Job Opportunity

Seeking Mission-Driven Housing Navigator

Collaborating with an extensive number of funders, volunteers, and supporters, Catholic Community Services of Lane County (CCSLC) is a 70-year-old 501(c)(3) social services agency dispensing the largest volume of no-cost basic assistance- food, utilities, clothing- to individuals and families living in poverty throughout Lane County. We foster a “whatever it takes” approach with the case management and housing navigation services we provide to our unhoused neighbors. As well, our Refugee & Immigrant Services Program is rapidly growing and is the only Mid-Willamette Valley team offering a coordinated effort of legal assistance, wrap around supportive services and employment connections to refugees and immigrants who arrive in our community. We are committed to social justice, economic opportunity, and loving support of all in need, no matter a person’s race, religious beliefs, ethnicity, age, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Be a part of this highly rewarding work by joining our committed, dynamic team of employees and volunteers who are impacting our community every day.

POSITION TITLE: Housing Navigator

SUMMARY:

The Housing Navigator works collaboratively with Case Managers, Agency staff and volunteers to secure housing for unhoused clients as quickly and efficiently as possible. Clients could include seniors, immigrants, refugees and/or families with challenging barriers. This key Agency staff is creative in finding housing solutions and goes above and beyond to solve each homeless crisis, one client at a time. This is not a remote, work-from-home position.

REPORTS TO: Manager, Supportive Services Program

WORK LOCATION: Springfield, OR-1025 G St. and in the community

FLSA STATUS/ /HOURS: Non-Exempt, Full-time 40 hrs./wk. M-F

COMPENSATION: $18/hr.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Associate’s degree in Human Services or 2 years of equivalent experience required
• Minimum one-year experience in social services, housing, or similar role working with people living in poverty and crisis
• Must have passion and compassion for assisting others who are struggling to stabilize their lives
• Experience with accessing local housing options preferred
• Ability to develop and sustain partnerships with landlords and property management companies
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite, and familiar with using spreadsheet and database software applications
• Excellent organizational and time management skills and strong interpersonal skills
• Valid ODL, reliable transportation and automobile insurance required

FOR CONSIDERATION:

• Apply via Indeed.com and please contact HR at: humanresources@ccslc.org for full job description.

Catholic Community Services of Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer 05/24

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Springfield, OR 97477: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person