1. Provides street outreach to individuals in need of behavioral health care with the goal of connecting them to a more comprehensive integrated health care system.

2. Coordinates with partners of Housing First, HUD Programs, and other identified community housing agencies. to identify and connect clients with appropriate behavioral health care and work to support the individual in housing through the partners.

3. Responsible to assess, identify, arrange for, or provide pre-tenancy, housing stabilization and tenancy. sustaining, and housing focused service coordination in a team concept.

4. Assists clients in accessing basic needs directly related to their behavioral health care needs such as shelter, food, obtaining prescriptions, etc. as part of the PACT team.

5. Identifies affordable housing units, develops, and maintains positive relationships with local property owners and landlords. Assist clients with placement in transitional housing as appropriate. Provides advocacy from a client’s perspective in program decision making and planning as it relates to housing.

6. Attends and participates in housing meetings in the community Provide Housing Retention Counseling to clients of the program.

7. Completes housing packets for clients receiving vouchers through the coordinated entry or other housing opportunities.

8. In coordination with PACT, provides training on housing retention and landlord recruitment to community agencies.

9. Guides clients through process of housing orientation and lease up in coordination with agency responsible for issuing voucher. Assists with locating bridge housing and gathering documentation necessary to issue housing voucher.

10. Meets with clients to review site rental options.

11. Serves as liaison and helps resolve problems between various parties including clients, landlord/property owners/property managers, rental assistance programs, Housing First staff, housing agencies, and agency providing ongoing supportive services.

12. Provides relocation assistance to clients as needed (identify new unit, complete all necessary forms for relocation).

13. Networks with community agencies, especially homeless service, and employment service providers, for the purpose of information, coordination, and/or development of services. This may include attending community meetings, committee work, and/or presentations to interested agencies.

14. Reads, understands, and interprets HUD Housing regulations for various programs, specifically Project based vouchers, HUD Program tenant-based vouchers.

15. Conducts and/or assists with housing searches, housing orientations, HQS inspections/lease ups, re-certifications, and move-out inspections (as appropriate) for the program.

16. Maintains housing database for the program.

17. Provides housing consultation to employees regarding clients.

18. Outreaches and engages program participants who are chronically homeless and disabled.

19. Maintain and update client information in LWSI.

20. Attend and actively participate in Team meetings and supervisory conferences.

21. Maintains assigned caseload. Caseload depends on the client and community needs for the PACT Team concept. Caseloads will be assigned by the Team Lead.

22. Observe established administrative procedures.

23. Performs medication delivery, works rotating weekday and weekends, and must pass MRWH medication certification.

24. Provide written reports and maintain statistics as required.

25. Attend and participate in employee training opportunities.

26. Adhere to MRWH policies and procedures including client confidentiality provisions.

Qualifications:

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in human services field, plus as least one year of full-time experience serving people with mental illnesses or individuals with other educational backgrounds who, as providers, consumers, or advocates of mental health services have developed the necessary knowledge and skills. OR
• Graduation from high school or GED and a combination of relevant experience and/or education equaling at least four years.)
• Must have a strong commitment to the right and ability of each person with a severe and persistent mental illness to live in their community. Must possess the skills and competence to establish relationships with persons with severe and persistent mental illnesses.
• Respect for client rights and personal preferences in treatment are essential.
• Must have a valid MT Driver’s License, vehicle insurance, and vehicle.
• Transportation of clients required.

$2,000 Sign on Bonus!!

Wage amount includes differential pay.

Benefits:

• 401K Matching Contributions
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Birthday
• Pet Insurance

All Positions at Many Rivers Whole Health must pass Background Checks, Urinalysis Testing, and Motor Vehicle Record.

About Us:

Since 1976, we have been dedicated to 15 counties in Montana and seek to serve a variety of both individuals and groups in all settings. We define resilience as the process of adapting well in the face of adversity, trauma, tragedy, threats, or significant sources of stress — such as family and relationship problems, serious health problems, or workplace, school place and financial stressors — alongside those of chronic, severe disabling behavioral health conditions. with an integrated team of specialists and a personal approach to wellness. Today, we are focused on becoming Montana's healthcare provider of choice.

We are committed to recruiting qualified employees, continually striving for advancement, and above all, working as a team to meet the health needs of clients living in our 15 counties. Our vision is to be the healthcare provider of choice for clients and employer of choice for employees and providers. We will achieve this vision by committing to a culture of integrity, safety, evidence based exceptional care, compassionate customer service, and great work environment.

Our Mission:

Many Rivers Whole Health partners with people and communities to serve the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – by providing expertise in wellness, mental health, and substance use disorders, addressing prevention and treatment with a recovery-based approach.

Our Values:

Ambassador of Many Rivers, own it, Individuals Matter, Create Joy, Embrace Change, Show Up. Step In.

About Helena:

Helena is the capital of Montana, and a great base for adventure. There are 75 miles of trails that start in Helena for biking and hiking. Two stunning National Parks are close enough for a day trip. Closer to home, Helena is a fisherman’s dream come true as you’re based near the Missouri, Blackfoot, and Clark Fork Rivers as well as many smaller streams and tributaries. Helena offers something for those more inclined to city pleasures, too. The city features a wealth of museums, theatre, live music, food, shopping, and more. Kids of all ages can enjoy the city’s many parks, water park, skate park, indoor rock climbing, ice rink, and so much more. If you are interested in being a part of a dynamic, impactful team, in a family friendly community, Helena and the Many Rivers Whole Health is an excellent choice for you. We would love to hear from you and discuss this opportunity.