Housing Advocate

NeighborImpact • Bend, OR

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About The Position

The Housing Advocate provides personalized case management and support to clients, helping them work toward self-sufficiency and stable housing. The role conducts client screenings and assessments to determine program eligibility, connects clients with community resources, and advocates for housing opportunities. It maintains accurate client documentation and works closely with the Client Services Manager to facilitate client success. The position is based in Bend and requires regular travel throughout the tri-county area, including in inclement weather, using a personal vehicle.

NeighborImpact's Housing program assists individuals and families in Crook, Deschutes, and Jefferson counties and the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs. Assistance may include eviction prevention and deposit support, with applications prioritized according to need. The organization seeks to provide a physically and emotionally safe environment and treats people with respect and dignity regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

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, including in inclement weather, using a personal vehicle.
• Before hire and throughout employment: valid driver’s license, proof of current auto insurance, and access to reliable transportation.
• Satisfactory criminal background check.
• Satisfactory motor vehicle records check.
• Complete Bloodborne Pathogens and Naloxone Training within 90 days of hire.
• First Aid/CPR/AED certification within 90 days of hire.
• Satisfactory ORCHARDs background check completed 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 for clients.
• Maintain precise client documentation.
• Collaborate closely with the Client Services Manager to facilitate client success.

Benefits

• 100% premium paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Agency-paid retirement plan with contributions 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