What are the responsibilities and job description for the Housing Specialist - Tukwila Springs - HS066 position at Native American Rehabilitation Association of the Northwest, Inc. (NARA)?
Title: Housing Specialist - Tukwila Springs
Location: Tukwila Springs (Gladstone)
Schedule: In-person Monday through Friday 8:30am-5pm.
Wage Range: $26.09 -$35.70, non-exempt
If you are a motivated and dedicated Housing Specialist looking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact, we want to hear from you!
At NARA Northwest, you’ll find a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Whether you’re passionate about healthcare, behavioral health, education, or social services, there’s a place for you to make a meaningful difference.
Company Mission
The mission of NARA NW is to provide education, physical, mental health services, and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and anyone in need.
About The Company
At NARA NW, we provide essential services and support to Native American and Alaska Native people, empowering them to lead healthy, fulfilling lives. As an organization rooted in cultural heritage and community values, we offer a unique and rewarding opportunity to make a direct positive impact in the lives of others.
We have over 400 employees in a wide range of programs and services, including medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and cultural enrichment programs, there are endless opportunities to grow and thrive in your career while making a difference in the lives of others.
Position Overview
The Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) Coordinator works independently and collaboratively with multiple NARA NW teams and other agencies to provide housing placement and stabilization services to vulnerable Elders age 50 who are homeless and whose health, behavioral health, and socioeconomic issues have prevented them from accessing and maintaining stable housing. Services are focused around supporting participants to obtain and stabilize housing, end their experience with homelessness, and improve their health and move forward in their recovery. Participants will be Elders who have been referred to Tukwila Springs through the Clackamas County Coordinated Housing Access system. All participants will receive rent assistance through the Regional Long-term Rent Assistance (RLRA) program.
What You Will Do
Location: Tukwila Springs (Gladstone)
Schedule: In-person Monday through Friday 8:30am-5pm.
Wage Range: $26.09 -$35.70, non-exempt
If you are a motivated and dedicated Housing Specialist looking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact, we want to hear from you!
At NARA Northwest, you’ll find a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Whether you’re passionate about healthcare, behavioral health, education, or social services, there’s a place for you to make a meaningful difference.
Company Mission
The mission of NARA NW is to provide education, physical, mental health services, and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and anyone in need.
About The Company
At NARA NW, we provide essential services and support to Native American and Alaska Native people, empowering them to lead healthy, fulfilling lives. As an organization rooted in cultural heritage and community values, we offer a unique and rewarding opportunity to make a direct positive impact in the lives of others.
We have over 400 employees in a wide range of programs and services, including medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and cultural enrichment programs, there are endless opportunities to grow and thrive in your career while making a difference in the lives of others.
Position Overview
The Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) Coordinator works independently and collaboratively with multiple NARA NW teams and other agencies to provide housing placement and stabilization services to vulnerable Elders age 50 who are homeless and whose health, behavioral health, and socioeconomic issues have prevented them from accessing and maintaining stable housing. Services are focused around supporting participants to obtain and stabilize housing, end their experience with homelessness, and improve their health and move forward in their recovery. Participants will be Elders who have been referred to Tukwila Springs through the Clackamas County Coordinated Housing Access system. All participants will receive rent assistance through the Regional Long-term Rent Assistance (RLRA) program.
What You Will Do
- Outreach and engage individuals referred to the program who are currently without stable housing. Complete screening and intake processes.
- Assess the housing stabilization needs for each participating household and develop a participant-led housing service plan with each household.
- Assist program participants through the housing process including completing all necessary application and lease-up paperwork, addressing possible barriers to housing approval, accessing funding for move in costs, and obtaining furnishings for their home.
- Complete any additional needed paperwork with participant to assist with housing stability (i.e. recertification paperwork.)
- Develop positive relationships with collaborative partners, external providers, and property managers.
- Be responsive to property managers as concerns arise in order to support participants in successfully stabilizing in their housing and preventing eviction. Follow up with property managers to determine outcome of any needed interventions.
- Work in close coordination with other providers/ support systems to address the needs of participants and facilitate engagement in clinical services to address medical, dental and behavioral health needs.
- Provide ongoing home and community-based services to participating households utilizing strengths-based case management while embracing the philosophy of Motivational Interviewing and Housing First. Utilize assertive engagement techniques to meet participants where they are willing to participate and coach them in setting goals and identifying realistic steps in order to achieve them.
- Consistently use strong professional judgment while providing services to participants; including taking appropriate safety precautions while transporting participants and providing services to participants in the community/homes.
- Demonstrate responsibility for safety of participants and property. Must be familiar with fire and building regulations and evacuation procedures.
- Provide ongoing assessment of needs and risk of harm for each individual and respond appropriately.
- Provide outreach services as needed to maintain effective engagement in services.
- Complete housing-related documentation as required, including maintaining participant files
- Actively participate in multi-disciplinary team meetings and consultations
- Participate in quality assurance activities including chart reviews
- Participate in providing educational opportunities that promote an understanding and acceptance of culturally relevant health services for the Native American and Alaskan Native community and for service providers.
Salary : $26 - $36