Clark Housing Specialist II

Impact Nw Group • Vancouver, WA

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

At Impact NW, we are a nonprofit with a mission to prevent homelessness, believing in the fundamental right to a beautiful life, stability, and peace. We aim for a future where housing is a human right, especially for Indigenous, Black, Brown, Melanated, Immigrant, and Asian people. We seek individuals who share our values of putting people first, seeing the beauty in people, promoting peace, and finding a way. The Housing Specialist II provides intensive, community-based social work services using a Housing First framework to individuals and families experiencing homelessness or housing instability. This role involves screening, intake, assessment, housing navigation, landlord engagement, and ongoing supportive services, ensuring services align with agency standards and funder requirements. The primary work location is Clark County, WA, with potential to include Multnomah, Clackamas, and Washington Counties.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1–3 years of experience in human services, housing navigation, or case management, preferably working with individuals and families experiencing poverty and homelessness.
• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field preferred; equivalent professional or lived experience may be substituted for education requirements.
• Experience working with individuals who identify as having mental health conditions, substance use disorders, disabilities, or other long-term barriers to stability.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work within a strength-based, client-centered, Housing First service delivery model.
• Ability to independently manage a caseload and prioritize multiple and varied tasks while meeting deadlines.
• Working knowledge of program eligibility requirements, documentation standards, and funder guidelines.
• Commitment to learning program compliance standards and maintaining accurate, timely documentation.
• Experience with HMIS and agency/funder data systems preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Sensitivity and ability to relate to individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and lived experiences.
• Ability and willingness to work collaboratively as part of a team and support the agency’s mission.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Workspace computer programs.
• Ability to drive efficiently in urban and rural areas and between multiple counties.
• Personal transportation, a valid driver’s license, car insurance, and an acceptable driving history.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a working knowledge of all program requirements, including eligibility criteria, enrollment standards, documentation expectations, and funder definitions.
• Conduct screening, intake, and referral of internal and external requests for service.
• Provide progressive, person-centered, trauma-informed, and strength-based engagement, assessment, and ongoing case management using the principles of Housing First and Assertive Engagement.
• Develop and maintain client relationships that promote independence, stability, and self-determination.
• Assist participants with housing search activities, landlord/property manager communication, and lease-up processes.
• Provide direct landlord advocacy to support housing placement and retention.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary service providers (e.g., healthcare, mental health, addictions, employment, and social services) to ensure comprehensive support.
• Provide education regarding public benefits (WIC, Medicaid, TANF, SNAP, veteran-specific benefits, SSD, SSI, Medicare, etc.) while ensuring participant choice and autonomy in selecting service providers.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of community resources related to housing, mental health, addiction recovery, disability services, and income support.
• Research and compile data on new resources; update current resource information regularly and distribute to participants and staff as appropriate.
• Meet client service standards set forth by HSN Department Leadership regarding quantity, type, and quality of services delivered.
• Ensure timely, accurate, and complete documentation of all client interactions in HMIS and agency/funder data systems.
• Maintain compliance with program policies, departmental tools, agency procedures, and funder requirements.
• Ensure participant progress and complete required documentation for enrollment, service provision, and program exits within established timelines.
• Prepare documentation and files in accordance with agency standards and in preparation for internal or external review.
• Effectively communicate agency policy, mission, and values to participants, landlords, collaborating organizations, and community members.
• Meet face to face with walk-ins and respond to calls and emails from individuals seeking information and housing resources, in alignment with Worker of the Day responsibilities.
• Actively participate in team meetings, case consultations, and agency training.
• Accept other work assignments as assigned by HSN Department Leadership.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and additional Self-Care Leave
• Employer-paid health insurance for employees
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) with an employer contribution
• Long-Term Disability Insurance fully paid by Impact NW
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with an employer matching contribution
• A positive, inclusive, and mission-driven work culture where every team member is valued and supported.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree