medicare, etc.) while ensuring that participants have control over their choice of service providers.
• Research and compile data on new resources; update current resource information on a regular basis and distribute information to both residents and staff.
• Maintain a working knowledge of housing, mental health, addiction recovery, disability, and other social service resources in the metro area.
• Effectively communicate agency policy, mission, values, and decisions to clients, collaborating organizations, and the community.
• Complete accurate, legible and timely documentation of services delivered in accordance with Impact NW’s information system.
• Ensure compliance with agency and funder documentation and evaluation requirements which support high staff productivity and quality client services.
• Meet performance standards and deadlines set forth by the HSN Department and partnering agencies regarding quantity, timeliness, and quality of work.
• Accept other work assignments as assigned.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and additional Self-Care Leave to help you recharge and take care of yourself.
• Employer-paid health insurance for employees, plus a Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) with an employer contribution to help cover out-of-pocket medical expenses.
• Long-Term Disability Insurance fully paid by Impact NW.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering free and confidential support for mental health, finances, and more.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with an employer matching contribution to help you plan for the future.
• A positive, inclusive, and mission-driven work culture where every team member is valued and supported.
• Federal Mileage Reimbursement Rate provided

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level