Housing Advocate

NeighborImpact • Bend, OR

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About The Position

Join NeighborImpact as a Housing Advocate and provide personalized case management and support to help clients work toward self-sufficiency and stable housing with dignity and respect. The role includes screening and assessing clients for program eligibility, connecting them with community resources, and advocating for housing opportunities. The Housing Advocate maintains accurate client documentation and works closely with the Client Services Manager to support client success.

NeighborImpact's Housing program serves individuals and families in Crook, Deschutes, and Jefferson counties, as well as the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs. Assistance may include eviction prevention and deposit assistance, with applications prioritized according to need rather than submission order. The position is based in Bend and requires regular travel throughout the tri-county area, including in inclement weather.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in social work, human services, or a related field.
• One year of experience in case management or related services; employment, internships, and long-term volunteer positions may count.
• Ability to travel regularly throughout the tri-county area in a personal vehicle, including in inclement weather.
• Valid driver’s license before hire and throughout employment.
• Proof of current auto insurance before hire and throughout employment.
• Access to reliable transportation before hire and throughout employment.
• Satisfactory criminal background check.
• Satisfactory motor vehicle records check.
• Complete Bloodborne Pathogens and Naloxone Training within 90 days of hire.
• Obtain First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
• Complete a satisfactory ORCHARDs background check after hire.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, or a related field.
• Professional experience in the field or a related field.
• English/Spanish bilingual ability.

Responsibilities

• Conduct client screenings and assessments to determine program eligibility compassionately and professionally.
• Connect clients with community resources.
• Advocate for housing opportunities.
• Maintain accurate client documentation.
• Collaborate with the Client Services Manager to facilitate client success.

Benefits

• 100% of medical, dental, vision, and life insurance premiums paid.
• Agency-paid retirement plan, up to 6%.
• Almost two weeks of vacation accrued in the first year.
• 14 paid holidays annually.
• Separate sick leave accrual.

What This Job Offers

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