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Housing Navigator (FT)
$34k-56k (estimate)
Full Time | Social & Legal Services
2 Months Ago
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URBAN PEAK is Hiring a Housing Navigator (FT) Near Denver, CO
Job Title: | Housing Navigator
Job Number: | 22-183
Location: | Denver
Department: | 75
Reports to: | Marita Wyatt
Supervises: | None
FLSA Status: | Non-Exempt Exempt
Job Number: | 22-183
Location: | Denver
Department: | 75
Reports to: | Marita Wyatt
Supervises: | None
FLSA Status: | Non-Exempt Exempt
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Founded in 1988, Urban Peak is the only non-profit organization in Denver that provides a full convergence of services for youth ages 15 through 24 experiencing homelessness or at imminent risk of becoming homeless. Our goal is to meet youth where they are and to provide them with the assistance and support they need to become self-sufficient or obtain the necessary services they need to exit a life on the streets. Urban Peak provides numerous programs and services that are founded on the principles of trauma-informed care and Positive Youth Development to assist youth in reaching their potential and living a successful life off of the streets. Services include street outreach, a 40-bed shelter for youth ages 15 through 20, a daytime drop-in center, supportive housing, education and employment services, case management, life skills courses, behavioral health evaluations, meals and more.
The youth served at the shelter come from a variety of backgrounds, and we strive to be a safe community for all youth, regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, class, educational background, sexual orientation, gender identity, or ability status.
JOB SUMMARY
Under the supervision of a member of the leadership team the Housing Navigator will be responsible for providing direct supervision of youth at Urban Peak Denver shelter and/or housing programs. This includes assisting youth in increasing self-efficacy and reducing risky behavior, ensuring client safety, providing delivery of appropriate and effective program services and maintaining a safe and positive environment. Duties include supervision of youth in accordance with facility rules and regulations, crisis intervention, facilities maintenance, group facilitation, promotion of a therapeutic environment, accurate, timely and consistent data collection, and data entry. This position will ensure that interactions, interventions and environments at Urban Peak are trauma informed and emphasize the physical and emotional safety of youth and staff.
QUALIFICATIONS
Housing Navigator
- A High School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum of three (3) years full-time of experience working high-risk youth OR A Bachelor’s Degree in social work, psychology or human services or a related field AND a minimum of one (1) year of experience working with youth
- Lived experience reflective of the youth we serve encouraged but not required
- Experience working with community landlords preferred.
- Experience with transitional housing programs preferred.
- The ability to connect well, work effectively and communicate in a culturally responsive manner with a diverse youth population.
- An understanding of trauma informed interactions and/or a willingness to learn and adopt this approach.
- Data collection and the ability to maintain accurate and thorough client files and HMIS database.
- Skill in operating office equipment, such as computers, software (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint; email) and telephones.
- Skill in oral and written communications.
- Able to function as a member of an interdisciplinary team and work with collaborating agencies.
- Must be team-oriented and able to coordinate with various departments and staff.
- Must be insurable as a driver on Urban Peak’s auto liability policy to transport youth using an Urban Peak vehicle and an approved personal vehicle
- Must pass both federal and state background checks
- Must pass pre-employment TB screening.
- Must show proof of COVID-19 vaccine
JOB DUTIES
The job duties of this position are performed personally, in cooperation with your supervisor, and/or in coordination with other staff. Additional work functions and duties may be assigned.
All Housing Navigator positions will be responsible for performing the general work duties listed:
Housing
- Stays up to date with community housing options, waitlist, and openings
- Conducts and/or assists with housing searches, housing orientations, housing inspections, lease-ups, and coordinate unit turns, move-out inspections (as appropriate)
- Assists participants individually and in groups with completing housing applications either in the office or in the community.
- Assist clients referred through One Home with navigating systems required for housing placement
- Meets with clients to review market rate, affordable/tax-credit, and subsidized rental options
- Serves as a liaison between landlord/property owners, community members, and service providers to help facilitate ongoing supportive services.
- Helps facilitate the relocation process as needed including identifying new units and completing all necessary forms for relocation
- Accurately document all services including assessments, pre-lease, lease up, and any other necessary case notes, and specific services received by clients in HMIS.
- Collect and maintain accurate data on an ongoing basis.
- Maintain clear and effective communication with other staff regarding clients.
- Work to ensure client confidentiality.
- Complete thorough intakes as needed in a manner that begins to establish comfort and trusting relationships.
- Contracts with youth and other involved persons in facilitating the youth’s exit from street life.
- Maintain close communication with supervisor regarding daily operations of the program
WORK SCHEDULE
This is a full-time position. The typical work schedule is 40 Hours Monday – Friday or Four Ten Hour Days
This position may require some weekends to support and attend Urban Peak events.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
All fully vaccinated booster (for COVID-19) new employee that can provide proof of vaccination booster will receive a $150 gift card on their six (6) month anniversary.
The starting salary for this position is $ 24.02 Hourly. Our benefits package includes: 100% of base Medical and Dental plans provided by employer (buy-up plans available) · Basic Life and AD&D provided by employer (buy-up plans available) · Short-Term and Long-Term Disability provided by employer · Tele-health and Dispatch Health included in medical plan · Vision Plan · Accident Coverage · Critical Care and Hospital Extended Stay Plans · Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical and Dependent Care · Employee Assistance Program · Employer Matched 403(b) Retirement Plan · RTD Eco Pass · 10 Paid Holidays · Paid Sick and 120 hours Vacation time starting · Fantastic work culture with room for growth through internal training and mentoring.
TO APPLY
Please submit cover letter, resume, and the names and telephone numbers of three (3) professional and/or academic references to the online job portal at www.urbanpeak.org or by mailing to:
Urban Peak
ATTN: Human Resources
2100 Stout Street
Denver, CO 80205
Fax: (303) 295-6116
Web site: www.urbanpeak.org
All attachments should be in Microsoft Word (.doc) or portal document format (.pdf). In the subject field of the email include the job number, job title, and your first and last name. (Example: 012345 – HR Specialist – Doe, Jane).
This position will be filled as soon as a qualified candidate is identified. Due to limited staffing resources we are unable to respond to phone inquiries, including calls to check on the status of a submitted application. Applicants will only be contacted if selected for an interview. This job announcement is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position.
Urban Peak is an equal opportunity employer and seeks a diverse pool of applicants.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
INDUSTRY
Social & Legal Services
SALARY
$34k-56k (estimate)
POST DATE
03/27/2023
EXPIRATION DATE
05/13/2024
WEBSITE
urbanpeak.org
HEADQUARTERS
DENVER, CO
SIZE
100 - 200
FOUNDED
1988
TYPE
Private
CEO
KATHRYN WESTPHAL
REVENUE
$10M - $50M
INDUSTRY
Social & Legal Services
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